When a vehicle driver engages in an activity that is unrelated to the actual operation of the car, it is known as distracted driving. Using mobile devices when driving and other distracting activities fall within the realm of distracted driving. In several studies, it has been shown that distracted driving represents a serious issue among […]
Child support payments are meant to cover the expenses associated with raising a child after the parents get divorced. A non-custodial parent who is required to pay child support generally cannot shirk their responsibility for any reason. At the same time, a child support order is certainly not set in stone. It can be modified […]
Burn injuries are among the leading causes of unintentional injuries and deaths in the country today. Every year, thousands of people are killed and tens of thousands more are severely injured as a result of burn injuries, many of which are caused as a result of someone’s negligence. Types of Burn Injuries Burn injuries can […]
Left turn accidents are notoriously common on our roadways. Reports from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) say that left turn accidents account for approximately 22% of all automobile accidents in the country. What Makes a Left Turn So Dangerous? There are a number of reasons why making a left turn is considered […]
There is absolutely no doubt that dogs make great pets. The United States has one of the highest dog ownership rates in the world – with over 60 million households owning at least one dog. At the same time, it is critical to remember that dogs descended from wolves and are perfectly capable of attacking […]
During driver’s education, we are trained to drive defensively and be continually aware of potential hazards along the roadways. But one thing driving instructors do not spend too much time on is safely navigating our way around parking lots and garages. Most of us presume that parking areas are fairly safe, but data from the […]
When someone is injured in a motor vehicle accident in Kentucky, one of the first things they need to do is file a claim with their auto insurance company. Kentucky is a “no-fault” state, which means that the Personal Injury Protection (PIP) portion of their insurance policy covers injured parties for medical costs, lost wages, […]
There are more than 15,000 nursing homes in the United States, and there are 284 in Kentucky alone. And according to a 2018 Lexington Herald Leader report, 43% of the nursing facilities in Kentucky received ratings of “below average” or “much below average” by the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services last year. These […]
Car accidents can be devastating, often resulting in widespread property damage and serious accidents. But even minor accidents can result in less noticeable injuries. Some of the most common examples include internal injuries and injuries to the neck and back. These types of injuries are not always felt right at the accident scene, and it […]
During divorce proceedings, various terms and conditions are agreed upon that are entered into the final decree. One of the most important areas that is covered during these proceedings is child custody. Kentucky now has a legal presumption that joint custody and equally shared parenting time is in the best interests of the child. The […]
