Key Points of This Article: Catastrophic injuries are devastating and leave the victim permanently impaired. Traumatic brain injuries are common types of catastrophic injuries. In Kentucky, you can file a lawsuit if an injury is catastrophic. Catastrophic injuries are often devastating and can permanently alter a person’s life, such as loss of hearing or eyesight,... read more
Key Points of This Article: Injured victims can file their claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Kentucky is a no-fault state, so victims can also choose to go through their own no-fault insurance coverage first. If my car accident claim exceeds my insurance limit, there are other options available. Most states have minimum coverage... read more
If you’ve experienced a personal injury that was caused by another person’s negligence, you may wonder if it’s possible for you to receive compensation from the at-fault party in court. You have every right to seek damage from the negligent party, but you need to be able to prove that their negligence directly resulted in... read more
When it comes to car accidents and personal injury claims, a common question clients have is whether or not the IRS can tax money received in settlement of their claims. So is a car accident settlement taxable? Unfortunately, there are types of damages recovered in car accident settlements that the IRS will tax, but there... read more
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are incredibly common in the United States and can leave victims with permanent limitations. Cognitive problems from a traumatic brain injury happen all the time. Some of the most common causes of TBIs include car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and bullet wounds. March is officially brain injury awareness month, and... 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: Slip and fall accidents can lead to severe injuries and can happen more often in the winter due to snow and ice. Property owners have a responsibility to keep their property reasonably free of hazards like snow and ice. Proving fault in a premises liability case is challenging and often... read more
First responders face risks to their health incredibly frequently. They put their lives on the line to protect and help others, and many are killed every year in accidents and deliberate violence. One notable source of injury and death results from irresponsible drivers failing to operate their vehicles safely while first responders are parked on... read more
Key Points of This Article: Faulty brakes, tire blowouts, and steering malfunctions are common causes of car accidents. Multiple parties but there are a primary three that can be held liable for a mechanical failure accident: The manufacturer, the mechanic, or the vehicle owner. Under comparative fault laws, more than one party can be held... read more
Key Points of This Article: Kentuckians often have several questions about determining their Social Security disability eligibility, how to apply, and how to appeal a decision. There are specific requirements to meet before being considered eligible for disability benefits, and an application with medical evidence must be collected to prove the injury has hindered the... read more
