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Study: Motor Vehicle Crashes on Kentucky Derby Weekends

News | April 26, 2021

*The map above is interactive and displays all collisions in Lousiville on Kentucky Derby weekend over five years. ***POST DERBY UPDATE: According to data reported to the Kentucky State Police, there were only 55 motor vehicle collisions during the Kentucky Derby Weekend in 2021 – that is nearly 64 percent fewer crashes than the five-year…

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Who’s Liable in a Ridesharing Accident in Kentucky?

Car Accidents | March 16, 2021

Ridesharing is a fast, affordable, and convenient way to get around Kentucky. Unfortunately, not all rideshare drivers are safe or responsible. An Uber or Lyft driver may cause an accident by texting and driving, driving drowsy, drunk driving, or other types of negligence. If you get into a ridesharing accident in Kentucky, find out who…

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Kentucky Car Seat Laws

Car Accidents | February 16, 2021

Correctly using a car seat can save a child’s life in an auto accident. Aside from being important for protecting a child from harm, car seats are also a requirement by law in Kentucky. Breaking Kentucky’s car seat laws could lead to a traffic ticket for the driver, serious or fatal injuries to the child,…

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What Are Future Damages in a Personal Injury Case?

Personal Injury | January 14, 2021

In personal injury law, damages refer to the compensation you can receive for your injuries and losses. Damages is a broad term that can include medical expenses, lost wages, emotional injuries and property damage. Damages can also refer to the future costs you will incur because of your accident. The goal of a personal injury…

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How Do Insurance Companies Investigate a Car Accident?

Car Accidents | January 12, 2021

Getting into a car accident unlocks what can be a confusing and difficult process for anyone who does not work in the insurance industry. Filing an insurance claim is not as simple as it seems. The insurance company receiving your claim does a lot behind the scenes to evaluate your claim – including attempts to…

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What Is Assumption of Risk in a Personal Injury Case?

Personal Injury | December 14, 2020

You may encounter a few challenges as the plaintiff of a personal injury case in Kentucky. One possibility is the assumption of risk defense. A defendant could use this defense to allege that you were aware of the risks an activity posed and agreed to participate anyway. The assumption of risk defense could reduce your…

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