For most people, it’s likely not surprising to learn that the number one cause of accidents on US roads today is distracted driving. This has been the case for several years, having surpassed drunk driving as the top killer. Around 2008, states began enacting laws to...
Year: 2020
What makes playgrounds dangerous?
Playgrounds are places where children can laugh and play together. Many kids are seriously injured while playing at these each year though. Data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that more than 200,000 U.S. children wind up in...
Do dog bite victims have recourse in Kentucky?
Dogs have a reputation as friendly animals. But you may underestimate their propensity to bite. When a dog is startled, stressed or perceives a threat to their territory, they may feel provoked and snap at you. If this happens, it’s important to know what recourse you...
Will you opt for divorce mediation in place of litigation?
Your thoughts are probably in a constant state of chaos since you and your spouse decided to divorce, and you have likely avoided thinking about the stressful, lengthy court battle ahead. However, there is an alternative to litigation that has become popular with...
Making a change: modifying your child support agreement
Child support can be one of the most contentious aspects of any divorce, but revisiting that agreement could be even more challenging. If you experience a change in your life, though, modification of your child support agreement could be the best way to ensure that...
Even a minor, low-speed crash can cause a spinal cord injury
Many rear-end collisions happen at speeds less than 5 miles per hour, but they can cause serious, sometimes life-changing physical damage. If you are a driver struck from behind by a negligent motorist, you could find yourself dealing with a spinal cord injury. Spinal...
Know these specifics about spinal cord injuries
A spinal cord injury can come from a host of accidents. Understanding a few points about these injuries can benefit the victims and their family members. One of the most important things to remember is that working closely with your medical team is a priority. The...
Are our kids acting out because we are fighting?
Your children can be incredibly sensitive to you and your spouse’s moods. When your attitudes escalate to open hostility, it can be detrimental to your children’s mental and emotional health. According to Good Therapy, children’s behavioral problems most often stem...
Take property division one step at a time
One of the things you have to think about when you're going through a divorce is who is going to get what. The property division process isn't always easy to sort through because it is often difficult to get things divided evenly. For some people, getting this process...
Male victims of domestic violence have unique concerns
Underreporting makes it difficult to tell for sure, but some research suggests that domestic violence against men may be as prevalent as it is against women. Regardless of the gender of the victim, domestic violence tends to affect men and women in similar ways....
