Adam W. Havens, Of Counsel

Mr. Havens is an experienced trial lawyer focusing on personal injury litigation. He has extensive in-court trial experience, having tried numerous medical negligence cases to verdict over the last 18 years. Additionally, Mr. Havens has experience with litigation involving insurance claims, premises liability, wrongful death, and products liability.

Prior to joining Whiteford, Mr. Havens was a partner in a professional negligence defense firm in Lexington, Kentucky.

Practices & Industries

  • Personal Injury Litigation

Admissions

  • Kentucky
  • U.S. District Court: Western District of Kentucky
  • U.S. District Court: Eastern District of Kentucky

Education

  • University of Kentucky College of Law, 2003, J.D.
  • University of Kentucky, 2000, B.B.A.

Recognitions

  • Kentucky Super Lawyers®, Lexington, “Rising Star” (2017)

Memberships & Activities

  • Member: Kentucky Bar Association
  • Member: Fayette County Bar Association

Legal & Firm News

Common Injuries from Commercial Truck Accidents and What They Really Cost

The heavier the car, the safer it is. That is a fact backed up by physics. Because a heavier car has more mass, it does a better job absorbing a collision’s impact. That translates into less force for the occupants of that heavier car. It also means that the heavier car can create more damage. […]

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Who May Be Responsible for a Truck Accident?

Unlike a routine fender-bender, truck accidents often involve a web of potential culprits other than the driver behind the wheel. Who may be responsible for a truck accident? From the trucking company to parts manufacturers and even cargo loaders, several parties may share responsibility when something goes wrong. Uncovering the truth requires more than a […]

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What To Do After a Commercial Truck Crash in Kentucky

Getting into a collision with a commercial truck can be more serious than a typical car wreck. There are often severe injuries involved and complicated legal issues that follow. You might feel overwhelmed and stressed in the moments and days after the collision. So, what to do after a commercial truck crash in Kentucky? These […]

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