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Posted on Dec. 12 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
Working in a position that requires you to climb a ladder or scaffolding is a potentially dangerous position. Depending on the project, the height of the scaffolding and the distance that you climbed, you may face major injuries that are expensive to treat. After you fall from a ladder or scaffolding at work it may be time to seek the help of a Louisville personal injury attorney to file an appropriate claim against your employer. Personal Injuries That May Occur Depending on your job and position, the injuries that you may reasonably be expected to face may vary. In the case of construction or engineering work, it is possible that
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Posted on Dec. 9 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
Pedestrian accidents include incidents where individuals are hit by motor vehicles or are harmed by improper walkway conditions. Reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association estimate that around 5,000 pedestrians die in motor vehicle related accidents every year- over 78,000 pedestrians suffer from severe injuries due to these accidents. The number of pedestrian accidents that occur each year are staggering. Last year alone there were 1,035 reported accidents with pedestrians in Kentucky, and 351 in Louisville alone. These accidents lead to 891 total injuries, as well as 47 that involved fatalities. While the number of Louisville car accidents saw a decline in 2018, pedestrian accidents still pose a grave
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Posted on Oct. 18 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
This is an interesting question we sometimes receive from injured parties. To clarify: if an individual is drunk or has been drinking alcohol and then is injured due to another person’s negligence, is the negligent party still at fault? From our experience, we know that the legal definition of negligence may be confusing to some people. To clarify matters, negligence is any form of conduct that does not live up to the accepted standards of behavior established by law to protect others against unreasonable risk or harm. The Meaning of Negligence A person can be described as negligent if he or she has deviated from reasonable conduct that is expected
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Posted on Oct. 16 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury cases are each unique and there is no easy answer as to how much an individual case is worth. Each case must be evaluated on its own merits and a number of factors go into determining how much you may be able to collect. This is why it is essential to hire a Louisville injury lawyer to help you navigate the legal process. In addition, Kentucky is a comparative negligence state meaning your final claim may be reduced by any portion you are deemed to be responsible for your injuries. Some of the factors that go into determining the ultimate value of your Louisville personal injury claim include:
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Posted on Sep. 4 2013 in Medical Malpractice Cases,Personal Injury Cases
One of the most devastating diagnoses a parent can receive is that of cerebral palsy. Unfortunately, initial symptoms can vary greatly and in some cases, they may be similar to other diseases. Common symptoms include: Stiff muscles – muscles appear rigid and may even be slightly spastic Coordination – children may display signs of ataxia or lack of coordination Slow development – some children display late development such as crawling, sitting or pushing themselves upwards Any time you, as a parent, see any of these signs, it is imperative you speak with your pediatrician. They can order specific tests including MRIs, CT scans and ultrasounds to help determine the problem.
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Posted on Sep. 3 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
Two simple words, oxygen deprivation can and should strike fear into new parents. Oxygen deprivation during childbirth is can be caused by a number of factors and if not identified quickly, can lead to a whole host of problems including mobility issues, autism and cerebral palsy among other problems. What many parents wonder is what causes oxygen deprivation during birth. The answers are complicated and frightening and unfortunately in some cases, can occur without anyone realizing there is a problem. If you encounter any issues during the birth of your child, contact our Louisville birth injury attorneys immediately. Asphyxia (or lack of oxygen) causes a whole host of issues and
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Posted on Jul. 16 2013 in Personal Injury Cases
What you need to do in the event of a dog bite Dog bites are devastating and if not properly cared for can result in life-long physical scars. When a child or an adult is bitten by a dog not only will they have physical damage but in many cases, they may suffer from long-term psychological problems that may require professional help. However, there are some things you need to do immediately following a dog bite to stem bleeding and potentially minimize potential scarring. Clean the wound immediately – any wounds from a dog bite should be cleaned immediately with warm water and a clean facecloth or other soft cloth.
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Posted on Sep. 28 2012 in Personal Injury Cases
Researchers at the University of Manchester have developed a so-called “magic carpet” that is made with fiber-optic cables. The carpet can detect when a person has suffered a fall accident, and can also be used to detect conditions that could possibly lead to a fall accident in the future. The carpet is made of plastic optical fibers. When a person walks on this carpet, the fibers relay this information to a computer. The computer uses this data to map the persons walking patterns. There are tiny sensors that are installed at the edges of the carpet, and these transmit signals to a main computer, which can then analyze minute changes in a
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Posted on Jul. 16 2012 in Personal Injury Cases
While some accident claims can have a clear guilty party, other cases may involve a more extensive look into evidence to find the whole truth. With the help of an experienced Louisville accident lawyer, DNA evidence can be used as a tool to finding the at-fault party or individual. Sometimes DNA from a traffic violation or accident can lead the police to finding someone responsible for a crime or accident. According to The Herald-Dispatch, DNA from a traffic violation led police to arrest a person for murder in the 2002 slaying of a western Kentucky woman. The victim of the crime had been driving home to Kentucky from Florida when her body
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Posted on Jul. 16 2012 in Personal Injury Cases
According to WAVE3.com, on July 3, 2012, in Elizabethtown, KY, a large truck, loaded with construction equipment, crashed through a baseball field. According to the Hardin County Sheriff’s Department, no one was in the truck when it went loose and rolled onto the EABC fields in Elizabethtown. No one was physically injured, but property damages estimated between $15,000 and $20,000. What is a Negligence Claim? Everyday vehicle crashes are typical negligence claims. To establish negligence, a plaintiff needs to show a breach of duty that is the actual and proximate cause of damages with no defenses. To establish duty, some states require a defendant to owe a duty only to
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