What you will learn in this article: Despite what most people tend to assume, the driver is not always the one at fault when they hit a pedestrian. However, it’s also important to understand that even if a pedestrian is jaywalking, which is illegal, this does not mean they are automatically at fault either. Who […]
Eating while driving is exceedingly common in the United States. With our many fast food options and long commutes, it’s no surprise that most people consume food at the wheel on a regular basis. According to a 2020 survey conducted by the insurance company The Zebra, around 56.7% of Americans regularly eat or drink while […]
Statistically, driving on American roadways is one of the most dangerous things you can do. Yet the majority of us climb behind the wheel without giving it a second thought. Not giving it a second thought is also how accidents occur due to drivers being distracted while operating a vehicle. As technology becomes more and […]
On average, Americans are involved in about 6 million car accidents every year. Statistics from 2020 show that out of this average, about 1.6 million crashes resulted in injury. One of the most common injuries in a car accident is injuries to the hand. In this article, we will explore what kinds of injuries your hands […]
Every day, millions of Americans climb behind the wheel or into the passenger side of their car to commute to work, run errands, or embark on adventures. And while driving is an inherent part of our daily modern lives, accidents still happen. From fender benders to intersection t-bones, the road can be dangerous and unpredictable, […]
The workers’ compensation system is designed to help workers who become injured on the job. These benefits can pay for their medical expenses and lost wages while they are recovering from their injury. But what happens when a worker dies as a result of their injuries? Can their loved ones receive benefits instead? What do Kentucky workers […]
While the majority of crashes in Kentucky involve multiple vehicles, single-car accidents are still fairly common. Fortunately, those injured in these collisions can file a single car accident insurance claim to recover compensation for medical bills and related expenses. Although you can recover compensation for personal injuries, getting the money you need to repair your […]
Although motorcycles are enjoyable, bikers are more likely to sustain serious injuries in an accident than other drivers because they’re far more exposed. Any type of accident can put a motorcyclist at risk, but left-turn collisions are especially serious and result in hundreds of biker deaths in the United States every year. If you suffered […]
“What should I do if I am a passenger in a car accident?” This is a question commonly asked of personal injury attorneys. Despite not being the driver and lacking control in the situation, you may have found yourself in the midst of dealing with the consequences of injuries sustained in a car accident. It […]
What you’ll learn from this article: A pedestrian is no match for a vehicle during a Kentucky pedestrian accident. When a motorist strikes a pedestrian, there is an extremely high risk of severe injury and death. In Kentucky, pedestrian accidents account for more than 90 fatalities and 600 severe injuries every year. What would you […]
