Karl Truman Law Office

Mary's drive to put her clients first, coupled with her empathy, makes her invaluable, and "a light" in people's lives. We're proud of you, Mary! . #teamwork #companyculture #karltrumanlawoffice #countonthecolonel #personalinjurylawlouisvilleky #personalinjurylawjeffersonvillein #kentuckiana

Thanks to WAVE and Sean Baute for the interview and the important messaging for motorists and riders! . BikerDown Kentucky Biker Down Indiana . #looktwicesavealife #bikerdownfoundation #motorcyclelife #sharetheroad #CountOnTheColonel

Throwback Thursday...Had a good time at the JDRF Car Show. The Ford Kentucky Truck Plant continues to show how much they care through their dedication to great causes like this one. . Check out their upcoming 4th Annual Elite Golf Scramble hit the links in support of JDRF! #JDRF #KTPCares #karltrumanlawoffice #countonthecolonel #personalinjurylawlouisvilleky #personalinjurylawjeffersonvillein #kentuckiana

Our team cares about our clients, and it shows! We couldn't be more proud of our team at the Karl Truman Law Office. . #teamwork #teameffort #clientfirstmentality #karltrumanlawoffice #countonthecolonel #personalinjurylawlouisvilleky #personalinjurylawjeffersonvillein #kentuckiana

Saluting Our American Workers

Saluting our workforce, our country's backbone! . Have a wonderful weekend, Everyone! . #labordayweekend #celebrateourworkers #karltrumanlawoffice #countonthecolonel #personalinjurylawlouisvilleky #personalinjurylawjeffersonvillein #kentuckiana

2nd Annual SGT Hilbert Memorial Ride

Was a beautiful day Saturday and a great show of support for the 2nd Annual SGT Hilgert Memorial Ride, hosted by American Heroes Motorcycle Association National Site at Bluegrass Harley-Davidson. We're glad we could be part. . #americanheroes #fallensoldiers #fallenheroes #supportfirstresponders #kentuckyheroes

Woody Williams Foundation

Featuring the Woody Williams Foundation, here's a little throwback to Military Appreciation Night honoring Gold Star Families at a Louisville Bats game. What a great night! #goldstarfamilies #woodywilliamsfoundation #supportourveterans #throwbackthursday #tbt #karltrumanlaw

Lankford Funeral Home Lawsuits

What would a class action mean for your claim against the Langford Funeral Home?

Had a great time with the CVMA convention this week and what a turnout for the Bike Night at Bluegrass Harley Davidson !

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring #RobertSoice Robert Soice was born in northern Indiana and served a 24 year Army career retiring as a First Sergeant. Upon retirement Robert entered Civil Service as an employee for the United States Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) as a Program Analyst while also working for the Medical Recruiting Brigade as well as the USAREC HQ Health Services Directorate in that capacity. Robert has been riding motorcycles for well over a decade. He joined the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association ® in 2014 and was a member of the Kentucky Chapters in Radcliff and Louisville. Currently serving the CVMA® Region 2 Representative responsible for members in Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland and the District of Columbia. Prior to that he served for 5 years as the CVMA Kentucky State Representative and was also an officer at the Chapter level. Married to R. Kim Soice for over 20 years; she is also a retired Army First Sergeant having served for 26 years. Highlights of our conversation include: -What the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association is -How the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association distinguishes themselves from motorcycle clubs -What the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association’s mission statement is -What Robert’s chapter does for local veterans -Their upcoming national conventions Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring #JasonElmore and #EddieCarey We met as neighbors and quickly became best friends. Eddie was even Best Man in my wedding in 2016. Bike Fest came about with he and I sitting in my garage throwing darts, drinking beer and talking about doing our own bike fest. We started putting ideas on paper and with help from our wives, family, and friends the dream was born. This will be our third year. Each year we are learning, adding and improving! Highlights of our conversation include: -Why they started the Bullitt Bike fest -How they both started riding motorcycles -The importance of Motorcycle Awareness Month -The opportunities and activities of Bullitt Bike fest -Breaking the stigma about bikers Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

We're proud to sponsor Navy League, Central Kentucky - NLUSCKC.org so Susan Mayfield and the organization can advocate for the sea services! Karl Truman is dedicated to helping active duty military and veterans in any way he can.

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring #VickiSanfelipo of @RoadGuardians Known as “Spitfire” to her friends, Vicki is the author of, “A Crash Course for the Motorcyclist”. She established the non-profit organization Accident Scene Management (ASM) in 1996 in order to reduce injuries and fatalities to motorcyclists through First Response training. She has volunteered as the Director of ASM for 25 years and was inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2020. Vicki worked for over 25 years in hospital nursing. She has been riding for 35 years, is a member of the Iron Butt Association, and is the lead medic at the antique motorcycle cross country events; The Motorcycle Cannonball, and The Cross Country Chase. Vicki she says that serving the motorcycling public is a labor of love and also says that “Motorcycles Saved my Life”. Highlights of our conversation include: -How she started her program and how it grew over time -What the abc’s of trauma mean -The purpose of the class -The importance of learning information like how to properly take a helmet off after an accident -The importance of having insurance in case of an accident so “you don’t get hurt twice” Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

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Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring #LaurieMontoya of @BikerDown Laurie Montoya is the president of 501c3 non-profit whose core mission is to help injured motorcycle riders with recovery after an accident. Championed a much-needed refresh to helping injured riders, by providing actual services and financial strategies instead of the usual poker run. In her position she has created training manuals and the vision of services that BikerDown would provide injured riders including memberships programs, medical equipment and help with funeral expenses. She handles the day-to-day operations including but not limited to Help Requests, Fundraising, Donor research, Volunteer management, Grant programs and chapter start up. Founded in Denver Colorado in 2011, we now have chapters all over the country and biker advocates nationwide ready to assist. Highlights of our conversation include: -How BikerDown got started -What BikerDown does -The importance of spending money on insurance in case of an accident -The support BikerDown provides for people who lost a loved on to a motorcycle accident -The information you need when going against an insurance company when dealing with an accident Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

This Memorial Day, we express our gratitude to the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Last Saturday, we gathered at the Jeffersonville Overlook for the 22 Challenge Ruck March for Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention. You can learn more about the cause by visiting 22 Challenge.org

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring #ScottHam of @22Challenge Scott Ham is a volunteer for 22Challenge.org, a Veteran Suicide Awareness organization. Ham also volunteers with other veteran and ministry organizations. He is also a retired Command Sergeant Major with 27 years of experience in the US Army and Indiana Army National Guard with 3 overseas deployments, to Bosnia 2001-2002, Afghanistan 2004-2005 and Iraq 2007-2008. He is a professional entertainer that rides a unicycle, juggles, performs magic, skits and does motivational presentations. He is the former Chair of the Indiana State Soil Conservation Board. He is currently Manager of Silver Creek Water Corporation where he has worked for 32 years. He has served in the State of Indiana as a certified water operator since 1988 and is active in many local and industry organizations. Scott’s hope is that through humor and using people’s experiences, we will initiate change where needed, and support those already doing outstanding works. Highlights of our conversation include: -What the 22Challenge organization is -What to look for if a veteran is struggling with their mental health -The monthly events offered for veterans to participate in -The care offered for veterans and their families during hardships and sicknesses Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

We love a good testimonial! It's always meaningful to hear that we've been able to give our clients the compensation and peace of mind they deserve.

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring @theDUIguy Larry Forman has been named in the Nation’s Top One Percent Attorney by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel from 2015 to the present year, and has received the coveted SuperLawyers Rising Star Award from 2016 to the present year, as well. Mr. Forman has been crowned as a Top Lawyer by both Louisville Magazine and TOPS Louisville Magazine and has been inducted as a ‘Life Member’ into the exclusive ‘Trial Masters’ club in 2019. He has had numerous DUI charges amended and dismissed pre-trial, the morning of trial, and had many clients acquitted by a jury, including DUI Second Offenses. Mr. Forman is no stranger to jury trials and will fight for his clients tooth and nail to achieve the best possible result. Mr. Forman has experienced all aspects of litigation from working with judges, prosecutors, and criminal defense attorneys throughout his life. This broad learning experience allowed him to get as many varied perspectives on the law as possible and prepare him for anything that may come along the way in the practice of law. He has extensive experience handling jury and bench trials and various types of hearings. Highlights of our conversation include: -How DUIs have become a moneymaker for law enforcement -How Larry successfully represented someone with a BAC over the limit -The importance of having a designated driver when drinking -What to do if you get pulled over and fear you may get a DUI Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

May is #MotorcycleSafetyMonth ! Whether you ride or not, learning accident scene skills could save a life. We're grateful for the opportunity to sponsor a class with Road Guardians AKA Accident Scene Management and hope to host one again! Remember to ride safe and #looktwicesavealife

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring #SteveYount Steve Yount started his agency over 30 years ago. In 1991 their original office was located in Clarksville IN. In 2010 Steve Yount Insurance located to Sellersburg IN. His office is just 4 doors away from the home he grew up in. The agency is Family owned and operated. Our staff includes Steve Yount - agency owner, Mary Yount (Steve's wife)- accounting, Kari Yount-Broy (Steve’s daughter) - licensed agent and Liz Huttsell (Steve's daughter) who is also a licensed agent. Steve Yount Insurance is fully dedicated to meeting all of your insurance needs whether it be for Home, Auto, Commercial, Life or Health. Their specialty is providing professional insurance service with the reliability of being a local insurance agent that serves Sellersburg, Indiana and the surrounding communities. Highlights of our conversation include: -The issues of suspended licenses -Why motor coverage is the best coverage for your money -How to protect yourself before using someone else’s car -The mistakes people make when shopping for insurance -The meaning of “full coverage” Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

May is #MotorcycleSafetyMonth ! Whether you ride or not, learning accident scene skills could save a life. We're thankful the participants from the Road Guardians AKA Accident Scene Management class we sponsored learned a lot. Remember to ride safe and #looktwicesavealife

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTrumanLaw featuring Morrow Settlement Services. Todd Morrow is is a 1988 graduate of Texas State University (formerly Southwest Texas State University), graduating with a BBA in Accounting in three and a half years. Shortly after becoming a CPA, Todd began working in the structured settlement industry for The James Street Group in 1994. The James Street Group was a pioneer in assisting plaintiff attorneys and their clients with their structured settlement needs. Todd’s background and experience played an important role in helping The James Street Group grow to be one of the largest and most recognized firms in the country, structuring in excess of $500 million dollars in 2013. As an expert in all areas of settlement planning, Todd has appeared as a speaker in continuing legal education programs and seminars for attorneys across the country. In addition, Todd has been involved with thousands of cases and has attended hundreds of mediations since 1994, which gives him a unique insight on the many issues associated with personal injury cases. Todd started Morrow Settlement Services, LLC in 2014 to continue the tradition of offering the most comprehensive settlement planning services in the country. Morrow Settlement Services is an affiliate of Sage Settlement Consulting. Highlights of our conversation include: -Why getting advice from outside sources such as family and friends can result in you wasting your settlement money -How a structured settlement works for a child turning 18 -What a special needs trust is and how you can use it with a structured settlement annuity to save money on trust fees -What a Medicare Set Aside account does Listen Now: https://apple.co/3BL5bez

May is #MotorcycleSafetyMonth ! Here's a look back at a testimonial from our Accident Scene Management class with Road Guardians AKA Accident Scene Management . Remember to ride safe this May! #looktwicesavealife

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTruman.Law featuring #KevinBateman Kevin Bateman started in the army in the early 70s and then entered the National Guard until 2011. He retired as an Operation Sergeant Major and served in Iraq. As a Veteran Service Officer, Kevin’s goal is to serve veterans and their families with everything from plans for compensation, pension, tax, property tax and whatever else he can help with. Since turning 70, he now works part time and has a great assistant to work with him. He encourages every veteran to come in for an interview and find out what benefits they may qualify for. Highlights of our conversation include: -An explanation and the process for getting a needs-based pension. -A frequent common illness is hearing loss. -The key is to get a diagnosis for an illness. -Different service organizations also help veterans. -Being in combat is not a requirement for getting help. Listen Now!

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with @KarlTruman.Law featuring #ToddDunn Todd Dunn is the President of UAW Local 862, serving his fourth consecutive term. The union represents approximately 17,500 active workers of the Kentucky Truck Plant and the Louisville Assembly Plant, nine other units with 400 members within the amalgamated local union. In addition, there are approximately 6000 retirees represented in the prosperous history of UAW Local 862. Todd served his country in the US Army National Guard as a Combat Military Policeman/Investigator during the Iraq-Desert Storm/Desert Shield Tours of Duty and considers it an honor to have served General Schwarzkopf. Todd takes his responsibility seriously and is proud of its history and all the work and contributions made by members with their volunteer work. Highlights of our conversation include: -The miserable job that sparked his interest in the Union and serving as a leader. -How serving in the military and leadership principles transferred to his union work. -How the mission statement of this union differs from others. -How the union is part of the solution, not part of the problem. Listen Now!

Do you think Russia is committing war crimes in Ukraine? Karl Truman talks what classifies a war crime. Let us know what you think!

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with Karl Truman Law Office featuring #TaraAvis One of the best pieces of advice for people serving in the military is to keep a copy of every piece of paper one receives during service and after discharge. That’s the advice of Tara Avis, The Veteran Service Officer who works at the Harrison County Veterans Service Office. Tara is an Army Reserve veteran who served as a logistics specialist. She also worked teaching the Nine Flying Tigers unit at Fort Knox and was stationed in Bardstown, Kentucky. Tara is well trained as a VSO to help with county, State and Federal benefits. Our conversation is filled with tips on how to file claims and she is passionate about helping veterans file, especially for benefits that they may not know they’re eligible for. Highlights include: -Preparing records from military time, especially if filing a disability claim. -Veterans can file a claim even if they didn’t serve in combat. -Eligibility even if hurt in basic training. -Handling claims even if injured while on leave. -How a buddy statement holds weight when filing a claim. Listen Now!

Today on #TheColonelinYourCorner with Karl Truman Law Office featuring #GordonSmith Gordon Smith is a Veterans Service Officer, VSO, for the City of Indianapolis and a Commissioner for the Indianapolis Juvenile Detention Advisory Board. He is the former CEO of the PTSD Recovery Program, a non-profit that contributes to the healing of veterans, first responders, women and those re-entering society after imprisonment suffering from PTSD and other stress-related disorders. Gordon has received many awards for his service. After Desert Storm, Gordon resigned his commission and eight years later re-entered as an enlisted guy. He worked as a medic and ended up in Iraq in 2005 and later worked at the US Embassy in Baghdad. Gordon helps veterans file claims and uncover benefits they may not know they are eligible for. He advises that if veterans don’t file claims, they are hurting other veterans that need them. He explains why in our conversation and why veterans should come forward and speak with a VSO. We discuss: -How Gordon filed close to 350 claims last year and 58% of those veterans had never gone to the VA for help. -Newer veterans have filed claims, but not those from Vietnam, Desert Storm, National Guard Reserves. -The other benefits that go beyond disability. -Even if you think you don’t qualify, contact a Veteran Service Officer, VSO. -Mental health issues needs are addressed and are not a sign of weakness. Listen Now!