Every year, semi-truck accidents cause around 100,000 injuries in the United States, and they also cause thousands of deaths annually. One serious contributing factor that can cause a deadly semi-truck accident is poor driver health. A driver’s bad health can directly cause an accident, and if you suffer from an injury caused by a driver’s... read more
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
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
Key Points of this Article: Reckless driving in Kentucky is defined broadly in KRS 189.290, but many different unsafe driving practices can fall under the umbrella of reckless driving. Basically, reckless driving is any driving that is “not in a careful manner.” In other words, reckless driving is negligent driving. If you are struck and... 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
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: Causes of chain-reaction collisions How liability is determined after a multi-car accident How an experienced attorney can help you gather evidence and prove fault to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve Chain reaction collisions involving multiple vehicles, also known as a pile-up, can result in severe injuries and other... 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
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
