LOUISVILLE PERSONAL INJURY BLOG
Tips for avoiding distracted driving
It can be hard to ignore a ringing phone or the ding of a text message. Unfortunately, too many people in Kentucky and across the U.S. try to handle multiple tasks at once, including cellphone use while driving, causing catastrophic car accidents. How big is the distracted driving problem? According to Kentucky State Police, the […]
What to know about driving near semi-trucks
Commercial trucks weigh thousands of pounds more than passenger vehicles, which can spell disaster for the smaller vehicle if the two crash. While there are preventive measures a truck driver can take to keep the road safe, there are also things that drivers of passenger vehicles can do. Because the rate of truck accidents is […]
Asbestos ban currently held up in U.S. Senate
Asbestos exposure causes more than 40,000 deaths each year in this country, according to the chair of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee. But a recent bill to ban most uses of asbestos has stalled in the U.S. Senate. Asbestos use has not stopped Asbestos is still being used in this country in […]
Work zone accidents are on the rise in Kentucky
Road construction and passing automobiles can combine to cause serious motor vehicle accidents. Even though drivers are expected to understand the importance reducing their speed in work zones and giving workers enough space, work-zone accidents are troublingly common. Kentucky emphasizes worker safety Road worker safety is a state priority. The Commonwealth and the Kentucky Transportation […]
Who is to blame for deadly truck accidents?
Large trucks on the highway are a common sight with all the interstates running through Kentucky. While most interactions with truckers are uneventful, it only takes one mistake to make an incident unforgettable. Over 10,000 trucks were part of a wreck in 2018, according to the most recent report from the Kentucky Transportation Center. Around […]
What flimsy excuses won’t hold up after a drunk driving accident?
When you’re in an accident with a drunk driver, they may be responsible for covering some of your costs. Medical costs, lost wages and damaged property might all be on the line. With so much at stake, a driver might try to lean on old myths to talk you out of involving the authorities. Kentucky […]
3 steps to protect your children after a dog bite
Dog bites can happen fast. One minute your child is with a friendly dog, and the next the animal has done serious damage. It may seem impossible to perfectly handle the ensuing situation, but the closer you get to the right moves could make a big difference in how the situation turns out. Almost 340,000 […]
How can you spot elder abuse?
Getting the proper healthcare for your loved ones can be constant work, especially when the odds are stacked against you. Kentucky isn’t winning many awards when it comes to a vulnerable older generation, and it may fall to you to make sure your family is getting the help they need. The elderly population in Kentucky […]
How truckers can effectively fight fatigue
Fatigue, which drivers in Kentucky may only deal with on occasion, is like a constant companion for the average truck driver. Truckers work long, stressful hours and have few opportunities to exercise, so the need to address drowsiness is more pressing with them. The following are some tips for minimizing drowsiness. Sleeping six to eight […]
What can I do after I lose my partner?
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 2018, a number that has increased by 93% since […]