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Posted on May. 10 2023 in Car Accident Information,Personal Injury Cases
If you or somebody you care about sustains an injury or property damage in a vehicle accident caused by the negligence of another party, you may be able to recover compensation. This compensation can come through an insurance settlement or as a result of a personal injury lawsuit jury verdict. However, you may be wondering how long it will take to recover compensation. Here, we want to examine the timeline involved in a Kentucky vehicle accident. It is important to keep in mind that no two accidents are exactly alike, so the timeline for your particular claim will look different than the timeline for another individual. Filing an Insurance Claim
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Posted on Apr. 1 2023 in Personal Injury Cases
Anytime an individual sustains a severe traumatic brain injury and experiences any level of coma, there is a good chance they will experience some sort of short-term memory problems. Along with feelings of disorientation, agitation, anger, and impulsiveness, individuals may experience a complete lack of disregard for social convention. All of this is part of the healing process after a significant traumatic brain injury, and it is commonly referred to as post-traumatic amnesia (PTA). What Causes Post-Traumatic Amnesia? Individuals typically sustain post-traumatic amnesia after they have already sustained a traumatic brain injury and been in a coma. When an individual sustains a brain injury and emerges from a coma, there
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Posted on Mar. 16 2023 in Personal Injury Cases
With the increase of what could be called “shipping culture,” we have seen that there are more and more commercial trucks and delivery vehicles on the roadway. Here, we want to discuss facts about commercial truck accidents. The reality is that, despite attempts to improve overall commercial trucking safety, these accidents continue to lead to significant injuries and property damage. How Much Do Commercial Trucks Weigh? As you know, commercial trucks weigh much more than traditional passenger cars. According to the Federal Highway Administration, a commercial truck fully loaded with cargo can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. As we examine the statistics in this article, keep in mind that the
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Posted on Feb. 8 2023 in Personal Injury Cases
If you are thinking about purchasing a motorcycle in the state of Kentucky, then you need to know the laws surrounding these vehicles before you do so. Failing to abide by the motorcycle laws set forth by the state legislature could result in significant penalties as well as create an unsafe riding environment. Age to Obtain a Motorcycle License In Kentucky, individuals must be at least 18 years of age or hold a valid operator license to apply for a motorcycle permit. If an applicant is under 18 years of age, they will need to have a parent or legal guardian willing to assume responsibility imposed through KRS 186.590 and design
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Posted on Dec. 7 2022 in Personal Injury Cases
If you or somebody you care about has sustained an injury caused by the negligence of another individual, company, or entity, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, recovering this compensation can be challenging, and we strongly encourage you to reach out to a skilled personal injury lawyer in Kentucky for help. Going to an attorney can be stressful, even if it is just for a free consultation. Here, we want to discuss what you can expect during your free personal injury consultation. When You First Visit the Office Most people do not go to an attorney’s office very often, so this can actually be intimidating.
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Posted on Jan. 4 2022 in Personal Injury Cases
Soft tissue injuries can lead to significant setbacks. This can include immense pain and suffering as well as major medical bills. Here, we want to discuss the steps you can take to recover compensation if your soft tissue injury was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual, entity, or company in Kentucky. You may be able to recover compensation for your losses through a settlement with insurance carriers or through a civil personal injury lawsuit. How Do Soft Tissue Injuries Occur? Soft tissue injuries occur when our body’s muscles, ligaments, or tendons experience trauma. Soft tissue injuries can include sprains, strains, contusions, tendonitis, bursitis, and more. These
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Posted on Jan. 4 2022 in Personal Injury Cases
If you or somebody you love sustains an injury caused by the negligence of another individual or entity in Kentucky, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, what happens if you were partially at fault for the injuries that caused your injuries? Here, we want to discuss how Kentucky handles partial fault when it comes to personal injury lawsuits. This is important information because other parties in the case could use claims of partial fault in an effort to lower the amount of money they pay you in a settlement. How Does Partial Fault Work in Kentucky? States around the US use various systems in order
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Posted on Dec. 1 2021 in Personal Injury Cases
If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity, then you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. The vast majority of personal injury cases in Kentucky are resolved through settlements with insurance carriers. However, there are times when a civil personal injury lawsuit becomes necessary. Here, we want to discuss the pros and cons of taking a personal injury settlement out of court as opposed to going all the way to trial. Pros of Settling Out of Court There are various reasons why settling out of court may be more beneficial to a
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Posted on Jun. 28 2021 in Personal Injury Cases
Anytime something major happens in our lives, the vast majority of us now reach to social media to talk about it. Try as we might to resist the pull of being connected through various types of apps, the reality is that most of us are connected and, dare we say, addicted to various aspects of the social media realm. Be it Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Snapchat, or another type of social media platform, clicking those little icons is like second nature for so many people. However, if you have been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of someone else, clicking on social media apps may be the last
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Posted on Jun. 28 2021 in Personal Injury Cases
Summertime means warmer weather and more outdoor activities. This also means holidays where individuals purchase and use fireworks to celebrate with friends and family. However, fireworks are essentially little explosive devices that can lead to severe injuries if mishandled. Every year, thousands of people sustain injuries due to the misuse of fireworks or faulty fireworks. Here, we want to give some top firework safety tips that could help you stay safe as you go through the major summer holidays. Additionally, we want to discuss some of the main personal injuries that individuals sustain as a result of firework usage. Good Fireworks Safety Tips to Keep in Mind Each Summer Always
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