There are many people who ride motorcycles in Kentucky. There is a freedom associated with it that people do not experience when they are driving other vehicles. However, what allows for that freedom also means that people riding motorcycles have very little...
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Month: September 2021
Deadly roads in Somerset and in the rest of Kentucky
Earlier this year, researchers published rankings of the states with the deadliest roadways. Kentucky came in sixth. According to that report, for every 100,000 people in the state, Kentucky had 17.31 traffic fatalities. Unfortunately, these statistics appear to be...
The problem of uninsured and underinsured drivers
If you have been injured in a car accident caused by another driver, that driver's insurance should help pay for your medical expenses and other losses. That's how it should work, anyway. In reality, insurance companies often fail to pay or pay less than they should....
How to make sure evidence isn’t destroyed in your case
If you want to succeed in a personal injury claim following a serious car or truck accident, then you’re going to have to present persuasive legal arguments to support your position. These arguments need to be supported by evidence, which means that you need to be...
Report: Distracted driving is not just about mobile phones
A recent report from the Governors Highway Safety Association, or GHSA, a nonprofit group that advocates for the interests of states with respect to traffic safety, serves as an important reminder to everyone that distracted driving is not just about cell phones and...
Common causes for commercial truck accidents
The National Safety Council reported that 107,000 large trucks were involved in accidents involving injury in 2020. While no two accidents are the same, there are several common causes of accidents involving commercial trucks. Many of these causes relate to the...
The 3 leading causes of auto-bicycle accidents
Whether you live in a large city or a quiet town in rural America, a bicycle is a great way to navigate the streets where you live and/or work. It is wonderful to have a pleasant bicycle ride to get to work, or just to have some exercise and enjoy the scenery....
Taking action after a motorcycle accident
We are getting into the time of year when most motorcyclists are ready to get out on the roads regularly. In Kentucky, motorcycles are a common sight. However, in reality, sometimes other drivers simply are not aware of motorcycles on the roads. Yes, it is true that...
Older drivers and older vehicles
The age of drivers in Kentucky can range greatly. A motorist may be a freshly licensed 16-year-old or a well seasoned driver in their 90s. No matter the age of the driver, there is also a risk of a car accident each time they get behind the wheel. The level of that...
Pursuing a car accident claim based on negligence
Lawsuits based on car accidents are probably some of the most common civil cases filed in Kentucky. Each year, thousands of car accidents happen in the state and, fortunately, most are so-called “fender benders.” But, when a car accident causes severe injuries to...