Real estate law is complicated because it is a patchwork of laws and legal precedents that can extend past the founding of our country. However, something that has been around from the very beginning is construction defects. From the very beginning, we needed...
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Are roads safer post-pandemic?
A worldwide pandemic saw fewer motor vehicles on the road. While roads and freeways were less-populated and free of traffic jams, many drivers saw the “new normal” as a reason to drive recklessly at excessive speed. Cambridge Mobile Telematics reported that distracted...
Guiding you through a medical malpractice suit
Medical intervention does not only occur when you are injured or ill. In some situations, medical care may be necessary to address the harms or issues caused by a misdiagnosis or medical negligence. Thus, some patients in Kentucky and elsewhere may experience...
Why is it important to update your will?
Your estate and the assets within it represent only part of your legacy. But these are legacies you want to preserve for your heirs and beneficiaries. And with a will in place, you need to be aware, alert and understand the importance of updating this critical legal...
Security deposits and landlord-tenant disagreements over damage
For many Kentucky landlords, a security deposit is required for tenants to rent the property. This is a protective device in case there are issues with the tenant’s behavior in causing damage or they do not pay their rent for the duration of the contract. While most...
Settling an estate during the Kentucky probate process
Having an established estate plan is extremely important for Kentucky residents. However, sometimes a family member or loved one passes away without a will, and their estate must go through the probate process. This involves appointing an administrator to handle the...
When insurance companies act in bad faith
If you have ever been in a car accident or a slip-and-fall accident, you know people act in bad faith. Negligent drivers and business owners lie and act in bad faith all the time. Indeed, it is one of the reasons dashboard cameras have become so common is because of...
How to choose the right business structure for your company
People starting businesses in Kentucky are usually concerned mainly about the product or service the company will be providing to the customers and clients. They also may be networking and marketing to find clients, customers and investors for the company. This is...
Revocable versus irrevocable trusts
Estate planning can come with many complicated choices. One of them might be whether you should set up a trust. If you do set up a trust, one of the key questions to resolve will be the difference between a revocable and irrevocable trust. Trust basics Both revocable...
What can landlords do if a tenant ignores the rental agreement?
In Kentucky, the relationship between people who are renting a home or an apartment and the owner of the property can be complex. If both sides adhere to the law, there should be no cause for discord. However, disagreements happen and can spark problems for all...