Being involved in a car accident can severely disrupt your life. You may be unable to work or function regularly while stressed about your injuries and medical bills. It is only natural to want to know how much compensation you can receive from this unfortunate turn...
5 ways to minimize your risk of a motorcycle injury
Motorcycles are among the most popular vehicles today, so it’s not surprising that they are also involved in many road accidents. In fact, motorcyclists made up 14% of all traffic fatalities in 2020. Of course, road accidents are an ever-present risk regardless of...
Promising news amidst troubling trends
A worldwide pandemic resulting in stay-at-home orders saw traffic jams paused, only to be replaced by street racing within cities and reckless driving on major highways and interstates due to the lack of traffic congestion. The spike started in 2020, the height of the...
Why are motorcycles more dangerous than cars?
Everyone knows motorcycles tend to be more dangerous than cars, but how much more dangerous? In 2020, the NHTSA determined that motorcyclists are 28 times more prone to death and four times more likely to suffer injuries than occupants of passenger cars. The NHTSA...
The dangers of texting while driving
Texting while driving is an all-too-common behavior for drivers, young and old. While we understand this behavior can be risky, taking your eyes off the road for a few seconds can be catastrophic. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warns that...
What is the statute of limitations for a Kentucky PI claim?
The period after your injury can be a whirlwind of emotions, doctor appointments and insurance struggles. Time can easily slip away from you. If you believe someone else was responsible for your injury, do not waste time taking action. Here is what you need to know...
Riders in the backs of SUVs have less protection than you think
Automobile crashes can result in devastating injuries. Fortunately, vehicle manufacturers are getting better at incorporating safety into their products. The news, though, is not all rosy. A recent study suggests that backseat passengers in small SUVs are in greater...
What should I do if I am injured in a hit-and-run accident?
If you live in Kentucky, you know that hit-and-run accidents are far too common. Following an accident, adrenaline can make it challenging to take the proper actions under the stress of the situation. Knowing what to do ahead of time can help you avoid costly...
How to share the road safely with cyclists
Thousands of bicycle accident injuries and fatalities occur annually in the United States. The costs of bicycle accidents not only affect the victim’s family but also burden the healthcare system, cause a loss in the workforce and diminish the quality of life....
4 things to do when confronted by a tailgater
What comes to mind when you see a tailgater — a driver who follows too closely — on the road? Immediately, you think that person is a bad and unsafe driver. But, looking more deeply, someone who drives too closely also is an aggressive driver. Tailgating increases the...