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Is Lane Splitting Legal in Kentucky?
Lane Splitting vs. Lane Filtering vs. Lane Sharing State traffic codes dictate the rules of the road for motorcyclists. Lane splitting, filtering, and sharing are three maneuvers not covered under Kentucky’s traffic laws. That means they are neither legal nor illegal. However, law enforcement may cite drivers if they believe a driver…
Safety in School Zones
The next time you drive through a school zone, pay close attention to road signs and follow the rules. Doing so will help you avoid a car accident or even worse, injuring a child. It’s important to note that not all school zones are designed the same way. Sometimes, it can be a little…
School Zone Safety
Preventing Pedestrian Accidents and Protecting Children School zones are specific areas near schools where road safety measures and speed limits are adjusted to ensure the safety of students as they walk or cross streets on their way to and from school. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents in school zones are becoming more frequent, and better safety…
Exploring School Liability for Personal Injuries: Legal Rights and Recourse
When a student is injured at school, whether at an extracurricular activity or during a school-sponsored event, the injured student may be able to file a personal injury claim against the school. While school employees are responsible for the students under their care, Kentucky’s sovereign immunity law provides schools and their employees with some…
Top 5 Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Denied
Workers compensation protects workers from the financial burden of a job-related injury or illness. It provides crucial benefits to workers and their families when an accident or other dangerous conditions connected to their jobs harms them. Virtually all Kentucky employers must purchase workers compensation insurance for their employees. Unfortunately, suffering a covered work-related injury…
Preserving the Scene of a Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents are common and can happen anywhere: inside or outside, on stairs, escalators, curbs, or walkways, on uneven ground, in environments with bad lighting, slippery surfaces, or obstacles in the way. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, falls account for 33% of all nonfatal preventable injuries that result in…