About Merk Injury Law — Personal Injury Newport, Kentucky
Merk Injury Law is a personal injury Newport firm serving Northern Kentucky and the greater Cincinnati area. Founder Spencer Merk is a trial attorney and a Super Lawyers Rising Star. He built the firm on a simple idea: hurt people deserve lawyers who listen and fight hard. The team has helped more than 3,800 clients across Ohio and Kentucky. Because the firm works on contingency, you pay nothing unless you recover. Merk handles car, truck, motorcycle, and wrongful death cases in Campbell County. You can find more Newport personal injury attorneys if you want choices.
What Clients Say
Clients describe the team as down-to-earth and communicative. Many say the firm kept them informed and treated them with respect. Reviewers also praise clear updates and strong results on their claims.
Personal Injury Newport — Practice Areas & Services
- Car and truck accident claims across Campbell County.
- Motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accident cases.
- Brain injuries and catastrophic injury claims.
- Dog bite and rideshare (Uber and Lyft) accident matters.
- Wrongful death claims for Northern Kentucky families.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file an injury claim in Kentucky?
Kentucky often applies a one-year deadline for injury claims, though motor vehicle cases can differ. The timing depends on the facts and the type of claim. Because the window is short, contact a lawyer soon after an accident.
What does a personal injury lawyer cost in Newport?
Most Newport injury lawyers work on contingency. You pay no upfront fee, and the lawyer takes a share only if you recover. Merk Injury Law offers a free consultation to start.
Where are injury cases handled near Newport, KY?
Cases for Newport are filed in the Campbell County Circuit Court in Newport. Most claims settle through negotiation. A firm prepared for trial often earns better offers from insurers.
Quick Facts: Personal Injury in Newport, Kentucky
- 2024 fatalities: Kentucky recorded 707 highway deaths in 2024, the lowest in a decade — Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
- Seat belts: 47% of Kentucky vehicle occupants killed in 2024 were not wearing a seat belt — Kentucky State Police, 2024 Crash Facts
- Impaired driving: 19% of 2024 Kentucky fatal crashes involved alcohol — Kentucky State Police



