Auto accidents in Kentucky can be very complicated legal matters when all of the damage claims are being evaluated. Each injured party will have specific injury claims, with drivers potentially having a property damage claim as well. All elements are filed as either...
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Where Kentucky car crashes take place
Kentucky is a diverse state with much rural territory and very little in terms of urban areas. The largest percentage of the population actually lives in and around the urban regions like Louisville, Lexington, and Covington with significant populations in the west...
Driving safely on rural roads
Driving safely on the thousands of miles of scenic Kentucky back roads requires a special set of safety precautions that are separate from good driving practices in heavily populated urban centers. Here is what you should know about driving safely on rural roads. Pass...
What to do after a minor car accident
Minor car accidents happen in Kentucky all the time. Even when no one is hurt, the experience of being involved in a crash is traumatic. A lot of people are in a state of shock after a collision and don’t know what to do. If you are ever involved in a fender-bender,...
What behaviors are dangerous when off-roading?
Adventurous people may appreciate the excitement of traveling on an off-road vehicle. Kentucky could offer many opportunities for those who enjoy driving camper vans, RVs and all-terrain vehicles. Lakes provide opportunities for speedboat adventures, and rivers may be...
Who is liable after an accident with a commercial truck?
Large commercial trucks travel through Kentucky every single day. Unfortunately, their massive size and the cargo they tote can make them very dangerous when you have to share the road with them. Truck accidents are often devastating and can result in serious...
Tips for talking to your children about divorce
There is a good chance that a Kentucky judge will allow you to maintain a close relationship with your children after your divorce. However, this doesn't mean that they won't need help dealing with a significant change in their lives. Ideally, you will maintain a...
Is alimony granted in a Kentucky divorce?
Alimony, which is sometimes referred to as maintenance, is the money that one party is ordered to pay to the other after they divorce. The terms and conditions for alimony will change on a case by case basis, depending on a variety of factors. When is alimony paid in...
Am I Still Protected From Domestic Violence If The Courts Are Closed?
Am I still protected from domestic violence if the courts are closed? Yes. The entire state of Kentucky is in a state of emergency due to the novel COVID-19 virus. All non-essential business are closed, with essential businesses significantly restricted on how they...
How is my child support obligation calculated?
A common question we get at the office, and sometimes at Food Fair buying groceries, is how in the world is my child support obligation calculated? How does the court know how much to make my ex pay me per month? How do I know if this amount is fair? Child support is...