All drivers in Kentucky need to have auto insurance. This holds true for most states, and yet, information gathered by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners found that nearly 13 percent of drivers do not have any insurance. It is dangerous to drive...
Car Accidents
When Ridesharing Companies Are Involved in Accidents
Kentucky residents who use ridesharing transportation might wonder about liability issues if an accident occurs. With companies like Lyft and Uber, drivers are classified as independent contractors rather than employees. This means any suits following an accident...
Preparing for a Car Accident Lawsuit
Kentucky residents who have been in a car accident caused by the negligence of another motorist might choose to contact a lawyer to assist them with seeking compensation for their losses. In that case, there are a number of documents that need to be gathered and...
Human Error Remains a Thorny Road Safety Issue
The number of road users killed in motor vehicle accidents in Kentucky and around the country increased alarmingly in 2015 and 2016. Both government agencies and road safety groups say that human error is largely to blame. While automobile safety features and systems...
Study Finds That Roundabouts Greatly Reduce Road Deaths
The number of Kentucky residents killed in automobile accidents each year could be significantly reduced if conventional intersections were replaced with roundabouts, according to a recently published study. Researchers from the Minnesota Department of Transportation...
Dangers of Head-On Collisions Prompt New Technology
Head-on collisions may be one of the most dangerous types of motor vehicle accidents in Kentucky to be involved in. A recent accident killing multiple people involved in a head-on crash. Drivers may be aware that winter driving has its own risks. However, winter had...
Preparing for Winter Driving
Since auto accidents are more frequent in the winter, drivers in Kentucky should understand what they can do to stay safe on the roads. The first thing to consider is the effect of ice and snow on vehicle steering and braking. Drivers should account for increased...
How Traffic Accidents Increased at Pokéstops
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....
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...