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Biography
My clients trust me to advocate for them with personal dignity, integrity, and independence. I gladly accept this responsibility and practice the same values when dealing with my colleagues. I am committed to achieving my clients' lawful objectives as quickly and as economically as possible. I am privileged to advocate for the injured. My main areas of practice include: Civil Litigation: Serious Injury | Automobile Accidents | Motorcycle Accidents | Insurance Bad Faith | Insurance Claims | Business Contracts Criminal Defense: Misdemeanor | Felony | DUI
Education
- Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
- J.D. | Law
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- University of Kentucky
- B.S. | Finance and Economics
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Professional Experience
- Attorney & Managing Partner
- Russell & Ireland Law Group, LLC
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- Attorney/Partner
- Willenborg, Russell & Ireland, PLLC
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- Gregory S. Young Co., L.P.A.
- Associate Attorney
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- Law Clerk
- Gregory S. Young Co., L.P.A.
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Speaking Engagements
- Marketing Your Small Business, Hanging Your Shingle: A Guide to Small Firm Practice
- Med Pay v. PIP: How Kentucky & Ohio Handle No-Fault Benefits, Injury Disability Workers Comp Section 2019 Lunch & Learn Series
- Law Firm Marketing, Hanging Your Shingle: A Guide to Small Firm Practice, Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University
Awards
- Rising Star
- SuperLawyers
- Top 40 Under 40
- The National Trial Lawyers
Professional Associations
- Ohio Association for Justice
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- American Association for Justice
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- Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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- Northern Kentucky Bar Association
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- Northern Kentucky Young Lawyers
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- Ohio State Bar Association
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- Kentucky Justice Association
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- Cincinnati Bar Association
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- Kentucky State Bar
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Kentucky
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- Ohio
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- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky
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- U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio
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Fees
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Free Consultation
Call me today for a free consultation. - Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
I accept contingency fee agreements for most personal injury and insurance claims.
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Products Liability
- Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
- Juvenile Law
- Insurance Claims
- Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
- Workers' Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Additional Practice Areas
- Car Accidents
- Brain Injury
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. My daughter has mouth and throat injuries from a metal shard found in her sandwich. What are my next legal steps?
- A: Sounds like you are doing a great job documenting your daughter's injuries and damages, but you still don't have the full picture if more medical treatment may be needed.
It is true that an injured party often provides medical records to prove damages, but you are wise not to blindly provide medical information to the at-fault party (owner/restaurant). The owner likely has insurance, and a claim should be opened for bodily injury. Once all medical treatment is completed, you will have a better idea of what damages need to be covered including future medical care and/or future pain and suffering for any permanent injuries. Speak with an attorney who understands this area and ... Read More
- Q. I was a passenger in a side by side. The driver parked on top of hill facing downhill. As soon as he stepped out the
- A: You likely have a claim for bodily injuries against the driver. You can likely recover for medical bills (past and/or future), lost income/wages, and pain and suffering (past and/or future). Some of your medical bills may be covered by PIP (KY - No Fault Law).
Contact an attorney immediately who understands Kentucky law and the MVRA (No-Fault)
- Q. I was an inmate and a guard punched me n two other guards held my arms one of them snapped. What should I do?
- A: You likely have a claim for deprivation of your constitutional rights by way of cruel and unusual punishment and excessive force depending on the facts of your case. 42 U.S. Code Section 1983 is the most common mechanism for these claims against detention officers or detention facilities. Contact an attorney immediately who understands the complications of these claims and can give you some straightforward advice. It is wise to act quickly so the case can be investigated and evidence is properly preserved.
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