Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP

Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP: Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyers

Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP is an Indianapolis-based law firm dedicated to representing victims of negligence in Indiana. Founded in 1899, the firm states it has recovered more than $100 million in compensation for injured clients and families of those who died wrongfully. Its team of personal injury attorneys is led by Paul Kruse, Tony Patterson, and John McLaughlin.

Practice Areas

The firm focuses its practice on personal injury and wrongful death cases. Among the matters it states it handles are:

• Car accidents: rear-end collisions, head-on crashes, side-impact collisions, accidents involving distracted, drunk, or hit-and-run drivers, and claims against uninsured or underinsured motorists.
• Truck and motorcycle accidents.
• Catastrophic injuries: traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, amputations, burns, eye injuries, and birth injuries.
• Medical malpractice.
• Premises liability.
• Product liability.
• Dog bites.
• Wrongful death.

Case Results

The firm's website lists a selection of verdicts and settlements obtained in its practice. These include:

• $50 million in the Indiana State Fair stage collapse litigation, with a gross recovery of $49.65 million for the victims; partner Tony Patterson served as lead liaison counsel for the plaintiffs.
• $18.5 million verdict in a semi-truck accident involving multiple brain injuries.
• $7 million jury verdict in a medical malpractice birth injury case.
• $6 million settlement in a car accident case involving brain injuries.
• $5.5 million settlement in a rear-end semi-truck collision resulting in wrongful death.
• $4.5 million settlement in a rear-end semi-truck collision resulting in wrongful death.
• $2.5 million verdict in a rear-end car collision.
• $2.4 million jury verdict in a car accident case involving severe leg injuries.
• $1.6 million settlement in a semi-truck collision resulting in wrongful death.
• $1.4 million settlement in a head-on car collision involving personal injuries.
• $1.4 million settlement in a case where a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle, resulting in personal injuries.

History and Recognition

Founded in 1899, Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP has over a century of legal practice in Indiana. Over the past four decades, it has developed a practice dedicated to representing victims of negligence. The firm states that its attorneys have 75 years of combined experience and hold recognitions such as the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and inclusion in state Super Lawyers lists.

Team and Geographic Coverage

The personal injury team is led by Paul S. Kruse, Tony W. Patterson, and John M. McLaughlin. The firm operates from offices in Indianapolis and Lebanon, allowing it to handle cases throughout Indiana. Among the communities it states it serves are Indianapolis, Bloomington, Columbus, Fort Wayne, and Gary.

Client Service

The firm offers a free, no-obligation initial consultation to evaluate the case. The firm indicates that interested parties can call 317-505-1342 or send a message through its website with a brief description of their situation.

Offices and Locations

Indianapolis Office: 251 North Illinois Street Suite 1800 Indianapolis, IN 46204

Lebanon Office: 225 West Main Street PO Box 668 Lebanon, IN 46052

Chicago Office: One East Wacker Drive Suite 2600 Chicago, IL 60601