Almost 2 million Americans suffer from some form of arthritis every year, so if you are experiencing the painful symptoms of this autoimmune disorder you are not alone. Arthritis, formally referred to as rheumatoid arthritis, is an autoimmune condition that causes the victim’s body to attack itself, causing inflammation in their joints. This inflammation usually... read more
Tailgating is a significant problem in both Kentucky and the rest of the United States. Aggressive drivers often follow closely behind other vehicles in order to prompt them to drive faster. And if a driver then needs to make a sudden stop, the result is a rear-end crash. If you’ve been involved in a tailgating... read more
Most people (even those who text and drive themselves) are aware that distracted driving is dangerous. For example, there were 961 collisions in Kentucky where cell phone use was cited as a factor in 2020. The number of Kentucky crashes where distracted driving was cited as a contributing factor was even bigger: 4,564. Distracted driving... read more
Key points of this article: There are two main types of traumatic brain injuries after a car accident: open and closed TBIs can have far-reaching and permanent effects on the victims of car accidents and their families If you have suffered a brain injury after a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation What... read more
Key Points of This Article: Dash cam footage can benefit your personal injury case, but it can also be used against you. Dash cams are legal in Kentucky. You should always review your case and any dash cam footage with an attorney before submitting it for evidence. Dash cams are becoming increasingly common amongst drivers... read more
Key Points of This Article: In 2020, there were 905 construction zone crashes in Kentucky, resulting in 228 injuries and six fatalities. The majority of victims in work zone crashes are motorists who suffer injuries like whiplash, traumatic brain injury, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The symptoms of motor vehicle accident injuries, serious or seemingly minor,... read more
Key Points of This Article: In 2019, approximately 90% of all fatal crashes involving large trucks in Kentucky occurred in rural areas or Interstate highways, similar to those found in Boone, Daviess, and Clark counties. Trucking companies sometimes ignore regulations designed to minimize dangerous travel and push aside safety to ensure on-time deliveries. Semi-truck operators... read more
Key Points of This Article: There are 200,000 Americans under the age of 65 living with Alzheimer’s today, and Early Onset Alzheimer’s is a progressive, terminal disease, which cannot be prevented, cured, or even slowed. In Kentucky, more than 75,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s disease – the most common form of dementia. Social Security benefits are very... read more
Key Points of This Article: There has been a surge in reckless driving accidents impacting pedestrians during the COVID- 19 pandemic, causing alarm for motorists to become more aware and do all they can to avoid a crash with other road uses, including pedestrians. Whether you are commuting to work or school on foot, out... read more
Key Points of This Article: The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released new data showing that women are much more likely, by nearly 75%, to be injured more severely if involved in a car accident. Kentucky State Police reported in 2019 that women are at greater risk than men for being seriously injured in... read more
