Summary: According to Kentucky law, there are several avenues to get your medical bills paid when someone else is at fault while you wait to file a recovery claim. Personal injury protection, health insurance, medical care coverage and workers’ compensation are all available options to help pay your bills, even with pre-existing conditions, when you […]
Summary: Dog bites are on the rise during quarantine—most likely thanks to more time and stress at home, and less supervision from adults who are multitasking. If your child has been bitten by a dog, the most important thing you can do is get them prompt care from a medical professional. As soon as they […]
Summary: Just like an adult, your child is entitled to damages if they have been injured in a car accident. Because of their size, children can be gravely injured in motor vehicle crashes and need to be properly restrained to protect them. Airbags can be particularly dangerous for small children. Get your childthe medical attention […]
After an accident occurs, we have been told a long list of things we always should do; for instance, remain on the scene, seek medical attention, call the police, exchange information, take photographs, etc. But what about the things you shouldn’t do? One of the worst things you can do after an accident is talk […]
Summary: There’s no timeline for a personal injury case. A qualified attorney will help you determine the best time to file and guide you through the process. The balance of learning the medical prognosis of your injuries and filing within the statute of limitations is a delicate one. Contact McCoy & Sparks at (844) 4KY-WINS […]
Posting on social media has become a habit for many people; we like to share updates within our social networks about our thoughts, our triumphs, and our tragedies. However, posting on social media after an accident –whether a car accident or a slip and fall case–can be damaging to your personal injury case. Our advice? […]
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 […]
What you’ll learn reading this article: Car seats can save children’s lives in car accidents. Some manufacturers are producing unsafe seats, especially for side-impact crashes. You have rights against the maker of a poorly-designed car seat that hurts your child. Using a car seat reduces the risk of a child’s injury in a car accident […]
What you’ll learn reading this article: Kentucky has a very high rate of teen driver accidents. Teen drivers are more prone to severe accidents for a variety of reasons. You can pursue a claim for compensation after a teen driving crash. Did you know Kentucky is the worst state in the U.S. for teen driver […]
Summary: Riding your bicycle after a bike-car accident isn’t always “as easy as riding a bike.” Physical injuries can be quite serious but so can the emotional toll it has on you. How can you feel confident in riding your bike again? You can take steps like starting small, riding a stationary bike, riding with […]
