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Request Free ConsultationIn most cases, an uncontested divorce in Kentucky takes at least 60 days after filing the petition. This waiting period is required by Kentucky law when the couple has minor children. Without children, the timeline may be shorter, but factors like court scheduling, document errors, and local rules can still cause delays. Working with an […]
Car accidents can leave more than just physical injuries. If you are dealing with emotional trauma, ongoing discomfort, or a reduced quality of life, you may be entitled to compensation. So, how much do you get for pain and suffering in a car accident in Kentucky? While there is no set formula, most settlements account […]
When a loved one passes away, one of the first financial questions families often ask is: How much does probate cost? Probate costs can vary greatly depending on the size of the estate, the county where it is filed, and whether a lawyer is involved. At a minimum, you can expect to pay court filing […]
If you are considering divorce in Kentucky, you may be asking yourself: What are the differences between a contested vs an uncontested divorce? The answer is important because the type of divorce you file for affects everything from how long the process takes, how much it may cost, and how stressful it could become. In […]
What you will learn from this article: When you suffer from an injury due to a workplace accident, the workers’ compensation system is designed to provide you with financial support while you recover from your injury. This financial compensation includes coverage for your medical expenses as well as a portion of the wages you miss […]
Summary: We think of speeding as negligent behavior, but the truth is that slow driving can be just as risky as driving too fast. Slow drivers can affect the safe flow of traffic, and Kentucky laws have been put in place to prevent these dangerous driving habits from causing accidents. McCoy & Sparks can help […]
Recent high-profile incidents of police brutality, especially the stories of police killings of unarmed Black Americans like George Floyd and Tyre Nichols, have shone a spotlight on the mental health effects of police violence. Repeated exposure to these traumatic events, both directly and indirectly through news and social media, has led many to wonder if […]
Internal injuries are most often related to the organs inside your body. These organs can become damaged and cause bleeding that can be quite serious and life-threatening, even if there is no external wound or sign of damage. One of the most common causes of internal injuries from car accident cases is the sudden impact, […]
A motorcycle accident can change your life. These accidents can cause unimaginable damage to your body, including serious back and spinal injuries. Back pain after motorcycle accident can be severe and debilitating. When you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, back pain can affect your quality of life, ability to work, and much more. If […]
When you finally reach a car accident settlement, the last thing you want is a surprise tax bill. You may be wondering, is a car accident settlement taxable by the IRS or the state of Kentucky? In most cases, compensation for physical injuries is NOT considered taxable. Still, some portions of a settlement may be […]
