A catastrophic injury may change what you will need for decades. Insurance companies often base their first offers on today’s bills and want to pay as little as possible. You need an accurate number that covers future surgeries, home care, lost income, and other costs.
Scott Best was badly hurt in a car accident when he was young. The first lawyer he found mishandled the case while his medical bills climbed. That experience led him to law school and to helping other injured people.
That path shapes how he works as a catastrophic injury lawyer for Union families. He builds your claim from the start around what your doctors expect you to need in the future.
Tell us what your doctors have said so far. We will explain what your claim has to cover before you make any decisions.
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A catastrophic injury permanently limits what a person can do. We represent clients with claims involving:
These injuries often follow car and truck crashes, workplace accidents, and falls on unsafe property. If someone else is legally at fault, you may be able to seek compensation for all of your past, current, and future costs related to the accident.
Catastrophic injuries do not heal on a schedule. A spinal cord injury can mean a power wheelchair, a rebuilt bathroom, and paid aides for life. A brain injury can end a career at 35. An adjuster may add up what you owe today and offer a figure that sounds big, but you need to think about how long that money will have to last. A signed release usually ends your right to file a lawsuit, even if your injury worsens or your expenses are more than expected.
A fair figure counts far more than the hospital bill. We build the claim around these costs and losses:
We work to get to a number backed by your doctors. Bring your own list to our first meeting, and we will add what is missing.
A lawsuit over an injury this serious usually goes to circuit court. For a Union injury, that is usually the Boone County Justice Center. It is at 6025 Rogers Lane in Burlington. However, the right court depends on where the injury happened and where the other party lives or does business. We confirm the right court before anything is filed.
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These steps may protect your claim while you and your family focus on care:
Yes. We offer free consultations. We travel to hospitals and homes, so no one has to leave a bedside to meet with us. Contact us whenever you are ready, even if the first conversation is only questions.
The figure rests on what your treating doctors project for future care and on your work history. Today’s invoices are only one piece. We start by asking your doctors what you will need, then we price it.
It can. Northern Kentucky patients with severe injuries are often treated in Cincinnati. One example is University of Cincinnati Medical Center, a Level I adult trauma center. Treatment in Cincinnati means records, specialists, and bills may sit in Ohio. Scott Best is licensed in both states, so we can follow your claim across the river.
Health insurance may cover part of your treatment at first, and no-fault benefits can help after a crash. Some of those payers may later ask to be repaid from a settlement, so keep every payment record. Bring them to the first meeting, and we will sort out what may have to be repaid from any recovery.
Possibly. Workers’ compensation usually covers on-the-job injuries and limits suits against the employer. A separate claim may exist against an outside party, such as a driver, a contractor, or an equipment maker. The facts decide which routes are open, so tell us how the injury happened.
In most cases, Kentucky gives you one year to file a lawsuit after an accident (KRS 413.140). Many motor vehicle accident claims get two years. That clock starts at the injury or at your last no-fault payment, whichever comes later (KRS 304.39-230). These deadlines can change. The clock may pause if the injured person was a child, or could not manage their own affairs because of the injury. Claims against a government agency can follow different rules. Talk to a lawyer soon, because missing a deadline can end your claim.
Nothing up front. We work on contingency, so you pay no fee unless we win, and the first consultation is free. A long case does not turn into hourly bills. Court fees and case expenses may apply.
Scott Best is a highly regarded Personal Injury attorney with nearly 25 years of experience dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals in Florence and surrounding areas. With a career built on aggressive representation and strategic litigation, Scott ensures that victims of negligence receive the maximum compensation they deserve. Known for his hands-on approach and deep local roots, he combines elite legal expertise with an unwavering commitment to securing the best outcomes for every client.
Insurance companies can move quickly on large claims. Fill out our contact form and tell us what happened. The consultation is free. We can meet you at the hospital or at home to discuss your rights and possible next steps.
Call Scott Best, Attorney at Law today to schedule a free consultation or to request immediate help with a
case. We are here to make the process as stress free as possible and we look forward to helping you settle
your case to your satisfaction.
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