Recent Blog Posts
What Are Grounds for Divorce In KY?
In the state of Kentucky, divorce is limited to no-fault, meaning that the only ground for divorce in the state is if the marriage is “irretrievably broken.” In cases where one spouse claims that the marriage is broken while the other party does not deny it, courts will likely rule that there has been… Read More »
Teen Drivers and Distracted Driving
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… Read More »
Can I Modify My Child Support in KY?
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… Read More »
Burn Injuries – What You Need to Know
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… Read More »
Who is at Fault for a Left Turn Accident?
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… Read More »
Are Dog Bites Covered by Homeowners Insurance?
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… Read More »
Coping with the Holidays after a Divorce
Getting divorced is a major change, and one that has strong implications in many areas of your life. And when the holidays roll around, it can be one of the most difficult times of the year for someone who has recently gone through a divorce. There is a great sense of loss knowing that… Read More »
The Hidden Dangers of Parking Lots and Garages
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… Read More »
How Does Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Work in KY?
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… Read More »
Protecting Loved Ones from Nursing Home Abuse
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…. Read More »