Entries by John H. Ruby & Associates

How Mediation Differs from Litigation During a Kentucky Divorce

Filing for divorce is undoubtedly one of the hardest decisions you might ever have to make. While nothing can take away the pain of ending your marriage, you can certainly make the process less stressful by choosing mediation over litigation. How Does Mediation Work in a Kentucky Divorce? Divorce mediation is a cooperative process in […]

Why Planning for Incapacity Is Essential

A carefully formulated estate plan involves preparing for both the expected as well as the unexpected, including such possibilities as incapacitation. Effective incapacity planning is a must not just for seniors but for everyone, as an injury or illness can befall at any time regardless of your stage in life. Consult with a dedicated Kentucky […]

How Are My Lost Wages Proven in a Personal Injury Case?

In a personal injury compensation claim, the at-fault party or their insurance company is legally liable to pay monetary compensation to the plaintiff, provided their negligence and its connection to the victim’s injuries is established. The damages received by the injured party is broadly divided into two categories: Insurance companies usually try to protect their […]

Everything to Know About Bankruptcy & Divorce

Divorce is an arduous process that can play havoc with your emotional and mental health in more ways than one. You can well imagine the additional stress that a simultaneous bankruptcy filing can bring with it. More often than not, divorce can also become the main cause for filing bankruptcy due to its disruptive effect […]

Estate Planning for Single Parents

Estate planning is an important part of organizing for a secure financial future for everyone, but especially for single parents. Single parents encounter many estate planning issues that are unique to their situation. Single parents usually accord the highest priority to the protection of their children, because the children are more vulnerable with no second […]

How Are Pain & Suffering Damages Calculated in a Personal Injury Case?

An accident caused by someone’s negligence or wrongdoing may result in pain and suffering for the victim in the form of physical injuries, lost earnings, property damage, and trauma. The victim is legally entitled to bring a personal injury lawsuit against the negligent individual or entity and claim financial damages for their pain and suffering.   […]

When You’re Getting Divorced, And You Have Special Needs

There are, unfortunately, several medical afflictions related to physical, behavioral, and developmental disorders that affect children, and alter their needs as they grow. While some children may be born with special needs, others may face challenges later in life. While divorce is always arduous and stressful, a divorce that involves children with special needs may […]

What Are the Most Common Causes of Head-On Collisions?

Most car accidents are minor in nature, but head-on collisions can be devastating – especially when they occur at higher speeds. Head-on collision victims often end up with debilitating injuries, facing enormous challenges like lengthy intensive care, enormous medical expenses, and loss of income. These losses can threaten the financial security of an accident victim’s […]