About

Attorney John W. Byrnes brings a rare and powerful blend of legal wisdom and engineering expertise to every personal injury case he handles. Licensed to practice law in Kentucky, Florida, and multiple federal courts, Mr. Byrnes has built a reputation for delivering aggressive representation while securing life-changing results for injury victims across Kentucky.

A Unique Background in Engineering and Law

Born in Miami, Florida, and raised in South Miami and the Upper Keys, John Byrnes grew up immersed in a culture of athletics, community, and discipline. After graduating from Christopher Columbus High School, where he excelled in football and water polo, he studied engineering at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, earning his engineering degree in 1992.

His passion for innovation and precision led him to the University of Miami, where he obtained a Master of Business Administration. John then relocated to Kentucky to join GRW Engineering in Louisville, where he worked as a consultant to municipalities and major corporations. His projects included pipeline expansions for the American Water Company and fire suppression systems for the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center. He passed the rigorous Professional Engineering (PE) exam and has held his engineering license since 1998.

Transition to Law and Commitment to Justice

Driven to make a deeper impact on individual lives, John Byrnes obtained his legal education at the University of Louisville School of Law, earning his Juris Doctor in 1999. Since then, he has used his engineering knowledge to strengthen complex injury cases, particularly those involving technical liability or infrastructure failure.

Proven Success in High-Stakes Litigation

Over the past two decades, Mr. Byrnes has successfully litigated and settled numerous personal injury cases, including:

• Enzy v. Kidz University – Secured $4 million in verdicts for two children abused in a daycare facility.
• Pierce v. Rush Trucking – Resolved a complex trucking case and established long-term financial protections for the client through annuities and trusts.
• Puckett v. Airport Authority – Won a substantial settlement for a slip-and-fall victim, including bill repayment and a permanent annuity.
• Minor Child v. Hospital – Achieved a $1.3 million mediated settlement in a medical malpractice case involving failure to diagnose.
• Connie Oaks v. Wiley Sanders Trucking Co. – Worked as local counsel in a federal case that returned a $1.4 million verdict.
• Intersection T-Bone Collision (Hardin County) – Represented a client hospitalized with serious injuries, resolving the claim for policy limits.
• Head-On DUI Collision – Obtained full policy limits of $250,000 for a client injured by a drunk driver.

Dedicated to Client Recovery and Community Safety

Whether he’s representing victims of motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, trucking collisions, or medical negligence, John W. Byrnes uses every resource available to help his clients maximize their recovery. His deep understanding of both the legal and engineering aspects of complex personal injury cases allows him to uncover overlooked liability, challenge insurance company tactics, and present compelling evidence in court.

Contact Attorney John Byrnes Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in Kentucky due to someone else’s negligence, attorney John Byrnes is here to help. With a legacy of successful verdicts and settlements, and a dedication to client advocacy rooted in decades of experience, he is prepared to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

Call Kentucky Injury Law today to schedule your free consultation.