Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Asheville
Jay Kerr Law is a boutique personal injury law firm dedicated to advocating for individuals and families affected by serious injuries or wrongful death. Founded in 1998, our practice is built on principles of empathy, integrity, and relentless pursuit of justice. With over three decades of experience, we specialize in personal injury, workers' compensation, and wrongful death cases, offering personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our team combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to community service, ensuring clients receive both skilled representation and compassionate support.We prioritize transparency, maintaining open communication throughout every case to build trust and deliver results. Our track record of successful settlements and recognitions, including being named Best Lawyers' Lawyer of the Year, underscores our dedication to excellence. We serve clients in Asheville and surrounding areas of North Carolina, focusing on protecting the rights of disempowered workers and children impacted by negligence. By blending practical experience with a client-centered approach, we strive to make the legal process accessible and less intimidating for those navigating challenging times.
Services
Personal Injury
Workers' Compensation
Wrongful Death
Motor-Vehicle Collision
Construction Accidents
Premises Liability
General Negligence
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We are a boutique law firm offering personalized, attentive service to every client.
- Our team has over 30 years of experience in personal injury and workers' compensation law.
- We prioritize face-to-face client communication and transparent case management.
- Recognized by Best Lawyers as Lawyer of the Year for workers' compensation law.
- We advocate specifically for disempowered workers and children affected by serious injuries.
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers
What people say
Highly recommend
Exceptional lawyer
Helped us navigate
Excellent settlement
Compassionate support
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients who have suffered serious injuries due to accidents or negligence. Our practice focuses on traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, and other catastrophic harm requiring extensive medical care. We work to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering while advocating for safety improvements to prevent future incidents. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate support during clients' most challenging times.
Workers' Compensation
Our workers' compensation practice helps injured workers navigate North Carolina's complex claims process. We specialize in cases involving construction accidents, occupational diseases, and denied claims while ensuring clients receive proper medical treatment and wage replacement. With decades of experience, we challenge unfair claim denials and fight for full benefits, including compensation for permanent disabilities and future medical needs arising from workplace injuries.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate legal representation for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence or workplace accidents. Our practice focuses on holding responsible parties accountable while securing financial compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages. We understand the profound impact of sudden loss and work to protect families' rights during their grieving process through dedicated legal advocacy.
Motor-Vehicle Collision
Our firm handles serious injury cases resulting from car, truck, and motorcycle collisions. We investigate liability, document damages, and negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation for medical treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term care needs. Our experience includes complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and catastrophic injuries requiring lifetime medical support and financial planning.
Premises Liability
We represent clients injured due to unsafe property conditions including slip-and-fall accidents, inadequate security, and electrical hazards. Our practice focuses on proving property owner negligence while securing compensation for medical expenses and lost income. We handle cases involving commercial properties, residential complexes, and public spaces where preventable hazards have caused serious injuries requiring extensive medical treatment.
People
Jay Kerr
Attorney
With over 30 years of experience, Jay Kerr specializes in personal injury and workers' compensation law. Recognized by Best Lawyers as Lawyer of the Year, he advocates for injured workers and children affected by negligence. His practice combines legal expertise with compassionate representation to secure justice for clients.
Melissa Truitt
Senior Paralegal
A certified paralegal with nearly 30 years of experience, Melissa Truitt supports clients through complex legal processes. Recognized as an Unsung Legal Hero, she provides dedicated case management while maintaining the firm's commitment to personalized service and client advocacy in personal injury and workers' compensation matters.
Tara Kerr
Firm Accounting & Financial Management
Tara Kerr manages the firm's financial operations with her CPA credentials and MBA background. Her expertise ensures efficient financial management while supporting the firm's commitment to transparent client billing practices and responsible financial stewardship in all legal matters.
Questions
What should I do if my workers' comp claim was denied?
Review the denial reasons with an attorney to determine if the decision was justified based on compensable accident criteria and medical evidence.
Why haven't I received my workers' comp check yet?
Contact an attorney if payments haven't started within two weeks of reporting your injury to ensure proper claim processing and documentation.
How is workers' comp payment calculated?
Payments are typically two-thirds of your average weekly wages calculated from earnings during the 52 weeks before your injury occurred.
What if I can't return to my regular job after an injury?
Consult an attorney to help prove ongoing disability status and negotiate appropriate vocational rehabilitation or permanent disability benefits.
How do I get necessary medical treatment approved?
Work with an attorney to file requests with the Industrial Commission for authorization of medical care denied by the workers' comp insurer.
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