Losing a spouse can seem unimaginable. It can seem like there are no answers to what you’re facing. But when their passing might be someone else’s fault, there could be compensation in play to help you move forward. The U.S. saw over 167,000 preventable deaths in...
Month: August 2020
Are rideshares a healthy option for getting home safely?
Rideshares have become a favorite pick for getting home safe after a late night. But when the threat of illness is always on the horizon, rideshare users may face extra challenges when it comes to deciding how to get home. The dangers of rideshares coupled with...
Teaching children how to be safe around dogs
Dog bites cause nearly $165 million every year in medical expenses. And while it may be adults that need to worry about those costs, it’s children that have to worry about the injury. Up to 75% of all bites happen to those 20 years old and younger, with children ages...
How do you pick the right nursing home for your family?
You want what’s best for the ones you love, but it can be difficult to find quality care. When you’re looking at options in a state that has trouble meeting government standards, getting them the help they need may start with educating yourself. Kentucky has a poor...
Damages in personal injury cases
When there's a lawsuit, damages might be awarded. Punitive damages are designed as punishment; they're awarded when someone is found at fault. Compensatory damages are awarded to reimburse people for losses and injuries. Some of these are economic and cover things...
How can parents protect their teenage drivers?
Protecting your children is a non-stop responsibility for you as a parent, and things only get harder as they grow older. Teaching them how to drive is a milestone for any family, but it doesn’t come without concerns. Teenagers are more likely to die because of a car...
What are some common causes of motorcycle accidents?
Motorcycles require a lot of you to operate safely. From training, alertness and preparation, it’s important to be ready. But it’s not always in your hands. That’s why it’s crucial to know who dropped the ball when it comes to your accident. Nearly 5,000 motorcyclists...
Commuter claims are stronger with the right photographic evidence
Driving may be part of your everyday life, but one mistake from another driver can turn that life upside-down in an instant. Setting things back the way they were is no small task, but you can take steps to help get things started. Serious injuries in a car accident...
Walkers need to take precautions when drivers don’t
Most everyone is a pedestrian at some point in the day. And during that time, there could be plenty of opportunities for catastrophe. Unfortunately, even if it is the vehicle’s fault, it’s often the pedestrian that has to focus on precautions. People traveling on foot...
Kentucky is the most dangerous state for teen drivers
Letting your children head out on the open road alone is an enormous exercise in trust. Not just in their ability as drivers, but also in the vehicles protecting them. Not every car is created equal, so make sure you know what they’re getting themselves into. Kentucky...