Kentucky has some of the best roads in the country but is one of the most dangerous states to operate a motor vehicle in, according to a report released in August 2023 by a legal and medical referral company. After scrutinizing census data, information from the...
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Car Accidents
The deadliest roads in eastern Kentucky
Driving in Kentucky is a privilege that you are well advised to exercise cautiously. Most areas in the state are well-maintained and perfectly safe to navigate. However, certain areas in the eastern part of the state can pose problems. These are places where drivers...
Is Kentucky a no-fault accident state?
Kentucky is classified as a no-fault state as it relates to car accidents. This means that you would file a claim with your own insurance company after a wreck regardless of who caused it. However, you are allowed to pursue legal action if your damages exceed $1,000....
The dangers of rural roads in Kentucky
According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, rural roads account for a disproportionate number of fatal crashes in the state. For example, in 2019, rural roads accounted for 56% of all deadly crashes in Kentucky, despite accounting for only 23% of the state's...
A car accident with an uninsured driver in Kentucky
In Kentucky, when you get into an accident, the law requires you to file a claim with your insurance company to get compensation for medical bills, car damages and other financial losses you've suffered. However, if your injuries and property damages exceed your...
Were you hit by a drunk driver?
If you were struck by a drunk driver while traveling in Kentucky, that person may be liable for any damages that you incur. However, the fact that the other driver was impaired is not enough to guarantee that this person was the one who caused the crash. Other factors...
The 3 main types of distracted driving
Distracted driving is a key factor in many car accidents in Kentucky. In fact, some studies show that driver distraction plays a role in more than one-quarter of all crashes in the U.S. That means that every day, about 4,000 car accidents might have been avoided if...
How much is my car crash claim worth?
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...
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...