Fort Thomas Law Blog

Once again, the firm of is proud to announce that two of our partners were chosen by Super Lawyers as among the top attorneys in Kentucky. Being selected to the list of Super Lawyers is among the top honors in the legal profession....

This year, Super Lawyers provided much-deserved honors to two of our attorneys at . The recognition is the result of not only their abilities as skilled lawyers but also the firm’s unwavering commitment to ensure the highest standards of...

Law enforcement members must perform their jobs thoroughly, carefully and legally. One misstep or one dishonest cop can upend any arrest and chance for a conviction. For these authorities, toeing the line and working by the book are idioms to which they must...

Kentucky drivers should be glad to hear that in 2019, the number of car crash fatalities in this country went down for the second consecutive year. Still, the numbers are shockingly high. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that 38,000 people died in auto...

Kentucky residents and others who are facing federal criminal charges may be offered a plea bargain. A plea deal allows a person to receive a lighter sentence in exchange for admitting his or her guilt. Allowing defendants to take a deal means that their cases can be...

Criminal charges can happen in a moment's notice and in unusual places, even when that place is the home of the defendant. This is the situation for one south central Kentucky man who was apprehended following a 911 call placed by his own son. The man apparently made...

The danger of auto accidents in Kentucky is often associated with city driving. Contrary to conventional wisdom, rural roads carry risks of their own. To be safe, it is wise to consider them. After an accident with injuries and fatalities, it becomes even more...

Those who are arrested for DUI in Kentucky will want to know what happens after they are apprehended. One of the first things that occurs after a defendant is charged is the preliminary hearing. This is not a trial in itself, but the judge will be making a decision...

Car accident victims in Kentucky should be careful not to sign a release of liability form too soon as they may not be able to receive compensation for all their injuries. Some conditions will only become apparent days or weeks after a wreck, and the following are...

A 58-year-old Kentucky woman who works with teens accused of committing minor crimes and status offenses was taken into custody on the afternoon of March 17 for allegedly driving while impaired by alcohol. The woman, who is a supervisor with the Court Designated...