Car accidents can result in several physical injuries, but facial injuries can have long-lasting effects on a person's physical and emotional well-being. Even if victims overcome the extreme pain of reconstruction and recovery, they may be left with scars that affect their appearance for the rest of their lives. If you have been involved in a car accident and have sustained facial injuries, it is essential to consult a Kentucky car accident attorney to address your losses. Treatment for Facial Injuries After a Car Accident in Louisville  Facial trauma in car accidents is extremely common ..read more

Losing a child is the worst thing a parent can imagine. Unfortunately, high speeds and inexperience make teenagers especially likely to suffer severe or fatal car accident injuries. If your child has been hurt or killed in a crash, we encourage you to contact an experienced attorney today to learn more about your family’s rights and possible recovery. Teen Speeding Accidents More Likely to Be Fatal The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has released new information about teen drivers and speeding that should cause all parents of teen drivers to stop and take notice. According to the G ..read more

Recently, a study was published detailing the connection between uterine cancer and chemical hair straighteners. In the past, these types of products had been linked to other types of cancer, but now, uterine cancer is at the forfront. Below, our experienced Kentucky class action lawyer discusses what uterine cancer is, its symptoms, treatment methods and of course, its connection to chemical hair straighteners and relaxers. What is Uterine Cancer? Uterine cancer (also referred to as cancer of the womb or endometrial cancer) occurs when cancer cells are present in the lining of the uterus (the ..read more

You want to make the world as safe as possible for your kids even before they are born. Unfortunately, many hazards to pregnant mothers could affect an unborn fetus, including suffering severe injuries in a car accident. If you or a family member was in a crash while pregnant, you need an experienced Kentucky car accident attorney to explain your legal rights. Risks to Pregnant Women in a Car Accident The delicate nature of pregnancy can turn a minor crash into a life-threatening situation. Being pregnant at the time of a car crash can lead to severe complications for both mother and child, in ..read more

Children with cerebral palsy can face extraordinary challenges learning to master basic motor skills and physical movements. While scientists have spent years developing new techniques to teach children with cerebral palsy how to better control their bodies, a growing body of literature suggests that hippotherapy for cerebral palsy can work wonders in teaching disabled children how to walk and maintain better posture. Hippotherapy for Cerebral Palsy in Children “Hippotherapy” might sound strange, but it is simpler than its name suggests. Fortunately, hippotherapy has nothing to do with hippopo ..read more

Children with cerebral palsy can face extraordinary challenges learning to master basic motor skills and physical movements. While scientists have spent years developing new techniques to teach children with cerebral palsy how to better control their bodies, a growing body of literature suggests that hippotherapy can work wonders in teaching disabled children how to walk and maintain better posture. Hippotherapy for Children With Cerebral Palsy "Hippotherapy" might sound strange, but it is simpler than its name suggests. Fortunately, hippotherapy has nothing to do with hippopotamuses: instead ..read more

Nursing home staff members are essential workers. Without them, there would be no one to care for our loved ones in nursing homes. Even before the Covid-19 pandemic began, many nursing homes underpaid their employees and understaffed their nursing homes. Now, however, the situation is dire in many Kentucky nursing homes, and nursing home residents throughout the Commonwealth are at risk of suffering severe injuries. U.S. Nursing Homes Lost 450,000 Workers Between February 2020 and December 2021 Kentucky is no exception to the national trend. In November 2021, the Kentucky Association of Healt ..read more

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a rare medical condition. Yet, it is the most common life-threatening surgical emergency in newborn babies. In fact, 70% of babies who develop necrotizing enterocolitis were born early, and NEC is the reason for 8% of all neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admissions. Read below to find out more about necrotizing enterocolitis and when it may be time to file NEC claims in Kentucky. What is Necrotizing Enterocolitis? NEC occurs when a baby's intestinal tissue becomes inflamed or damaged. It typically occurs about two to six weeks after birth. A newborn's ..read more

Parents of children with cerebral palsy have a lot to learn about their child’s condition and care. Our experienced Louisville birth injury lawyer wants to make things as easy as possible for you as you do everything you can to protect your child’s future. Accordingly, we’ve provided a brief glossary of terms you might hear that may be important to your child’s legal recovery if you're contemplating filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. Cerebral Palsy Medical Terms That May Be Relevant to a Legal Case Cerebral palsy isn’t always caused by a mistake made during delivery. However, medical n ..read more

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a rare medical condition. Yet, it is the most common life-threatening surgical emergency in newborn babies. 70% of babies who develop necrotizing enterocolitis were born early, and NEC is the reason for 8% of all neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admissions. What Is Necrotizing Enterocolitis? NEC occurs when a baby's intestinal tissue becomes inflamed or damaged. It typically occurs about two to six weeks after birth. A newborn's intestinal tissue may die, and a hole may develop in the intestinal wall allowing dangerous bacteria into the baby's bloods ..read more