Kurt William Maier

Kurt William Maier

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

Wrongful death Lawyer at Bowling Green, KY
Practice Areas: Wrongful Death, Defective and Dangerous Products, Personal Injury ... +2 more

1101 College St, Po Box 770, Bowling Green, KY

About Kurt

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 20%

41 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

46 years | 750 cases

20%
Trucking Accident 20%

41 years | 100 cases

20%
Wrongful Death 20%

31 years | 25 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 35 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kentucky for 46 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1979

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kurt William Maier

1101 College St, Po Box 770, Bowling Green, KY, 42101-2618

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Kurt William Maier's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Linton | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Death

Kurt Maier: Above and Beyond Expectations

A family member passed away in a facility due to negligence. I was grieving, angry, and needed someone to be held accountable for their death. I talked to Kurt, and immediately knew from his calming demeanor and understanding of my case that I would be in good hands. Kurt's expertise and ability to ...explain the law and how it works in terms I could understand, allowed me to deal with the various challenges I would be facing. Kurt explained the process and time frame to me , and virtually everything occurred as he had told me. Kurt stood beside me and the rest of our family throughout the entire time: comforting, supportive, and regularly in contact. With Kurt, I experienced a positive conclusion to this case. I know Kurt to be a man of integrity with an uncanny sense and knowledge of the law and it's workings. I enthusiastically, without hesitation recommend Kurt and would call upon him again.

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Kurt William Maier's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Young

Wrongful death lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kurt is an extremely trustworthy attorney who has extensive experience in personal injury, wrongful death, car accidents and many other related matters. He is well-known in his field and excellent with clients. I recommend Kurt."

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Joseph Brown

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt is one of the most well-established personal injury attorneys in our area. He works well with his clients, keeping them informed of progress in their cases. He understands the law and uses it to benefit his clients. I recommend him."

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Leah Morrison

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt is a well-resourced attorney with extensive connections. He knows personal injury law as well as anyone, and is honest and fair with clients and opposing counsel."

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Charles English

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt is well-known in our community and beyond for having an outstanding career in the field of law. He's worked over the course of several decades with many types of clients, giving solid advice. I recommend Kurt."

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Rebecca Simpson

Personal injury lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt's level of experience in personal injury law is unparalleled. He has handled nearly every kind of case for his clients with dogged determination, fairness and compassion. I recommend Kurt."

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Heather Coleman Brooks

Wrongful death lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kurt's depth of experience in personal injury law is his greatest asset. He knows the law well and works well with his clients. I recommend Kurt."

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Lauren Marley

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt is one of the more experienced personal injury attorneys in Kentucky. He has handled hundreds of cases and has great strategies based on his years of experience. He works really hard for his clients. Recommended."

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Aaron Smith

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kurt has worked in the personal injury field for many years, and knows how to track down information on behalf of his clients and prepares well for trial. He's a great attorney to have on your side. Recommended."

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D. Penn

Trucking accident lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kurt is an incredibly knowledgeable lawyer when it comes to personal injury law. His extensive experience in the field serves our firm and our clients well. I recommend Kurt."

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Elizabeth Ames

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt is very well established in the field of personal injury law. He has many years of experience and works very hard for our clients."

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Jessica Shoulders

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kurt is one of the most experienced personal injury attorneys in Kentucky. He knows well how to navigate the court system and how to pursue justice for clients."

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Jon Roby

Car accident lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Very knowledgeable in handling personal injury cases."

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Elizabeth McKinney

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Aaron Smith

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Rebecca Simpson

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Jon Roby

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Jessica Shoulders

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

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2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

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2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

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2012

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2012

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2011

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2011

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2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

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2010

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Work Experience

1986 - Present

Partner, English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley

1979 - 1986

Associate, English, Lucas, Priest and Owsley, LLP

Associations

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Kentucky Bar Foundation

Member

2007 - Present

Kentucky Justice Association

Contributing Member

1994 - Present

Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1979 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Tractor Trailer Crash

settlement

Defective truck wheel

Settlement

Wrongful Death

Settlement

Defective fuel tank in truck

settlement

Train derailment causes hazardous spill

Settlement

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Education

1979

University of Kentucky College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Denison University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2018

Kentucky Personal Injury Attorneys blog Accidents can ruin summer fun at amusement parks

2017

Kentucky Personal Injury Attorneys Blog How to avoid a car wreck in Kentucky this Thanksgiving holiday

Languages

English

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