There are countless ways in which careless and negligent drivers endanger the safety of others on roadways across the country. Speeding, texting while driving, alcohol use and driver fatigue are some of the common factors associated with tragic motor vehicle...
personal injury
Past, present and future damages for personal injury claims
A personal injury claim provides a way for victims of another person's negligence to hold that party accountable for their options. Anyone who has suffered an injury should learn about the option for seeking compensation for the damages related to the accident. If you...
Were you the victim of a circadian rhythm-related crash?
Let us say that you were driving to a dentist appointment at 3 p.m. on a clear, sunny afternoon when the 18-wheeler in the next lane veered over and side-swiped your SUV. Fortunately, you were not severely injured. The trucker stopped to check on you and muttered...
Two-vehicle Kentucky crash leaves 2 dead and 1 injured
Grief counselors were available to students and faculty of a Kentucky middle school after a seventh-grade student died in a truck accident. A flatbed truck reportedly crashed into the pickup in which he was a passenger after it crossed the center line. His father, who...
About 20% of serious medical conditions misdiagnosed
No one knows your body like you, so chances are, it is easy for you to tell when something is amiss. It may not be so easy, however, to identify the cause of your symptoms, which is why most people facing these circumstances schedule a visit with their physicians....
Understanding the Glasgow Coma Scale
The mere mention of a traumatic brain injury is often enough to make the family and friends of those in Louisville who may have suffered them cringe. Such injuries can drastically alter one’s quality of life, leaving them to face everything from simple cognitive...
Facial injuries from a car crash may change your life forever
Your face is an important part of you. After all, when you meet new people, engage with your partner or comb your hair, your face takes center stage. Unfortunately, if you sustain a facial injury in an automobile collision, your life may never be the same again. In...
3 steps to take after a dog bite
During the crisp autumn months, you may love to leave home for an evening walk or a morning jog. While you must contend with traffic and other pedestrians, you may not worry much about your personal safety. Of course, if you encounter an untrained dog, you may sustain...
What are the signs someone has a severe brain injury?
Kentucky residents who have been in any type of accident where they have hit their heads know that the brain can be an interesting thing. You may feel fine after getting hit in the head, only to discover that you have a serious brain injury or concussion several hours...
How can Kentucky prevent workplace accidents?
Kentucky employees are entitled to feel safe at work. In the workplace, safety is a priority. NPR explains how in 2017, Kentucky’s Occupational Safety and Health found that the state did not meet safety standards. In one serious case, the OSH inspector overlooked...