If you have lost a loved one in an accident, you may be entitled to wrongful death benefits. While no amount of money can ever replace the loss of someone you love, the benefits from a wrongful death lawsuit with the help of Kentucky wrongful death lawyers can compensate you for financial and emotional losses, […]
If you were involved in a collision that left you with personal injuries, you’ll need to file a claim with the negligent driver’s insurance company. Insurance companies often request claimants to give recorded statements, but this statement can hurt your likelihood of recovering full compensation for your injuries. You should never give a recorded statement […]
It’s common to hear stories and see media coverage of individuals accomplishing heroic feats to rescue those in danger. And although these feel-good stories are entertaining and inspiring, those who attempt to help in emergency situations can sometimes be held liable for damages if something goes wrong. Fortunately, every state has some form of what’s […]
Though accidents involving multiple vehicles are common, there are actually more accidents that happen involving a single vehicle. Nationwide, 55% of all fatal accidents in 2020 were single vehicle accidents. However, just because there is only one car involved in these accidents doesn’t necessarily mean that the driver of that car is automatically the one […]
Hydroplaning is a serious danger posed to Kentucky drivers during rainy and inclement weather. Especially common in the first ten minutes of light rainfall because the rain mixes with oil residue on roads, hydroplaning occurs when roads become slick and difficult to navigate. Additionally, the accumulation of water on the road can cause a vehicle […]
Car accidents can be scary and overwhelming. As a result of the initial shock and trauma in the moments that follow an accident, it’s not uncommon for victims to make mistakes that can negatively affect their car accident claim. For example, some people will avoid calling the police because they don’t want to make the […]
One of the best ways to protect yourself from sustaining serious injuries in a car accident is to wear your seatbelt. Other than New Hampshire, every other state and the District of Columbia has some kind of seatbelt requirement for adult drivers and passengers in the car’s front seats. Additionally, 32 states also require backseat […]
There are many different types of pain that people can experience after a car accident. In the immediate aftermath, you can experience intense pain from serious injuries. Later, there can be continued pain as you heal from strained muscles, sprained ligaments, broken bones, and contusions. What is chronic pain? Chronic pain persists beyond the standard […]
Generally, when people think about who is at fault in a car accident, they assume that it has to be one or more drivers. Rarely do most people think about pedestrians causing car accidents, so when is a pedestrian at fault for a car accident? Insurance companies and courts can find that a pedestrian has […]
Losing a loved one is a devastating and traumatic experience, no matter the age of the victim or those left behind. At McCoy & Sparks, we understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one, especially when it is from an accident that could have been avoided. We can’t lessen your grief, but we […]
