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Crooks, Bell & Dodds, PLLC

Crooks, Bell & Dodds, PLLC is a plaintiff's personal injury law firm licensed to practice in KY & IN

I represent people and families who have suffered injuries and catastrophic losses of loved ones, whether the injured person is a driver, passenger or pedestrian, whether an adult or child, and in a variety of circumstances. Since 1992, I have been representing my clients with honesty, intelligence and compassion. Accidents and injuries can have a serious impact on your health, your family and your daily life at work, home or school. You have pain, you have medical bills and expenses piling up, and you certainly have questions.

11/05/2026

Daylight Saving Time has ended, and Louisville's evening commute now happens in the dark. For many drivers, this is the first time in months they've made the drive home without daylight.

This shift raises the risk of serious crashes, especially for people on foot and on bikes. Drivers are still adjusting to the low light. Pedestrians near bus stops, crosswalks, and schools become harder to see. Fatigue from the time change can slow reaction times when every second counts.

Drivers can lower the risk by slowing down, keeping their headlights and windshields clean, and expecting pedestrians even when the road looks clear. Walkers, runners, and cyclists can help by wearing bright or reflective clothing in the evening hours.

Darkness never excuses careless driving. If a negligent driver injured you, Kentucky law protects your right to seek compensation.

Call 502-583-6667 for a free initial consultation.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween, Louisville! 🎃

Drivers, please slow down and watch for trick-or-treaters. Families, grab a flashlight and stay visible. Let's keep tonight sweet and safe.

10/27/2026

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10/23/2026

Fall race season is here, and Louisville runners are out in force. 🍂

From early-morning training runs to weekend races, more people are sharing our roads and crosswalks with drivers. That puts runners at real risk, especially in low light, at intersections, and when drivers are distracted.

Drivers have a duty to watch for runners and pedestrians. Slow down, look twice before turning, and put the phone away.

If you're hit by a car while running, you have rights under Kentucky law. Filing deadlines are short, so don't wait to get answers.

Share this with a running partner before your next run. 👟

10/19/2026

Your Town. Your Lawyers.

Call us today to schedule your free initial consultation 📲 502-583-6667

10/13/2026

October brings some of the most preventable injuries we see in Louisville.

Wet leaves turn sidewalks and store entrances into slip hazards. Deer season raises crash risk at dawn and dusk. Fog, frost, and low sun glare make commutes harder to see through. Shorter days put cyclists at greater risk. On Halloween night, children on foot are among the most vulnerable people on the road.

Seasonal hazards never excuse carelessness. If someone else's negligence injured you or your child, you have rights. Kentucky's filing deadlines are short.

Call us today at 502-583-6667

No Recovery, No Fee.

10/09/2026

Kentucky injury deadlines are short, and missing one can cost you your case.

Most car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle claims have a two-year deadline, while many other injury claims have just one year.

If you've been injured, don't wait to understand your rights.

Call 502-583-6667 for a free initial consultation.

10/06/2026

Fall changes Louisville roads faster than most drivers realize. 🍂

Wet leaves can be as slick as ice on curves and hills, while low sun glare during morning and evening rush hour can blind drivers at intersections. Morning fog cuts visibility on river roads and rural routes, and early frost on bridges and overpasses catches drivers off guard.

Bad weather never excuses careless driving. Kentucky drivers still have a duty to slow down and adjust to conditions. If another driver ignored that duty and hurt you, you may have a claim.

Call 502-583-6667 for a free initial consultation. No Recovery, No Fee.

10/01/2026

October is Pedestrian Safety Month 🚷

Whether you're walking to work, school, or your favorite coffee spot downtown, you have rights, including the right to safe passage in crosswalks and sidewalks.

If a driver doesn't yield and you're hurt, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and more.

📞 Call 502-583-6667 or visit lawville.com for a free consultation.

No Recovery, No Fee.

09/25/2026

"I'll deal with it once life calms down." 🕰️

That's the thought that costs injury victims their entire claim. Because in Kentucky, the law puts a hard deadline on your right to recover — and it runs out faster than you'd expect.

Two years for most auto crashes. As little as one for other injuries. And while you wait, evidence fades, witnesses forget, and insurers use every delay against you.

Our new blog shows you exactly where you stand 🔗 https://www.lawville.com/kentuckys-statute-of-limitations-for-injury-claims-dont-let-the-clock-decide/

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136 St Matthews Avenue Ste 200
Louisville, KY
40207

Website

https://www.lawville.com/

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