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Posted on Jan. 17 2023 in Blog,Car Accident Information
Whether you are operating a vehicle, a bicycle, or walking as a pedestrian, it is crucial to understand the right of way laws in Kentucky. Without properly understanding what to do in a right of way situation, accidents are bound to occur. Here, we want to discuss the right of way laws in Kentucky so you can keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Summary of Kentucky Right of Way Laws The right of way is basically a driver’s permission to proceed or a requirement to wait, depending on the situation. Understanding who has the right of way at various locations, including intersections, helps the flow of traffic and keeps
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Posted on Sep. 7 2022 in Blog,Car Accident Information
Many people wonder who pays for property damage in the aftermath of an automobile accident in Kentucky. It might be confusing, particularly because Kentucky is a no-fault state when it comes to auto insurance. This means that individuals usually turn to their insurance carrier to recover compensation for injuries sustained in an accident. Recovering compensation for property damage is determined by who caused the incident. If the Other Driver Caused the Accident If another driver is responsible for causing a car accident and the subsequent damage that occurs to your vehicle, then the at-fault driver’s insurance is the primary source of compensation recovery. Every driver in Kentucky is required by
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Posted on Jun. 14 2022 in Car Accident Information
T-bone accidents are one of the most common types of collisions that occur on Kentucky roadways. Unfortunately, these incidents can lead to significant injuries and extensive property damage. It is crucial to determine liability in the aftermath of these incidences so individuals can recover compensation for their losses. Here, we want to examine some T-bone accident scenarios and explore possible liability. What are Common Causes of T-Bone Auto Accidents? Determining fault in the T-bone collision is not always easy. In the aftermath of a rear-end collision, we can typically point to the rear vehicle and say they were likely at fault. However, T-bone collisions occur in a wide variety of
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Posted on Jun. 14 2022 in Car Accident Information
Getting into a vehicle accident can be incredibly scary and confusing. In the aftermath of the incident, individuals often wonder what happens when it comes to property damage compensation if the vehicle is not paid off. Here, we want to discuss what happens after a car accident when it comes to your property damage compensation as well as GAP insurance. Will The At-Fault Driver(s) Pay For My Loan or Leased Car? The good news is that you are not the only one in this situation. However, we have to pay close attention to whether or not an individual has chosen the no-fault insurance system in Kentucky or opted for the
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Posted on Apr. 26 2021 in Car Accident Information
Vehicle accidents regularly lead to victims sustaining brain injuries. Unfortunately, traumatic brain injuries often result in a person suffering from significant long-term complications that affect both their physical and cognitive well-being. Here, we want to discuss some of the most common brain injuries that people sustain as a result of car accidents in Kentucky. Anytime a vehicle accident occurs, a person runs the risk of sustaining some type of traumatic brain injury. Even collisions that occur at slower speeds still involve vehicles that weigh thousands of pounds coming into contact with one another. This often leads to a person striking their head on objects inside the motor vehicle. Additionally, the
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Posted on Jan. 28 2021 in Car Accident Information
Vehicle accidents are going to occur on the roadways throughout Kentucky. When an accident does occur, it is crucial there any driver or passenger involved ensure that they are medically cared for after the incident. According to the Kentucky Department of Transportation, there were more than 34,000 total vehicle accident injuries across the Commonwealth during the latest reporting year. However, many of these personal injury accident victims did not seek medical care. Here, we want to discuss whether or not it is a good idea to refuse medical treatment after an auto accident in Kentucky. Seeking Medical Care is Always Recommended One of the first steps that any person involved
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Posted on Dec. 30 2020 in Car Accident Information
The last thing any driver in Kentucky wants is to be involved in a vehicle accident. Unfortunately, vehicle accidents and collisions occur all the time throughout the Commonwealth. If you or somebody you care about has been involved in an auto accident, whether another driver was at fault or whether you were at fault, you are likely going to be dealing with insurance companies to resolve the incident. This also means you will have to talk to insurance claims adjusters. Here, we want to discuss what you should say and should not say to an insurance claims adjuster after a car accident occurs. Knowing some of these simple facts could
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Posted on Dec. 1 2020 in Car Accident Information
If you or somebody you care about sustains an injury caused by the careless, gross negligence, or intentional actions of another driver, you should be entitled to compensation for your injuries and losses. In most personal injury cases, there are various types of compensation that could be awarded, including economic and non-economic damages. This typically revolves around medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages. However, punitive damages can also be awarded in the aftermath of a Kentucky car accident. Punitive Damages Are Rare Punitive damages are a special category of damages in personal injury cases. These damages are not compensatory, which means they or not designed to compensate
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Posted on Dec. 1 2020 in Car Accident Information
If you or somebody you care about has been injured in a Kentucky car accident and are seeking assistance from a skilled car accident lawyer to help with your case, you need to be sure you make the right choice. Before you enter into any contract with an attorney at a law firm for help with your Kentucky car accident case, there are various questions you should ask to help you gain an understanding of the relationship and the path forward. 1. How Much Do You Charge? Most skilled and experienced Kentucky car accident lawyers will take these cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that the client will
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Posted on Oct. 26 2020 in Car Accident Information
The last thing anybody expects or wants is to be involved in a car accident in Kentucky. Unfortunately, auto accidents are not uncommon in this state. According to the Kentucky Department of Transportation, there were more than 158,000 total vehicle collisions reported across the state during the latest year of data we have available. These incidents often result in significant property damage and can cause serious bodily injury, which means that liability for the crash needs to be determined. Here, we want to discuss various ways that liability is determined in the aftermath of a vehicle collision in Kentucky. Is Kentucky a No-Fault Accident State? The most important thing to
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