Since 1986, Matt Troutman of the Troutman Law Office has been fighting to protect the rights of his clients. When you hire Matt, you work directly with him. He makes it a priority to always be reachable, day or night. Whether you are a victim of a car accident, defective product, or are seeking justice for the death of a loved one, Matt stands ready to assist you no matter where you live in Kentucky or Ohio.
Kentucky Bar Association - Member since 1986,Kentucky Bar License - 1986 - present,Law Review Member,Ohio Bar License - 1991 - present,Ohio State Bar Association - Member since 1991,Rawlings & Associates- Associate Attorney - 1986 - 1994,Schiller, Kessler, & Gomez, PLLC - Managing Partner - 2012-2014,Troutman Law Office - 1994 - 2012
Drunk Driving and Driving While Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs. Drivers are not permitted to use certain drugs if they are commercial truck drivers. They are also required to pass physical test requirements to certify that they are healthy to drive. However, not all companies properly vet drivers, and a driver’s health may change. Some drivers are addicted to medication that keeps them awake or pain-free. These drugs can interfere with a driver’s ability to perform the basic tasks of operating a motor vehicle. A qualified semi truck accident attorney in Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky can evaluate the medical history of a driver involved in an accident and evaluate police reports for drug use.
Wrongful Death
The 1st thing you have to determine when a loved one is killed through the negligence of another is whether you are the proper representative of the estate to prosecute an action for wrongful death. Obviously, the surviving spouse would be the proper party to represent the estate of the deceased spouse, but if the victim was not married, then the determination of who should be the proper party to present the wrongful death claim becomes more complicated. Call wrongful death lawyer Matt Troutman and he will help you determine if you are the proper party to bring this claim. Normally, the nearest living relative (not the person living closest to the deceased but the one closest family relationship) is the proper party to represent the estate, but frequently there are several relatives with the same level of relationship to the deceased and the proper representative may simply be the first one to file the probate papers requesting appointment as the administrator for the estate. If you believe you are the proper administrator for the estate, then you need to act quickly.
Traffic Violations
These are just a few of the causes of truck accidents. Speeding, distracted driving, and reckless driving also contribute to accidents every year. If you or a loved one was hurt due to the negligent actions of a truck driver, you may be entitled to receive compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages. Contact the qualified Lexington and Louisville truck accident lawyers at the Troutman Law Firm today.
Depending upon the facts of your particular case, an auto accident can involve property damage insurance, no-fault insurance, worker’s compensation insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, health insurance, liability insurance, uninsured motorist insurance, and underinsured motorist insurance, and it is important that your lawyer and attorney be an expert in these areas. The Troutman Law Office will thoroughly analyze and maximize all your insurance benefits. We can also speak to and correspond with insurance adjusters to help you get the best possible recovery based on your policy. Adjusters sometimes use computer programs and formulas to determine the value of your claim and they may offer you a low initial offer. The Troutman Law Office can work with adjusters to help you get the maximum possible recovery under the law.
Matt Troutman has been a personal injury lawyer since 1986 and he has handled defective products cases including a defective ladder case as demonstrated in the above picture. Mr. Troutman has prosecuted thousands of personal injury claims and he will handle your claim personally from start to finish. You can learn more about Mr. Troutman by clicking here.