When a car accident happens, most drivers assume that they will exchange insurance information with the other person involved. In Kentucky, drivers are required to carry the following minimum insurance coverage: $25,000 for the injury or death of one person in an...
You Need A Hatfield On Your Side!
Uncategorized
Fatal auto accidents from dangerous driving rise
In Kentucky and across the United States, people have been forced to adapt in a variety of ways due to the ongoing health crisis. In addition to the pandemic making it necessary for people to change their work habits, have children take part in remote learning and...
Understanding Kentucky bike laws
While automobiles are a primary source for transportation in Kentucky, this is not the only way to get around. Many rely on bicycles to get around, causing bikers to travel near or right next to automobile traffic. This can be problematic, especially when motorists...
Understanding accident reconstruction
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...
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...