Key Points of This Article: How to determine who is at fault in an intersection accident The leading causes of intersection accidents Common injuries sustained from intersection accidents Steps to take following an intersection accident Intersections are designed to allow for the flow of multi-directional traffic, making it easier to connect not only drivers, but... read more
Key points of this article: The importance of documenting your accident by taking multiple photographs at the scene The types of photos to take What to do if you are too injured to take photos Subsequent photos that could prove helpful Suppose someone has just smashed into the back of your car at a red... read more
Key Points of This Article: Crash data from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration shows that around 1/3 of all motor vehicle crashes in the U.S., including those resulting in serious injury or fatality, will have speeding or speed-related aggressive driving involved. Nearly 70% of Kentucky’s fatal and severe crash injuries cited with aggressive... read more
Key Points of This Article: According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, around 40% of accident victims in a frontal collision suffer leg injuries, including hip fractures. After a crash, hip and leg pain can cause muscle stiffness, fluid in the joints, limited motion, and intense discomfort when sitting or sleeping. Feeling no pain at the time... read more
Key Points of This Article: Popular ride-hailing services provided by companies such as Uber and Lyft are expected to getting busier and more competitive across Kentucky. Providers in Paducah, Owensboro, and Madisonville have said there is a shortage of rideshare vehicles caused by coronavirus challenges, which could cause even seasoned drivers to be a bit... read more
Key Points of This Article: Motor vehicle crashes present a greater risk to teens’ lives (from age 15 to 18) than all other types of injury, disease, or violence. The 100 deadliest days on U.S. roadways begin in June thru August, marking the time frame as the 100 deadliest days of the year for fatal... read more
Key Points of This Article: According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, alcohol-impaired drivers represent about 12% of those killed in Kentucky fatal crashes and contribute to nearly 20% of all alcohol-impaired-driving fatalities each year. On average, men are more likely than women to be involved in fatal DUI crashes, and for every four... read more
Key Points of This Article: In Kentucky, distracted driving results in over 50,000 crashes and nearly 200 deaths each year. Nearly 80% of crashes and 65% of near-crashes involve some form of distraction within three seconds before the event. Talking on a cell phone – even hands-free – or texting or programming an in-vehicle infotainment... 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 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
