What are Distractions While Driving?

Despite states passing laws to crack down on distracted driving, such as texting while driving bans, distracted driving remains one of the most common causes of car accidents.  In 2021, over 3,500 people were killed in accidents caused by distracted driving. Additionally, the Kentucky Department of Transportation released a report for 2020 that showed over […]

Common Back Injuries and Kentucky Workers’ Compensation

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries are among the top three most common types of injuries sustained in the workplace. These injuries can occur due to physical labor and repetitive movements or simply from strain while sitting or standing all day. Lower back injuries are particularly an issue in the workplace for […]

How to Increase Settlement Value in a Personal Injury Claim

If you’ve suffered from a personal injury that was caused by the negligence or deliberate wrongdoing of another party, you need to file an insurance claim or lawsuit to recover compensation. Unfortunately, many victims don’t recover the full damages they deserve. They may accept an insurance company’s low-ball offer or fail to present compelling evidence […]

What Does a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Payout Look Like?

When you lose a loved one due to someone else’s negligent actions, a law allows certain affected individuals to file a claim and collect compensation for their losses and suffering. These claims are known as wrongful death claims or wrongful death lawsuits. However, while a person might be entitled to compensation through a wrongful death […]

Steps You Should Take After a Kentucky Bus Crash

Most people are aware of what happens with general car accidents. But what happens when a bus driver crashes and causes an accident? Though bus accidents aren’t often discussed, they happen more often than you think, especially during the school year. But bus accidents don’t just happen with school buses, they can include metro buses, […]

What Steps Should I Take if I Am Injured at Work?

When you are injured at work, you are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits, which can include coverage for medical expenses and lost wages while you are recovering from your injury. However, the workers’ compensation claims process can be confusing if you don’t understand how it works. Below, we’ll review the most important steps to […]