If you become involved in a motor vehicle crash at high speeds, you could face hardships that permanently impact your life. In fact, data shows that high-speed traffic collisions are especially likely to result in significant consequences. In the wake of a...
Year: 2022
Slip and fall injuries in nursing homes
In an ideal situation, nursing homes provide security and safety for your elderly loved one and peace of mind for you. Unfortunately, facilities do not always fulfill their duty of care. Older people are at high risk for slip and fall injuries, and this risk increases...
Why might a court invalidate your prenuptial agreement?
Prenuptial agreements can help people in unhappy marriages secure fast and cost-effective divorces. Taking the time to negotiate how you will divide your property or how much spousal support someone requires before you get married means you have fewer things left to...
What are some common factors for large vehicle accidents?
While some roadway accidents involving more than one vehicle can result in serious injuries for drivers and passengers alike, few are as destructive as those that include large trucks. The National Safety Council reports that such accidents ended the lives of nearly...
How do you choose between mediation and collaborative divorce?
When going through uncontested divorce, you may wonder: can you handle this without taking your case to court? The good news is, you can and you probably should. A court case will take up more time and money than you likely want to part with. Instead, you can look at...
Teen drivers, teen passengers a deadly combination
Each year, teen-involved car crashes increase across Kentucky during the summertime, when most teenagers are out of the classroom and out having fun. Many factors contribute to fatal and nonfatal crashes involving teenage drivers, and one factor that carries...
Common reasons to modify child custody orders
Divorced and separated parents establish a custody arrangement to determine where their minor children will live and who is responsible for decisions regarding their children’s lives. These court-ordered agreements dictate a firm schedule and set of rights and...
What is an injunction?
If your civil case involves trying to stop someone from doing something, time may be of the essence. Unfortunately, the legal system can often move slowly. If you find yourself in urgent need of stopping the other person, you may want to consider an injunction. The...
Shared custody and your finances
Sharing custody of your children might be one of the trickiest parts of a divorce. Both you and your ex could have careers, personal relationships and individual commitments to balance alongside raising your children. While shared custody requires the balance of many...
Mediation may result in a less contentious divorce
More people are choosing alternatives to court litigation when it comes to divorce. Not only does a trial cost a lot of money, but it is also a long process, and it is usually stressful for both sides. Mediation is an alternative that allows both sides to have more...
