The winter months in Kentucky can be incredibly dangerous for both motorists and pedestrians. Slick roads, sidewalks, entrances, driveways, and other surfaces pose a serious threat to walkers. Although some people associate slip and falls with minor injuries, they can lead to serious injuries such as back injuries, brain or head injuries, and paralysis. Slip […]
There are many unknowns in the event of a personal injury case. Car accidents, slip and falls, and other traumatic events causing personal injury may have lingering side effects. In a worst-case scenario, victims may even suffer from their accidental injuries for a lifetime. In Kentucky, accident victims may have the right to extended compensation […]
What you’ll learn reading this article: Toys hurt hundreds of thousands of children every year. You might be able to hold the manufacturer accountable for your losses. The holidays are a time of joy and good cheer, especially for kids receiving toys as gifts. But what happens when a dangerous toy causes a personal injury? […]
An emergency room is somewhere people go in the worst and most vulnerable moments of their lives. They hope to be healed and rescued — oftentimes, saved. Unfortunately, mistakes can happen in these environments and the stakes are high. Although you would think an emergency room would be the very safest place for you, ironically, […]
When it comes to personal injuries, the severity of the injury can range from minor to catastrophic depending on the accident and circumstances. While minor injuries can be inconvenient, the sufferer is often able to heal and return to their normal life after a reasonable amount of time. Catastrophic injuries, however, are so severe that […]
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another person, you may be overwhelmed with questions about where to turn and what to do next. Who is responsible for your medical expenses? What about lost wages due to your injury? Is there any hope of being […]
Summary: Incarcerated people face dangers from other inmates, guards, and their environment. When an incarcerated person is hurt, they have rights and often need legal representation. Here in Kentucky, about 41,000 people are incarcerated and 89,000 people will book in and out of our local jails in an average year. These incarcerated people face a […]
Summary: A traumatic brain injury can change your life forever because it’s often permanent. The long-term effects of TBI not only effects you physically, but emotionally, interpersonally, financially, and professionally. When someone is slammed around or crushed by the impact of an accident, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) will sometimes result. Traumatic brain injuries are […]
While the Kentucky personal injury statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in Kentucky is one year from the date of the injury, there are many exceptions to this rule. Understanding just how the statute of limitations works is essential to seeking compensation for your Kentucky personal injury. Breaking Down the Statute of Limitations […]
What you’ll learn reading this article: Certain Nelson County locations present a risk of falls. Be cautious in five places you commonly visit in your daily life. If you slip and fall, you can sue for injury compensation. Everywhere you go, there’s a risk of slipping and falling. Slip-and-fall accidents happen in a wide variety […]
