Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of unintentional injuries in Kentucky. According to data provided by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, more than 670 people were killed in highway accidents in the Commonwealth in 2014. Many more people throughout Kentucky suffered serious injuries. In the modern world, employees are…
A motor vehicle accident can happen to anyone at any time. Even those who drive for a living are not immune to the damages and injuries caused by a car crash. Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft are growing in popularity. Many people use these taxi-like services to get…
While Kentucky drivers are required to carry bodily injury and property damage liability insurance, which is designed to pay for damages incurred in a crash, not all drivers operate in compliance with the law. There are many drivers in the Kentucky who drive without insurance coverage, posing a risk to…
If you were involved in a serious car accident, damages can be a major concern. You may have many questions, including, how much is my car accident worth? There is no magic formula that can easily determine how much money you will get. Car crashes can vary widely, depending on…
You are probably aware that you can be compensated for medical bills, lost wages and property damage from an personal injury claim. Those are all things that you can put a value on. But what about noneconomic damages—things that you can’t easily place a dollar amount on? You can receive…
In Kentucky, like most states, there are certain legal obligations that drivers must carry out if they’re involved in a car accident. Generally, you must report a traffic incident to police right away. Typically the local law enforcement agency will take a report. However, exceptions may apply under limited circumstances,…
The shock and chaos after a car accident can make it difficult to think clearly. It helps to be prepared, by keeping handy a list of the information you need to exchange with the other driver after an accident. You and your Kentucky car accident attorney may need to get…
If you’ve been involved in a hit-and-run accident, the offender can face criminal charges under Kentucky law. However, the fact that the wrongdoer may have to pay fines or serve jail time does nothing to help you recover your losses due to an injury. You may incur costly medical bills…
If you’re a victim injured in a car accident, you may sustain a number of losses as a result of the incident. Medical bills for treatment add up, you may be unable to work, and your relationships may suffer. Kentucky law allows you to recover compensation for your losses so…
Motorists in Kentucky have a legal duty to follow traffic laws and operate their vehicles safely. When a driver breaches this duty and causes an accident, he or she may be liable to pay compensation for the injuries that result. This general rule of law applies regardless of whether the…