When you are injured in an accident in Kentucky, you can file a claim with your own no-fault insurance to recover compensation. You may even be able to file a claim against another party, such as another driver, so long as they are the one responsible for the accident and your injuries. However, in either […]
Medical malpractice or medical negligence delay in treatment is a serious issue that is more common than you might think. In fact, medical errors, such as delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis, are the third highest cause of death in the United States. As such, it is crucial that patients understand their rights regarding medical malpractice misdiagnosis […]
The Holidays are in full swing — and while this generally means it’s a time of joy and giving, there can also be some downsides to the season as well. In particular, the holiday season often brings an increase in congestion. The stores are crowded, the parking lots are overflowing, and the roadways are congested, […]
Winter is here, and although this season is full of enjoyable festivities, it’s also a time in which many people suffer from serious personal injuries. The winter months are a time for dangerous hazards, including slick roads and walking areas, which can cause devastating slip-and-fall accidents. Avoiding slips and falls in winter is critical because […]
When you or a loved one are injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, such as a car accident, a bicycle accident, or a dog attack, you have the right to file a personal injury claim against the responsible party. Such cases are considered civil cases. When you file your lawsuit, you can […]
What you’ll learn from this article: What is distracted driving? It might seem innocent enough to take your eyes off the road for a moment while you check your phone or talk to someone in the car. But at 55 mph, just a few seconds of inattention is like driving the length of a football […]
When car accidents occur, it’s not uncommon for there to be multiple different stories about what happened. Unfortunately, your car accident claim could be negatively affected without accurate knowledge of what happened. When you file a claim after a Kentucky car accident to recover compensation for your injuries and other damages, your attorney and others […]
McCoy & Sparks is proud to announce that Mike Niemietz has become a partner in the law firm. Mike has been with the firm since 2014 primarily handling criminal and domestic cases, along with running an active civil and personal injury practice. Mike is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and the Nelson County […]
Reckless people often act without considering the consequences to themselves or others. When it comes to driving, reckless people cause wrecks. Kentucky revised statute 189.290 gives a broad description of what drivers should do to avoid a reckless driving charge: 189.290 Operator of vehicle to drive carefully. (1) The operator of any vehicle upon a […]
If you are involved in an accident with another driver, one of the first things to do at the scene (after calling 911) is to exchange information with the other driver. If he or she has been texting, driving under the influence, or made an obvious error like driving through a red light, you will […]
