Dog bites are exceedingly common in the United States. These attacks can leave victims with devastating injuries. Every year in the US, over 4 million people suffer from dog bites, and tragically, children make up 66% of dog bite victims. These attacks can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. Any type of animal attack is […]
A summertime fall can take you by surprise. After all, most people tend to think about falls as something that typically occurs in the icy winter months. However, slip and fall accidents occur all year long, and there are special risks to summertime activities to be aware of. If you were injured in a slip […]
Spinal cord injuries are one of the most serious injuries you can experience. And although they are sometimes associated with risky behaviors like skydiving or driving race cars, the spinal cord can be injured while doing everyday tasks. People have suffered spinal cord injuries from tripping and falling, being the victim of assault and battery, […]
An accident is an accident, right? No one wants to be involved in an accident, and no matter how or where it happens, the results can be frustrating and even disastrous to deal with. Though the general idea of an accident might stir the same feelings no matter what type of vehicles are involved, the […]
Every year, there are more than 150,000 traffic accidents in Kentucky, many of which lead to serious injury. If you’ve been injured in a wreck caused by another driver, you have the right to file a personal injury claim and recover compensation for your injuries. When filing a personal injury claim, you need to be […]
If you plan on filing a claim for an injury you sustained in a car accident, from a slip and fall, dog bite, or another personal injury, you need to be aware of the independent medical examination process. Personal injury claims frequently involve independent medical examinations, especially if the case goes to court. These examinations […]
What you’ll learn reading this article: Uber accidents are more complicated than regular car accidents. Rideshare companies often try to avoid taking responsibility but injured people still have options. A Kentucky Uber accident lawyer can help you pursue the compensation you deserve under the law. Ridesharing is one of the best ways to take short […]
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 […]
Everyone associates the summer months with relaxation, vacations, road trips, and spending time with their families. There are, unfortunately, hazards to be aware of that are more common during the summer than any other season. Research shows that, unfortunately, dog bites are among these hazards you should be aware of and that children are at […]
Surgeons and surgical staff members are required to provide patients with a standard of care. Surgeries can result in serious or fatal injuries, but that doesn’t inherently mean that medical malpractice took place. If a surgeon or another medical staff member doesn’t provide the standard of care for a patient resulting in injuries or death, […]
