Scottsville City Worker Killed After Being Hit By Driver Kentucky State Police recently reported a two-vehicle collision in the city of Scottsville that caused the wrongful death of a waste collection worker. Preliminary investigation reports indicated that Kenny Manion, 58 of Scottsville was operating a 2011 GMC Yukon headed east on Locust Street when he... read more
New drivers have less experience on the road and may have never driven in certain conditions. This combination of inexperience , lack of judgment, plus nervousness means that young drivers are far more likely to be involved in car accidents. However, what does this mean if your vehicle is damaged by a car driven by... read more
Key Points in This Article: When is an unlicensed driver in an accident not fault? Fault depends on individual circumstances. Kentucky is a no-fault state, allowing accident victims to claim under their own PIP coverage when involved with an uninsured driver. Unlicensed drivers are only held liable for accidents if their actions, such as speeding... read more
Key Points of This Article: Risk of injury increases on Halloween. Slip and fall accidents, pedestrian accidents, and car accidents all happen more often on Halloween. A Kentucky personal injury attorney could help you recover compensation for a Halloween injury due to someone else’s negligence. Halloween is almost upon us! While you might be focused... read more
Key Points of This Article: Road trips are more dangerous during the summer. Traffic experts have designated the summer months as the deadliest days for drivers. Teen drivers are particularly at risk of being in an accident during the summer. Though summertime is one of the most loved times of the year, it is, unfortunately,... read more
Tractor Trailer Accident Lawyer in Owensboro, Kentucky Devastating injuries or the loss of a loved one in a tractor-trailer accident creates enormous stress for Kentucky families. Of course, the top priority should be healing, coping, and grieving. Unfortunately, the necessary next steps after a serious accident cannot be put off for very long. Financial burdens... read more
Semi-Truck Accident Attorney in Owensboro, Kentucky For over 50 years, the law offices of Rhoads & Rhoads have focused specifically on helping injured clients in Western Kentucky recover compensation for serious personal injuries. Their semi truck accident attorney has over 150 years of collective experience in personal injury and disability law. This expertise makes them... 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: Where roundabouts have been installed, motor vehicle crashes have declined by about 40%, and those involving injuries have been reduced by about 80%, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Modern roundabouts throughout Kentucky have been shown to increase traffic capacity through intersections by 30 – 50% while reducing congestion and... read more
Key Points of This Article: Traffic safety officials nationwide, including here in Kentucky, are pleading with motorists preparing for spring break vacations to respect traffic safety laws despite the appearance of fewer travelers on the road due to the pandemic. Weather, drowsiness, distractions, impaired driving, and inexperienced operators like teens add increased hazards to the... read more
