Accident reports in newspapers across Kentucky often end with the statement, “Police are pursuing further investigation.” What exactly does this sentence mean? On many occasions, the sentence simply means that police are interviewing potential witnesses. On some...
Month: July 2019
Fatal accident in Pulaski County
We live in a beautiful area of the country, wonderfully less populated than many other areas. This gives us room to breathe and room to drive, but unfortunately, this does not inoculate us from the perils of the road. Indeed, every time we get on the road, we take a...
Authorities urge sober holiday driving to avoid car accidents
For those on Kentucky roadways, there are certain times of year that are more dangerous than others. The holiday season is one such time. This is true even with the current health situation radically altering travel plans and potentially limiting family gatherings....
Evidence used to prove your car accident claim
Even seemingly minor car accidents can result in devastating consequences that last a lifetime. Many accident victims file a personal injury claim against the negligent parties responsible for their accident in the hopes of recovering compensation for the injuries and...
Common causes of truck accidents
Before you can file a lawsuit following a truck accident, it is important to identify the cause of the accident and determine who should be held liable for the accident. There are many common causes of truck accidents including: Truck driver negligence (e.g. speeding,...
Common causes of motorcycle accident
In the event of a crash between a motorcycle and a car, it is the motorcyclist who is more likely to get severely injured. This is because the motorcyclist does not have the protections a motorist does—no air bags or bulky car frames to protect from sustaining...
How can drivers help keep motorcyclists safe?
Motorcycles accidents can cause serious harm and injuries to motorcycle accident victims. Drivers sharing the road with motorcyclists have a duty of care to help keep them safe and understanding how they can help do that is useful; it is also useful for injured...
Can I recover compensation if I was partly at fault?
The basic idea behind a personal injury lawsuit based on negligence is that a person who is injured in an accident caused by another person's carelessness should be compensated for their losses, and the careless person should be held accountable for their...
Drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as drunk driving
People rarely get enough sleep these days, so it is not surprising that many people are falling asleep behind the wheel of their vehicles or are unable to focus on the road due to a lack of sleep. Even just one or two hours of missed sleep can have catastrophic...
Left turns and pedestrian accidents
When it comes to pedestrian accidents, there are many risk factors that threaten the safety of those who walk, jog or even stand near traffic. Distracted driving, speeding, alcohol use and bad weather are associated with many pedestrian accidents, but there are other...