Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Kentucky since: 2008
Education: University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
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Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers
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Sam Aguiar is a visionary attorney dedicated to giving a voice to those wrongfully injured. As the founder of Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers, established in 2010, he stands out as a law firm owner, community leader, and relentless advocate for his clients. His commitment to innovative legal strategies, exceptional client service, and community engagement sets him apart in the field of personal injury law.
Recognized as one of Kentucky’s most successful plaintiff attorneys, Sam has a nationwide reputation for obtaining justice and effecting meaningful change through the law. His career is distinguished by successes in high-stakes cases with significant implications, including dozens of seven- and eight-figure verdicts and settlements. Most notably, his leadership in the historic Breonna Taylor case resulted in one of the largest civil rights settlements in United States history and led to substantial police reforms.
A best-selling author and respected authority in the legal community, Sam frequently presents at national events, educating lawyers on topics such as law firm culture, innovative case strategies in trucking and personal injury cases, civil rights litigation, and insurance bad faith. His work has led to legal victories and societal changes, including overhauling claims handling policies by the nation's largest property and casualty insurer.
Sam's high-profile cases have been featured on major media outlets like Hulu, ABC's 20/20, The New York Times, Time Magazine, CNN, NBC, BBC, NPR, and The Washington Post, underscoring his stature as a leading figure in the legal community.
Beyond his professional achievements, Sam is a devoted family man, married to Janelle and father to two sons. Together, they share a passion for thoroughbred racehorses through their venture, JS Stables. Sam also enjoys playing competitive tennis, supporting the University of Louisville Cardinals, and cultivating an impressive bourbon collection.
Committed to philanthropy, Sam and Janelle have donated millions to support underprivileged children, neglected animals, disaster-stricken areas, and disadvantaged communities. Their law firm reflects this commitment, known for its unique blend of care, comfort, and competitiveness, making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
With an unwavering dedication to his clients and a proven track record of success, Sam Aguiar and his firm are an unmatched choice for those facing personal injury cases with much at stake.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2008, Kentucky
Professional Webpage: https://aguiarinjurylawyers.com/sam-aguiar/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Kentucky, State
- Presenter - Kentucky State Paralegal Convention , 2024
- Presenter – Kentucky Justice Association, Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association, University of Chicago, University of Kentucky
- American Board Of Trial Advocates
- Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, Federal
- Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, Federal
- Southern District of Indiana, Federal
- Eastern District of Kentucky, Federal
- Western District of Kentucky, Federal
- Tennessee, State
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Settlement: $6,800,000 Commercial vehicle accident. , 2024
- Settlement: $6,100,000 Trucking , 2024
- Settlement: $6 million Delivery Vehicle Accident , 2021
- Settlement: $6,200,000 Box Truck Accident, 2023
- Settlement: $4,100,000 Trucking , 2023
- Settlement: $12 million Wrongful Death , 2020
Videos
- Attorney Profile: Sam Aguiar, Personal Injury, 2024
Honors
- Distinguished Alumni Award, University of Louisville
- Martindale Hubbell, Distinguished Peer Review Rated
- Best Attorneys of America, Present
- Super Lawyers, multiple years
- National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Guest lecturer – Brandeis School of Law
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Kentucky’s Most Prolific Trial Attorneys (multiple years)
- National Best Selling Author (2014)
- On-Screen – Hulu/NYT Documentary, Netflix’s Civil, ABC’s 20/20, Vice News Documentary
- Contributor – New York Times, ABC, Courier-Journal, Washington Post, CNN, NBC, BBC, NPR, etc.
- Commencement Speech – University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law Graduation (2021)
- 502 Circle – Inner Circle
- Kentucky Bar Foundation Member of Chief Justice Fred Vinson Circle, 2022
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Personal Injury National Trial Lawyers Top 10 Trucking , 2024
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2023 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2015, 2017 - 2022