If you suffered an injury because of someone else’s negligent or reckless behavior, you might be wondering what kind of compensation is available for your damages. The compensation you earn from your injuries is vital in covering the cost of recovery, so what kind of...
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Actual adaptive speed data reduces accidents
Whether traveling along one of the great scenic Kentucky roadways or cruising down the interstate, the potential for running into very slow-moving traffic is a constant danger. Construction zone delays are common occurrences and can lead to dangerous situations when...
Most fatal car crashes linked to distracted drivers or speeding
Deadly accidents on the roads of Kentucky end the lives of individuals far too often. The reasons that those crashes happened in the first place tend to have much in common: The leading causes of fatal traffic accidents are distracted drivers and speeding. Eyes off...
Car crash victims may fracture their femur
You may have fractured your femur in an auto accident here in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, in which case you may be wondering if you can file a claim to be reimbursed for your losses. The losses are no doubt great because a femur fracture may be accompanied by other severe...
DUI sentence enhancements could bring harsh penalties
An arrest for a DUI in Kentucky means the accused is in serious legal jeopardy. Concerns about receiving a driver's license revocation may run through the person's mind. And then there are other worries about massive fines and jail time. Punishments associated with...
Survey on distracted driving touches on concerning trends
During February and March 2020, the artificial intelligence firm Netradyne conducted an online poll on distracted driving that involved 1,248 participants. These people were all 18 and over, had a standard driving license and said they use a car at least once a week....
Car crash deaths saw 2% decline in 2019
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...
CVSA: 2020 Brake Safety Week commences August 23
Inspecting and maintaining their rig is part of the daily work of a truck driver, and that includes the brake system. Yet truckers in Kentucky and throughout the country continue to neglect the brakes, sometimes resulting in collisions. Brake safety is so important...
Five common reasons for truck accidents
There are five common causes of truck accidents that drivers in Kentucky should know about. Some of these causes can be attributed to the actions of the trucker or of a passenger vehicle driver. For example, the leading cause is driver errors like speeding, drowsy...
Flawed test results in overturned convictions
Criminal defendants who have been charged with drug crimes in Kentucky should reexamine the circumstances of their arrest. A common field test used to determine whether there is probable cause to arrest a suspect has proven to be flawed in many instances. As a result,...