Somerset Car Accident Lawyers

Somerset is the vacation capital of Kentucky. But with millions of visitors flocking to Lake Cumberland every year, our roads are pushed to the breaking point.

Local drivers know the frustration of US-27 ("The Strip"). It is a gauntlet of stoplights, distracted tourists looking for restaurants, and oversized boat trailers blocking lanes. A quick trip to the grocery store often turns into a rear-end collision or a sideswipe.

At Freeman Childers, we know Pulaski County. We don't just handle the easy cases; we handle the complex wrecks involving out-of-state drivers, rental boats, and commercial trucks on the Bypass. You need a lawyer who knows the local courts and won't back down from a fight.

Somerset’s Danger Zones

We investigate accidents in the specific corridors where Somerset drivers face the most risk:

• "The Strip" (US-27): From the Light 29 intersection down to Burnside, this is the most congested road in the region. Rear-end collisions are a daily occurrence as traffic stops suddenly for businesses.

• The Bypass (KY-914): A high-speed ring road used by heavy trucks to avoid downtown. The intersections here are deadly, often resulting in T-bone crashes.

• KY-80 (The Connector): The high-speed divided highway connecting Somerset to London and Russell Springs. Speeding and hydroplaning are major issues here.

• Slate Branch & Fishing Creek Roads: Narrow, winding roads leading to marinas where tourists often cross the centerline.

The "Boat Trailer" Hazard

This is a danger unique to Somerset. Every weekend, drivers who have never towed a trailer before try to haul massive pontoon boats down our narrow roads.

• Jackknifes: When a inexperienced driver brakes too hard on a curve.

• "Fish-Tailing": Unbalanced trailers swinging into your lane and sideswiping your car.

• Detachments: Boats coming loose on the highway because they weren't secured properly. We know how to sue the driver AND the boat owner (if they are different) to get you maximum compensation.

Who Handled Your Accident Report?

Knowing which agency worked your wreck is critical for gathering evidence.

• Somerset Police Department: Handles crashes on US-27, the Bypass, and downtown.

• Pulaski County Sheriff: Handles accidents on the rural backroads and near the lake marinas.

• Kentucky State Police: Often patrols KY-80 and the Cumberland Parkway.

Medical Care: Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

If you were hurt in Somerset, you were likely taken to Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (LCRH). As the regional trauma center, they handle the most severe injuries in South-Central Kentucky. We have extensive experience obtaining medical records from LCRH and proving to the insurance company that your treatment was necessary, not "excessive."

Wrecked in Pulaski County?

Don't let a tourist or a distracted driver ruin your life. Call 606-528-1000 to speak with a lawyer who knows Somerset.

Helpful Local Resources (Somerset)

Resources for Pulaski County Accident Victims

• Official Crash Reports: Download your accident report via the Somerset Police Department or the Pulaski County Sheriff.

• Trauma Care: The region's primary trauma center is Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (LCRH).

• Local Courts: Civil lawsuits are filed with the Pulaski Circuit Court Clerk in downtown Somerset.

• Road Conditions: Check traffic statuses for District 8 via the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.