If you are concerned about the well-being of a friend or family member residing in a nursing home, you may be looking into the process of filing a concern or complaint. This article provides guidance about how to report nursing home abuse and neglect in Kentucky.
After being in an accident that causes you injuries and damages, you might think that your physical recovery is all that matters. However, collisions can take a huge toll on your mental health as well. You could have trouble sleeping, be nervous to get back in a car, or suffer from other symptoms that show you’re mentally affected by the crash.
Even if the collision was minor, you could still be greatly affected mentally and emotionally from the experience, which makes it incredibly important to know how to recover.
Let’s take a look at how you can work towards mental and emotional recover after a car accident. (more…)
In this article we will provide an overview of the texting and driving laws in Kentucky, as well as state rules for mobile phone use while operating a motor vehicle. With further questions about Kentucky traffic laws or legal options following a car accident, reach out to an attorney with experience in car accident law, or truck accident law if your situation involves a commercial truck. (more…)
Speeding is one of the most common, and one of the most dangerous, behind-the-wheel behaviors. Driving too fast not only causes vehicular crashes, it also significantly increases the risk of fatalities in an accident. If you have been involved in a wreck with a speeding driver, you know the dangers of this risky and illegal action.
When you file a personal injury claim against a negligent party, you hope to receive full and fair compensation for the damages you sustained. As the plaintiff, you have been injured due to the fault of the defendant, and it is equitable that they compensate you for your losses. It is certainly a great relief when your case has been resolved and you are able to move forward with your life. The last thing you want to hear is that the defendant is refusing to pay you what you are rightfully owed.
If you have been involved in a crash with a large commercial truck, you need a lawyer with extensive experience in truck accident law. You need to know that you are backed by someone with expertise, someone who can leverage their skill to protect you and your loved ones. That is what a good legal advocate should do for our friends and neighbors here in Richmond. The right lawyer will work closely with each individual client, gaining a deep understanding of each case so the responsible party can be held accountable and the road can be a safer place for everyone.
Driving in Kentucky can be challenging, particularly when you are required to navigate crowded and often chaotic intersections. Because intersections bring opposing flows of traffic together in one place, involve multiple vehicles traveling at various speeds, and often include pedestrians and cyclists, it is not surprising that they are the site of frequent collisions.
When you have been injured in an accident, it is natural to want to reach a settlement (a formal resolution of your lawsuit) as soon as possible. As you are recovering from your injuries, you justifiably hope to expedite the legal proceedings so that you can return to your life and move past the incident. If you are like most people, the prospect of ending your ordeal with a quick settlement is an appealing option. (more…)
The COVID-19 pandemic utterly changed the landscape of the food delivery industry in the United States. As restaurants across the country closed their doors to in-house dining, the proliferation of food delivery drivers on the road illustrated the unanticipated spike in the food delivery business. Uber reported in 2020 that they had seen a tenfold increase in restaurants signing up to utilize the delivery services of Uber Eats. Other companies such as Grubhub, Postmates, and DoorDash, grocery delivery services like Instacart, and private restaurant delivery drivers became ubiquitous, and continue to operate in record numbers. The combined revenue of Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Postmates between April and September of 2020 was more than twice what it was for the same period in 2019.
For every personal injury case, there are various factors to consider and several important decisions to make. One major decision you and your attorney will need to make is whether to accept a settlement (a formal resolution of your lawsuit) or take your case to trial. Most personal injury cases settle before going to trial, but under some circumstances, it is advisable to take the case to court.
