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John H. Ruby & Associates is conveniently located in the east end of Louisville, Kentucky at the corner of Breckenridge Lane and Taylorsville Road and serves clients in Jefferson County, Oldham County, and surrounding counties.
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2950 Breckenridge Lane
Suite 13
Louisville, KY 40220-1462
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Do I Have a Slip and Fall Case?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesMost people have slipped or tripped and fallen at some point in their lives. These accidents can range from a minor embarrassment to something that causes severe and life-altering injuries. Occasionally, a slip and fall accident will occur on another person’s property. If this happens due to the carelessness or negligence of the property owner, […]
How To Avoid Distracted Driving
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesYou have probably heard the statistics on distracted driving and swore that you would never allow it to happen to you. The problem is that even excellent drivers with the best intentions can find themselves distracted on the road for just a few seconds. Unfortunately, diverting your attention from the road for any amount of […]
Six Things Drivers Do That Can Lead to Accidents
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesAs a motorist, it’s important to understand the leading causes of accidents so you can better protect yourself on the road. Although you can’t control the actions of other drivers, it never hurts to increase your awareness and defensive driving skills. Here are six of the leading causes of serious car accidents as outlined by […]
Are Courts More Likely to Grant Child Custody to Mothers Than to Fathers?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesParents who are seeking a divorce will need to come to a decision regarding many issues related to the marriage, most importantly, perhaps, who will have custody of a shared child and what the visitation rights of the other parent will be. When parents need to make a child custody decision, they are strongly encouraged […]
Creating a Parenting Plan
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesOne of the most difficult elements of a divorce settlement for parents who are separating is the creation of a parenting plan. These plans, which are not just reserved for divorcing couples, but all parents who are not living together, outline the basics of child care, custody, and decision making, and are enforceable once they are entered […]
What Should I Bring to My Initial Consultation about My Divorce?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesIf you are thinking about divorce or have initiated the divorce process, working with an attorney is one of the best things you can do, and is highly recommended. A divorce attorney can help to ensure that all loose ends in a divorce are tied, and that your best interests are protected as you negotiate […]
Divorce and the Holidays
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesAccording to experts, most couples avoid divorcing before or during the holidays for the sake of their children. For those who are divorced, the holidays can be a painful reminder of that separation and of one’s lack of partner, and may perhaps generate a lot of stress, tension, and emotion regarding the person with whom […]
Holiday Driving – Car Accidents and the Holidays
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesWhile the holiday season may be the jolliest time of year, it can also be the most dangerous for those on the road, with statistics showing that car accidents surge over the holiday periods. The rise in traffic accidents is contributed to intoxicated drivers, more drivers on the road in unfamiliar places, long-distance and nighttime driving, and […]
What Are The Economic Impacts of A Divorce?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThere’s no doubt that divorce impacts the financial lives of both spouses in a big way. Whereas the couple once pooled their money together to meet household and child-rearing expenses, they must now support two households on the same income. According to a recent report from the United States Census Bureau, the divorce rate in […]
Distracted Driving and Motorcycle Accidents
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) describes distracted driving as any activity a driver engages in that takes his or her attention away from the task of driving. The statistics show that distracted driving is a widespread problem. According to the NHSTA, driving while distracted causes an average of 337,000 injuries per year and […]