There has been an ongoing campaign to stop distracted driving, especially when that distracted driving involves the use of phones. For example, Kentucky has laws that prohibit most types of texting and driving, especially for this state’s youngest drivers. However,...
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Did distracted driving cause your car accident?
Distracted driving continues to remain a major problem in Kentucky and throughout the country. It is one of the main causes of serious or fatal car accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that almost 80% of accidents and 65% of...
Six-vehicle collision kills one, injures six
Multi-vehicle accidents involving semi-trailer trucks are relatively rare, but when two or more “big rigs” collide, the results are often catastrophic, as demonstrated by a recent accident on I-65 between Munfordville and Horse Cave. Media reports of the incident are...
Boone County DUI crash injuries three
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Kentucky and throughout the country. Drunk drivers put everyone else on the road in danger and sometimes this leads to catastrophic accidents. This was illustrated recently in Boone County when three people, including a Gallatin...
Kentucky’s comparative negligence law
Kentucky's comparative negligence law provides injured people a chance to recover compensation for their damages even if they were partly at fault for the accident that caused their injuries. Comparative negligence often applies in cases involving car accidents. In...
Disturbing statistics involving motor vehicle accidents
Driving a car is an everyday occurrence for most people in Kentucky, but usually we don’t appreciate the potential danger involved. Yes, we have all seen the aftermath of a car accident on the side of the road, but the reality is that motor vehicle accidents can lead...
Kentucky sees 30% rise in distracted driving auto accident deaths
The problem of distracted driving in Kentucky is getting worse. This is happening despite lawmakers, law enforcement and safety advocates pleading with drivers to be more vigilant behind the wheel. Several times, lawmakers have tried to formulate laws to prevent...
Recent multi-vehicle pedestrian accident in Newport
Many people visit Kentucky for its tourist attractions. Many more of us call this place home, settle down and start our businesses. But, no matter what draws you here, we are all vulnerable to dangerous roadways, which was demonstrated by a recent multi-vehicle...
How much can you recover from your personal injury claim?
In the days, months, and even years following your car accident, you’re going to have to find a way to make ends meet. Your medical expenses may far surpass your insurance coverage and your savings, and your lost wages can make it difficult to support yourself and...
Kentucky nursing home faces litany of mistreatment complaints
In Kentucky, when people think about medical malpractice or negligence, they will automatically focus on a misdiagnosis, giving the wrong medication or a surgical mistake. However, there are other ways in which people can be injured by medical professionals and staff...