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How to Avoid Distracted Driving

Checking your phone. Eating a snack. Making eye contact with a friend in the rearview mirror. While these actions seem quick and harmless, it only takes seconds for an accident to happen. Put simply, reading a text while driving at 55 mph is like driving blind for the length of a football field! Distracted…

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Can Trucks Legally Drive in the Left Lane?

In most states in the U.S., the left lane of a multi-lane highway is reserved for faster-moving traffic. And in essence, the far-left lane is used for passing slower vehicles. Even so, it’s not uncommon to see trucks driving in the left lane to evade the disruptions resulting from other drivers circumventing traffic that…

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What to Do if You Share the Fault in a Motorcycle Accident

If you were partially at fault in a motorcycle accident in Louisville or surrounding areas in Kentucky, you might still be eligible for compensation. Kentucky is a comparative fault state so it’s important to establish the degree to which each party is at fault. Unfortunately, too many people don’t reach out to a motorcycle…

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Will Having a Second Job Affect My Workers’ Compensation Claim? 

A recent report from KY FACE reveals in 2021, Kentucky recorded 96 workplace deaths, translating to a rate of 4.7 fatalities per 100,000 workers. Dealing with a work-related injury can be a taxing and complicated process. Things can get especially confusing for people who work a second job to boost their income. After experiencing…

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What Are the Types of Damages in an Injury Case?

Suffering an injury due to the negligence of another person is a painful and expensive experience. It’s often possible to negotiate an equitable settlement between all parties without going to court. However, if an acceptable settlement can’t be reached, a personal injury lawsuit may need to be filed. If you are anticipating needing to…

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Most Car Accidents Happen Close to Home

According to a 2020 study conducted by Dolphin Technologies, an international telematics firm, more than 70 percent of all car accidents occur within the first 20 minutes of a trip – meaning that the vast majority of car accidents happen close to the driver’s home. What does that mean for Louisville drivers? It means…

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