Workers’ compensation protects workers from the financial burden of a job-related injury or illness. It provides crucial benefits to workers and their families when an accident or other dangerous conditions connected to their jobs harms them. Virtually all Kentucky employers must purchase workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. Unfortunately, suffering a covered work-related injury or illness does not always guarantee that workers will receive workers’ comp benefits. Workers’ compensation insurers frequently deny claims. Here are the top 5 reasons workers’ compensation claims are ..read more

For many people, there is nothing more invigorating than riding a motorcycle. However, with that freedom comes an added risk due to being less protected from road and weather conditions and more prone to severe injuries or death when an accident occurs. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration1, more than 80 percent of all reported motorcycle crashes result in injury or death to the motorcyclist. Some common causes of motorcycle accidents include: Speeding Alcohol impairment Drivers not looking for motorcycles Distracted driving Unsafe road or weather condition ..read more

Slip and fall accidents are common and can happen anywhere: inside or outside, on stairs, escalators, curbs, or walkways, on uneven ground, in environments with bad lighting, slippery surfaces, or obstacles in the way. In fact, according to the National Safety Council,[1] falls account for 33% of all nonfatal preventable injuries that result in a visit to the emergency department. Slip and fall accidents can be serious and lead to expensive medical bills, current and future lost wages, and pain and suffering. Some of the most common injuries include: Sprains Fractures Dislocations Torn ligame ..read more

In order to meet the minimum requirements that must be met to legally operate a boat in Kentucky, boaters must also meet specific certification and licensing needs. Having your boat properly registered with the right licenses and certifications required to operate it can help ensure that you can continue to enjoy the waters around Louisville. If you suffer injuries in a boating accident, a Louisville personal injury lawyer can help you learn more about your rights, including how to pursue compensation. In this article, we’ll look at Kentucky boating license and certification requirements so yo ..read more

Although Kentucky averages between 170 and 198 days of sunshine per year, the state lacks the infrastructure to adequately support bicycling. Kentucky ranks in the bottom half of bicycle-friendly places to live. Jefferson County is considered a high-stress area for bikers, and Louisville ranks in the 9th percentile of bike-friendly large cities. Given its low ranking, Kentucky residents should understand the state’s bicycle laws and consult a personal injury lawyer in Louisville if they are injured in a bicycle accident. Kentucky Bicycle Laws Kentucky defines bicycles as vehicles that require ..read more

If you’re ever injured in an accident in Louisville, and were not at fault, you shouldn’t have to pay for it. The first step after an accident is always to call 911 and seek immediate medical attention. Once everyone is safe, it’s important to find a personal injury lawyer to protect your rights and fight for compensation right away. To recover maximum compensation for your losses, it’s important to understand what a personal injury lawyer is, when to obtain one, and how they can help you through the process. What is a Personal Injury Lawyer? The role of a Louisville personal injury lawyer is ..read more

Slips, trips, and falls are common workplace accidents. In fact, they account for more than 25% of workplace-related injuries across all industries. These types of accidents can be especially serious in the construction and home improvement sectors where there is risk of falling from a great height. Under the law, slip and fall accidents are a types of accidents that would fall under premises liability, which states that a property owner is responsible for any injuries caused by dangerous conditions on their property. For a successful slip and fall injury case, you must be able to prove: The ..read more

Checking your phone. Eating a snack. Making eye contact with a friend in the rearview mirror. While these actions seem quick and harmless, it only takes seconds for an accident to happen. Put simply, reading a text while driving at 55 mph is like driving blind for the length of a football field! Distracted driving refers to doing any non-driving activity that takes your attention off the road, increasing the chances of being involved in an accident. In fact, according to the NHTSA, distracted driving is the leading cause of all vehicle accidents.  It’s responsible for almost 80% of crashe ..read more

In most states in the U.S., the left lane of a multi-lane highway is reserved for faster-moving traffic. And in essence, the far-left lane is used for passing slower vehicles. Even so, it’s not uncommon to see trucks driving in the left lane to evade the disruptions resulting from other drivers circumventing traffic that is merging from onramps into the overtaking lane (right-hand lane). When too many drivers are in the left lane of highways, serious traffic problems can arise. For instance, highway accidents can be caused by sudden lane changes or speed changes that exceed the speed limit. If ..read more

If you were partially at fault in a motorcycle accident in Louisville or surrounding areas in Kentucky, you might still be eligible for compensation. Kentucky is a comparative fault state so it’s important to establish the degree to which each party is at fault. Unfortunately, too many people don’t reach out to a motorcycle accident lawyer, inadvertently admit fault early in the process, and lose out on money to which they might otherwise have been entitled. What Is Comparative Fault in Kentucky? Comparative fault refers to a legal doctrine in which each party’s responsibility is determined re ..read more