Broadside collisions, also known as T-bone accidents, occur when one vehicle crashes into another vehicle’s side. After hitting the side of another vehicle, the two perpendicular vehicles resemble a “T” shape. These types of car accidents are especially dangerous given the angle of impact and reduced protection at a vehicle’s side. Broadside collisions frequently occur... read more
We’ve all probably enjoyed forensic documentary shows or courtroom dramas where lawyers call on an expert witness to help bring down the bad guy and save the day. But expert witnesses aren’t just for television procedurals. Lawyers and their clients hire and depend on expert witnesses all the time to help win their cases in... read more
It’s often surprising and frustrating to learn that your family doctor will not treat or evaluate your injuries following an accident. After a car accident or slip and fall injury, your family doctor who you’ve been seeing for years, potentially, might simply say no to treatment and evaluation. While such a scenario seems off putting,... read more
Key Points of This Article: Kentucky rules govern when pedestrians have the right of way on the road and when they don’t. Pedestrians can be found at fault for a car accident if they don’t practice a reasonable level of care. Even if a pedestrian isn’t struck by a vehicle, they can still be held... read more
Key Points of This Article: Drowsiness is a leading cause of car accidents. It is estimated that a significant number of accidents are related to drowsy driving—more than is actually being reported. Signs and symptoms that indicate extreme fatigue and drowsiness Drivers who are most at risk of driving while drowsy Pursuing personal injury claims... read more
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: 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
