Kentucky

If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a side-impact collision, you may be entitled to compensation. The lawyers at Ben Crump Law, PLLC are on your side. Contact our offices today to see how working with a Louisville side-impact collisions lawyer can help you navigate the complicated litigation process after a car accident: …

Driving is a responsibility. Whenever we get behind the wheel, we must focus on the road to help prevent accidents. Sometimes, though, other drivers do not act responsibly. They become distracted while driving and engage in behavior that causes accidents. These accidents can be devastating, even deadly, for the people they affect. If you have …

When you take to the road, you expect that other drivers will follow traffic laws and exercise caution to ensure the safety of those around them. However, some drivers have dangerous habits that increase the risk of an accident that can lead to serious or even fatal injuries. Drivers do not have an excuse for …

If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury due to an establishment’s or personal property owner’s negligence in maintaining safe premises, a Louisville slip and fall injury lawyer can help you understand the compensation you may be entitled to for your pain and suffering. Whether you or a loved one suffered fall-related injuries, …

No matter how you lose a loved one, the emotional impact can have a long-term effect on your life. However, when a loved one passes unexpectedly as the result of another person’s negligence, you may struggle not only with the emotional aspect but also the financial instability associated with their loss, as well. No amount …

When you check your loved one into a nursing home, the last thing that you think about is them being abused. Unfortunately, the loved ones of nursing home patients are finding out that nursing home abuse is more prevalent than expected. As more and more seniors enter nursing homes across the country, more and more …

Every year, around 3 million people get injured in car accidents, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In many of those accidents, the victims develop a condition called whiplash, which can be mild or severe depending on the conditions of the accident and the extent of the injuries. Recovering from whiplash …

Each year in the United States, thousands lose their lives in motor vehicle accidents, and millions more suffer severe injuries. While any accident has the potential to cause harm to victims, those involving motorcycles often lead to more serious consequences. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported over 33,000 fatal accidents in 2018, including …

Buses provide a vital service to thousands of people who depend on public transportation to get to and from work, visit family, and navigate the city. The dangers associated with public transportation do not occur to most. While not as common as automobile accidents, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) reported 1,578 bus accidents in 2018 …

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), 277 active shooter scenarios occurred throughout the United States between 2000 and 2018. More than 1,500 people suffered injuries, and an additional 884 died in these attacks. Of all of the incidents that took place during this time period, nearly half occurred in places of commerce, such …

If you suffered injuries in a truck accident due to another party’s negligence, you may be suffering devastating consequences, including severe, even incapacitating injuries, extreme pain, and a long recovery process. In addition to physical consequences, you may also be experiencing economic stress as you struggle to cover mounting expenses, despite a loss in work …

Head-on collisions can result in catastrophic loss, brain injury, and death. Furthermore, due to the impact zone, the driver and front passenger are the most vulnerable. If you are suffering from the aftermath of a head-on collision or lost a loved one due to another driver’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation. Getting the …

A company can harm many people with negligence, as is the case with faulty products or deceptive services or actions. It is especially frustrating when wrongdoers receive no consequences. Whether intentional or not, thousands of companies have hurt Americans financially, physically, and mentally. As a victim of negligence, deception, or bad business practices, you may …

If you’re like most people following an auto accident, you expect the other driver to present their liability insurance information. Unfortunately, many motorists fail to carry auto insurance. While liability insurance is mandatory for Kentucky drivers, Kentucky Forward reports that nearly 16% of motorists within the Commonwealth are uninsured. If the at-fault driver in your …

Even the most road-savvy and conscientious bicyclist can become involved in a devastating accident. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet reports 10 bicyclists died from crashes in 2018, and 244 injured. As more cyclists take to the streets, enjoying their rights on the road, we will likely see a continued increase in bike accidents. Given their almost-complete …

American citizens enjoy the right to pursue legal action when another person causes them to suffer an injury. If you suffered a physical injury, property damage, your loved one’s death, or another type of harm because of someone else’s actions or inactions, you could be legally entitled to receive financial compensation for your losses. When …

Hit and runs are dangerous and can leave an injured party without help, and they sometimes result in death. It is Kentucky’s law that law enforcement must be notified or both parties must exchange information before leaving the scene of an accident, according to KRS § 189.580. If you have been involved in a hit …

When a driver fails to yield the right-of-way, severe consequences could result—not only for the at-fault driver but also for everyone involved in an accident. Furthermore, pedestrians and emergency vehicles always have the right-of-way, and when an accident involving either, it can become catastrophic. If you were a pedestrian or in a motor vehicle and …

Drunk driving accidents are typically serious incidents that may involve medical bills, job loss, and other financial struggles for which you were unprepared. The first step in getting the compensation you need to cover your losses is to determine the best course of legal action available to you. To do so, you might want to …