Every driver on the road has a responsibility to themselves, their passengers and every other driver to drive as safely and attentively as possible. Kentucky ranks as one of the top five states for distracted driving. Most accidents caused by distracted driving...
Year: 2021
Driving defensively can avoid accidents
The concept of driving defensively has long been established as a method of avoiding auto accidents in Kentucky. It encompasses going beyond the rules of the road and making a few adjustments while driving to make yourself an even safer driver. There is no substitute...
Will car accidents spike during the holidays in Kentucky?
That is what local officers are worried about. In a recent news interview, Kentucky enforcement officers stated that they are planning to be “out in force” over the holidays because they are concerned that there will be a surge of drivers this holiday season. They are...
Differences between health insurance and workers’ comp insurance
There is no such thing as too much insurance, but there are certain situations where one policy applies that another may not. This is exactly the case with personal health insurance and workers' compensation protection in Kentucky. All employers who provide health...
The facts about car accidents in Kentucky in 2020
The governor of Kentucky has issued a report about all the car accidents that happened in the commonwealth in 2020. The report has a lot of information about auto accidents: where they happened, why they happened, and how many people were killed or seriously hurt....
When do paramedics call for medical air transport?
Recently, the Kentucky State Police reported on a motorcycle accident that occurred in Lockport. When troopers arrived on the scene, they discovered the motorcycle had collided with a deer. While paramedics pronounced the motorcycle's passenger dead, they chose to...
Is carpal tunnel more common for workers in construction?
Workers in manufacturing and construction have a significantly higher incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome in Kentucky and around the country. After getting an injury on the job, a worker should talk to their employer and apply for workers' compensation. A worker can...
What is third-party insurance in Kentucky?
In an insurance claim, the "first party" typically refers to you, and a third party is the other person who damaged your property or injured you. There are different types of insurance policies in Kentucky, some of which only cover the costs of either first-party or...
How are workers exposed to toxic materials?
Workers in numerous industries fear an accident that can lead to serious injuries. A ladder fall, for example, or a malfunctioning power tool can result in broken bones, head trauma or paralysis. Additionally, the strain of repetitive movements can damage muscles,...
What is an attractive nuisance?
Property owners in Kentucky can be found liable for accidents that occur on their premises because of an attractive nuisance. An attractive nuisance is an object or feature on a property that is so alluring that it actually attracts trespassers. Examples of attractive...