With the launch of Pokémon Go in July 2016, numerous reports came out of players being hurt or killed while playing the game. A look at the traffic reports immediately following the launch show that Pokémon Go led to an increase in distracted driving....
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Month: November 2017
Handling Financial Issues in a Divorce
The divorce rate for those over the age of 50 has doubled since the 1990s. If a Kentucky resident does get divorced later in life, it could impact that person's ability to save for retirement. The financial shock may be compounded by the emotional stress that the end...
Overloading Is a Rule Violation and Safety Risk for Big Rigs
Did you know that overloading is among the leading causes of truck accidents? Overloading cargo violates various state and federal regulations, and yet the practice continues. Would you know how to spot a potential overload problem involving a big rig traveling in the...
Divorce and Children
A divorce can be a physical and emotional ordeal for children. Parents in Kentucky who are eager to get a divorce but may be hesitant to do so because of their children may want to consider some important issues before making a decision. A reason to remain in the...
Cheating, Money and Addiction Leading Causes of Divorce
Married couples in Kentucky struggling with their relationships often confront issues like infidelity, money disputes or alcohol or drug addiction. For some people, difficulties like these lead them to divorce. Both physical and emotional affairs interfere with trust...
Does Fault Matter?
After being in an accident, many people are worried about fault and how it will impact their case. A common question is: Does fault matter? The answer: Yes. Kentucky is a pure comparative fault state. That means that before awarding compensation, the parties — or the...
Shorter Days Means Higher Risk for Wildlife Collisions
With the shorter days of daylight standard time, wildlife will be hard to spot on the side of the road. The autumn also happens to be the peak mating season for deer, and bears may come out in search of food before they hibernate. These should all be causes for...
Loss of Right to Sue for Car Accident Injuries
When Kentucky drivers suffer an injury in an auto accident that another driver causes, they may logically look for compensation for the losses that the negligent driver caused. However, they sometimes feel shocked to learn they cannot hold the other driver responsible...
Drowsy Driving a Health Issue With Night Shift Workers
Working the night shift leads to a disruption of the sleep-wake cycle, leading to greater drowsiness by the time employees are driving home. Researchers from the Brigham and Women's Hospital have conducted a study to point out the dangers to all night shift workers in...