Having to place a loved one in a nursing home can cause conflicting emotions. You may have gone over the pros and cons of utilizing a care facility, but you may still have felt guilty over not having the ability to care for your loved one yourself. However, you may...
Year: 2020
Why you need a visitation transportation plan
As you and your co-parent are working out your custody and visitation agreement and parenting plan, you're likely primarily concerned with how your children will be dividing their time between the two of you. You're probably looking at provisions regarding what you...
When can you appeal a civil lawsuit ruling in Kentucky?
If you recently lost a civil case in Kentucky, you may be considering recourse. As the American Bar Association explains, in civil suits, either the defendant or the plaintiff may seek an appeal in most cases. But many litigants misunderstand the appeals process and...
Tips for dividing your household property peacefully
You and your spouse used to love scouring antique shops, furniture stores and art shows for unique items for your home. Now that you're divorcing, all of those items that brought you joy have to be divided between you. The property division process can be combative...
How do we tell our friends that we are divorcing?
Divorce does not just affect you and your family. It impacts everyone in your life, including your friends. Breaking the news to close friends that you are divorcing can be a difficult task, especially if your friend group is quite intertwined. According to Woman's...
Responsible social media use during civil litigation
Innovations such as social media have changed the way that you communicate with others. While it offers many advantages, social media use can also have unforeseen consequences, especially if you have a civil lawsuit pending. Whether you are suing a negligent party in...
What types of injuries might you suffer in a bicycle accident?
As a bicyclist, you take certain risks when you share the road with cars and other large motorized vehicles, including death as a result of an accident. The National Highway Traffic Safety Commission notes that nearly 860 people died in bicycle crashes with vehicles...
Louisville couple sues neighbor, HOA over vandalism, threats
Most everyone has had problems with neighbors at one point or another. However, one Louisville family who says they have been the target of vandalism, threats and racial slurs is taking legal action. The family, who lives in the Lake Forest area of east Louisville,...
Confronting a parent about nursing home neglect
Visiting mom or dad in their care facility has been a regular part of your routine. When they first moved to a nursing home you were beyond grateful that staff was always available to help with daily tasks your loved one could no longer do for themselves — using the...
Can social media use affect child custody?
Social media is part of the everyday fabric of life for the majority of people. However, if you are going through a divorce, it is time to be extra cautious with your accounts. It is shocking how many people reveal incriminating information openly and freely on social...
