Lexington Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers
Over $100 Million Recovered for Our Clients. No Fees Until You Get Paid.
It Wasn’t an "Accident." It Was a Choice.
In Lexington, drunk driving is a plague. Between the tailgaters at Kroger Field, the bourbon tours, and the late-night bar scene on Cheapside and Limestone, too many drivers choose to get behind the wheel while intoxicated.
When a drunk driver hits you, it isn't a mistake. It is a crime.
At Freeman Childers, we treat DUI crashes differently than any other type of case. We don't just want your medical bills paid; we want justice. We dig deep to find every ounce of evidence needed to punish the driver in civil court and, when possible, hold the establishment that served them accountable.
We Fight for "Punitive Damages"
In a normal car wreck, you get paid for your bills and pain. But in a drunk driving case, Kentucky law allows us to sue for Punitive Damages. These are extra damages designed solely to punish the driver for their recklessness. Because there is no cap on punitive damages in Kentucky, these verdicts can be massive. We use these damages to force insurance companies to pay the maximum policy limits immediately rather than face a jury.
Holding the Bars Accountable (Dram Shop Law)
Sometimes the drunk driver isn't the only one at fault. Under Kentucky’s Dram Shop Law (KRS 413.241), a bar, restaurant, or liquor store can be held liable if they served a person who was already "reasonably intoxicated."
We investigate the timeline of the night to find the deep pockets:
The Downtown Bars: Did a bartender on Short Street keep pouring shots for a visibly stumbling patron?
Chain Restaurants: Did a server at a chain restaurant on Nicholasville Road ignore their alcohol training to boost their tip?
Liquor Stores: Did a clerk sell a bottle to a driver who was clearly already drunk?
Lexington’s DUI Danger Zones
We see the same patterns of negligence in specific areas of Fayette County:
The "Game Day" Crash: Accidents on Alumni Drive and Tates Creek Road following UK football games, where tailgating turns into tragedy.
The Late Night Shift: Head-on collisions on New Circle Road between 1:00 AM and 3:00 AM as bars close.
Student Neighborhoods: Drunk drivers hitting parked cars or pedestrians in the narrow streets of Elizabeth Street and State Street.
Rural Roads: High-speed rollovers on Richmond Road or Winchester Road involving drivers leaving the city.
Hit by a Drunk Driver?
They chose to drink. Now they must pay for the damage they caused. Call 606-528-1000 immediately.
Local Links & Resources (Lexington)
Official Crash Reports: Download your collision report via the Lexington Police Department.
Trauma Care: The region's Level 1 Trauma Center is UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital.
Local Courts: Civil lawsuits for premises liability are filed in the Fayette Circuit Court in downtown Lexington.
If you have been injured anywhere in Kentucky or Tennessee, contact our personal injury law office as soon as possible.
If you have been injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle wreck, don’t hesitate to seek immediate emergency medical attention. Your health and safety are paramount, and it won’t damage your case. But then make certain that you bring your accident and injury case to the personal injury firm of Freeman Childers as soon as possible. The sooner our personal injury attorneys can review your accident, the better we can represent you in your pursuit of compensation.
Over $100 Million Recovered for Our Clients.
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WHO WE ARE.
At Freeman Childers, we have built a trusted, established relationship with the communities in which we serve. Every car wreck, dog bite, or other personal injury case is unique, and on each legal matter that we handle, we work to ensure that our client’s rights are protected to the utmost extent. Our goal as an experienced Kentucky and Tennessee personal injury law firm is to provide those we serve with the care and attention that they deserve, all while seeking the maximum compensation available for their claim.
Our firm has been assisting injured parties recover compensation for a wide range of personal injuries since 1990. If you are looking for a “car wreck lawyer near me,” look no further.
We serve clients across Kentucky and Tennessee.
PRACTICE AREAS.
The personal injury attorneys at Freeman Childers have helped injured clients across Kentucky and Tennessee recover damages for their injuries for over 35 years. We handle all forms of negligence claims, ranging from car accidents to slip and falls to nursing home negligence and more. If you or a loved one have been injured by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing in Kentucky or Tennessee, reach out today.
We handle personal injury cases across Kentucky and Tennessee.
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If you or a loved one have been injured in a car wreck, slip and fall, at work, or have suffered any other personal injury, contact our office to schedule an appointment to talk about what happened and the possible compensation options available.
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