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Firm: Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers
1900 Plantside drive , Louisville , Kentucky 40299
Practice Areas: Trucking Accident
Sam Aguiar isn’t your typical lawyer. As the founder of Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers, he built a firm known for unparalleled client service, industry-leading case results, and deep community ties. His commitment to fighting for the wrongfully injured, challenging the status quo, and giving back has made him one of the most respected Plaintiff’s attorneys in Kentucky and beyond.. When people’s futures are on the line, no one works harder or innovates more than Sam. His tireless pursuit of justice has led to landmark results, including dozens of seven- and eight-figure recoveries. His leadership in the historic Breonna Taylor case resulted in one of U.S. history’s largest civil rights settlements, driving meaningful police reforms nationwide.. A published best-selling author and a recognized authority at national events, Sam has presented and educated lawyers nationwide on topics such as law firm culture, innovative case strategies on trucking and personal injury cases, civil rights litigation, and insurance bad faith. His work has led to substantial legal and societal change, including the implementation of significant police reforms and the overhaul and revision of claims handling policies of the nation’s largest property and casualty insurer.. Beyond the courtroom, Sam is a devoted husband and father. He and his wife, Janelle, share a passion for rescue animals, thoroughbred racing, and philanthropy. Their home is a 20-acre safe haven for abused and neglected animals. Their generosity extends to underprivileged children, disaster relief efforts, and disadvantaged communities, with their contributions exceeding millions of dollars. Sam’s competitive nature extends to sports and strategy. Whether playing tennis, managing his franchise in the National Squash League, or traveling with his younger son for Pokémon Go tournaments, he thrives on a challenge. He’s also a dedicated bourbon collector, champion for local youth sports teams, and official sponsor of the Louisville Cardinals.
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Firm: HJV Car Accident Personal Injury Lawyers
600 W. Main Street , Louisville , Kentucky 40202
Practice Areas: Trucking Accident
Jay R. Vaughn is an experienced personal injury lawyer at HJV Car Accident Personal Injury Lawyers in Louisville, KY. He focuses his legal practice on assisting injured individuals after car accidents, truck accidents, and other incidents caused by negligence or wrongdoing. He also handles cases involving brain injuries and wrongful death.. Jay received his undergraduate degree from Murray State University in 1999. He attended Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University, earning his J.D. in 2002. He is licensed to practice law in Kentucky and Ohio.. Jay is one of the first attorneys to be board-certified in truck accident law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for his high-quality professional ability and ethical standards.. As a leading Louisville personal injury lawyer, Jay has been named a Kentucky Super Lawyer every year since 2013. This is a distinction held by 5% of attorneys in the state.. During his tenured career, Jay has tried numerous cases, including cases involving motor vehicle accidents and nursing home abuse. He works tirelessly to pursue justice for his clients, aiming to ensure they receive the compensation they deserve under Kentucky law.Because of Jay’s dedication, recognition, and professional accomplishments, he is routinely asked to speak locally and nationally to other attorneys on various legal topics. He also serves on the board and is an active member of the Kentucky Justice Association and American Association for Justice.. If you were injured in Louisville, Kentucky, contact Jay and the legal team at HJV Car Accident Personal Injury Lawyers. You will be offered a free consultation with an experienced Louisville personal injury attorney.
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Firm: Stein Whatley Astorino, PLLC
2525 Bardstown Rd Ste 101 , Louisville , Kentucky 40205
Practice Areas: Trucking Accident
John Amos Whatley is a skilled personal injury litigator and trial attorney with over 19 years of courtroom experience, focusing on personal injury cases. Mr. Whatley has built a personal injury law firm centered on using his extensive knowledge to advocate effectively for seriously injured people in Kentucky and Indiana and is recognized for achieving superior results for his clients clients.. As a partner at Stein Whatley Astorino, PLLC, Mr. Whatley represents individuals who have suffered serious injuries in a variety of circiumstances, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck accidents, as well as slip and fall incidents. His expertise also extends to medical malpractice law suits, where he works tirelessly to help victims secure compensation from negligent medical professionals, surgical centers, and hospitals. Additionally, Mr. Whatley assists grieving families in wrongful death cases, guiding them through the legal process to ensure they receive the full and fair compensation they deserve.. John’s academic journey began in Louisville, Kentucky at Trinity High School and continued at the University of Louisville In college Mr. Whatley played on the football team and earned a spot on the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll. He graduated in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Accountancy and was honored with the Conference USA Academic Award and the John E. Brown Scholarship.. A respected member of the Mississippi Bar Association, Kentucky Bar Association, and Kentucky Justice Association, Mr. Whatley is known for his professional commitment and legal acumen.. His achievements have been acknowledged through recognitions like the “Rising Star” award by Super Lawyers in 2018 and 2019. He was admitted to the Kentucky Bar in 2006 and the Mississippi Bar in 2005. Mr. Whatley is admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky as well as the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi.
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Firm: Kaufman & Stigger, PLLC
7513 New La Grange Rd , Louisville , Kentucky 40222
Practice Areas: Trucking Accident
Marshall was born and raised in Louisville, grew up in the Highlands and graduated from Atherton High School. He earned a BS from University of Tennessee in 1975, and his law degree from University of Louisville in 1978.. Marshall has represented injured clients for over 36 years. He is the son of a lawyer who also graduated from University of Louisville School of Law and a mother born and raised in Hazard, Kentucky. As a teenager, he started working summers in his father’s concrete company which was founded in Louisville in 1917. Working summers in the concrete business until his graduation from law school taught him the value of hard work and understanding the financial hardships his co-workers faced when suffering from illness or injury.. Upon graduation from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law in 1978, he started his own law practice as a sole practitioner. He soon found himself mostly representing clients who had suffered injuries in automobile accidents. As time went on, his practice expanded to representing clients who had suffered serious injury or wrongful death of a family member in cases involving defective products, medical malpractice, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, airplane accidents, electrocutions, construction accidents, and children injured in pedestrian crossing, bicycle, and dog bite accidents.. In 2001, Marshall was a founding member of this firm. Since that time, he has continued to fight for his clients to get them fully compensated for harms and losses caused by the negligence of others. He has recovered millions of dollars for the hundreds of clients he has successfully represented in the last 36 years. He has had recoveries exceeding $1,000,000 for clients injured in automobile, motorcycle, trucking, pedestrian, medical malpractice, electrocution, and airplane crash cases involving serious physical injury or wrongful death.. Marshall has been an AV-rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell for over 15 years. This is the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell and this rating applies to both legal ability and ethics.. Mr. Kaufman has been named a Kentucky Super Lawyer from 2011 to 2015. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He has been a member of the Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys and the American Trial Lawyers Association for the last 35 years.. Mr. Kaufman has been married for 32 years to his wife, Denise, and has three sons, Marshall, Jimmy and Matt. He is proud that Jimmy and Matt are also graduates of the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law and have chosen to work with the firm. The Kaufman’s recently welcomed two daughters-in-law to the family, Katrina Neubauer Kaufman, married to Jimmy, and Janna Miller Kaufman married to Matthew. When he is not helping injured clients he likes to spend time with his family and two dogs. He also enjoys watching and attending college football and basketball games, and fishing at the family cabin.
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Firm: The Schafer Law Office
1218 S 3rd St , Louisville , Kentucky 40203
Practice Areas: Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Trucking Accident, Spinal Cord Injury, Car Accidents, Car Accidents, Car Accidents
I am the founder of The Schafer Law Office. I have been licensed in the state of Kentucky since 1986, graduating from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. I have over 25 years of practical yet innovative experience dealing with personal injury cases. Unlike many attorneys who use paralegals to manage cases, write briefs, motions and meet with clients, I make it my personal goal to be personally involved in all of those things. I give a great deal of personal attention to each and every case. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, making as many trips to Big Sky and Snow Bird as I can in a year, as well as rooting for the University of Louisville Cardinals at sporting events.