Thomas K. Herren

Kentucky

Law Offices of Herren · Adams
148 North Broadway
Lexington, KY 40507
United States

Tel: (859) 254-0024

Email: tom.herren@herrenadams.com
Web: www.personalinjurylawyerkentucky.com

Thomas K. Herren is a distinguished trial lawyer with decades of experience representing individuals injured by defective products, negligent manufacturers, and other acts of wrongdoing. Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Attorney Herren is a founding partner of Herren · Adams and has built a reputation for tenacious advocacy in high-stakes personal injury and product liability litigation.

After earning his law degree from the University of Kentucky College of Law, Mr. Herren received board-certification in Civil Trial Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy in 1994, a mark of specialization and excellence in trial advocacy recognized nationally. Licensed to practice in Kentucky, he is admitted in state and federal courts, and is active in numerous legal organizations including the Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys, the Kentucky Justice Association, the Fayette County Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice.

Mr. Herren directs his practice to the representation of individuals and families who suffer severe injury or wrongful death. He has successfully tried numerous jury verdicts and multi-million-dollar recoveries— including punitive-damage awards affirmed on appeal—by holding defendants accountable and forcing insurance carriers to offer fair settlements.

Confident in his trial skills and prepared for rigorous litigation, Mr. Herren ensures that serious product liability cases are built on thorough investigation, high-caliber expert testimony, and full courtroom preparation. His clients benefit from a law firm that evaluates every case as if it will go to trial—and treats the threat of the courtroom as leverage at the negotiating table.

With more than 30 years devoted to trial work in Kentucky, Mr. Herren is recognized among his peers as a preeminent advocate in product liability and personal-injury litigation. He brings to each case a combination of seasoned trial tactics, deep familiarity with complex causation issues, and a fierce commitment to obtaining meaningful compensation for injured clients.

  • Elizabeth Watts, as next friend for Chad Watts v. Kentucky, S & H, a partnership 957 S.W. 2d 233 (KY, 97)
  • Tonya Oliver v. ——-, M.D. 117 S.W. 3d 661 (Kentucky App., 2003)
  • Timothy DeRossete v. Idab, Inc. Unpublished affirmed appeal, 1992
  • Tina Bryant, et al v. Mid-states Plastics, 245 S.W. 3 d 728 (Kentucky, 2008)
  • Walter McKinney v. Ky Farm Bureau Ins., 831 S.W. 2d 164 (Kentucky, 1992)

At Herren · Adams, we represent individuals in Lexington and across Kentucky who have suffered serious injuries due to poorly designed, improperly manufactured, or dangerously marketed products. And with over 35 years of experience fighting for injured Kentuckians, our team is here to hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable when their products cause harm.

We also understand the frustration and shock that follows an injury caused by something you trusted — whether it’s a vehicle, a tool, a medication, or a product you use every day in your home. That’s why we work tirelessly to ensure our clients receive full and fair compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial toll these injuries create.

When you choose us to handle your defective product case, you’re getting:

  • Decades of personal injury experience focused solely on fighting for the injured
  • Trial-tested lawyers who are prepared to go up against large corporations and insurance companies
  • Hands-on legal support, with your case managed by a seasoned attorney — not handed off to an assistant or junior associate
  • Access to trusted experts, including engineers, medical professionals, and product analysts
  • Contingency-based fees, so you don’t pay unless we win

We’ve built our reputation on doing right by our clients and doing what it takes to get results. If you’ve been injured by a dangerous or defective product, let us help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

At Herren · Adams, we understand what’s at stake when someone else’s negligence changes your life in an instant. From a car accident on New Circle Road to a fall at a local business in downtown Lexington, we’ve seen how quickly injuries can turn everyday life upside down. If you’re searching for experienced, committed personal injury lawyers in Lexington, KY, you’ve found a team that doesn’t back down.

For over 35 years, our focus has been on getting justice for injured Kentuckians — one case at a time. We don’t dabble in personal injury law. We live and breathe it. And when you work with us, you’ll see right away why our record of courtroom victories and high-value settlements stands out across the state.

Getting fair compensation after an injury isn’t just about the money — it’s about getting your life back. Whether it’s covering medical bills, lost wages, long-term therapy, or pain and suffering, we fight to make sure you get what you truly deserve. And when insurance companies try to minimize or deny your claim? We push back—hard.

We’ve secured significant verdicts for injury victims in Kentucky, including $2 million and $1 million awards for clients injured in serious car accidents. Our aggressive, trial-ready approach means we’re always prepared to take a case to court when negotiations fall short.

We’ve built a reputation in this city for taking tough cases and turning them into wins — and we’d be honored to do the same for you.

“Widely regarded as a go-to advocate for complex personal injury and defective-product cases, Tom Herren is a formidable trial lawyer known for his meticulous preparation and unwavering commitment to his clients.”
The Product Liability Lawyers, 2026