Author: Flora Templeton Stuart
The value of pain and suffering caused by the negligence of another in an accident is based on several factors. This includes the seriousness of the injury, medical treatment, and insurance coverage. At Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers, we refer our injured clients to excellent physicians to get the care they need and the […]
Read MoreIf you were injured in an accident, you may be entitled to a claim for pain and suffering. Generally, you will need to establish liability (fault of the other person) and suffer a physical injury. Medical treatment is the best indicator for insurance companies and juries in establishing a pain and suffering claim. At Flora […]
Read MoreIf your parents were killed in a car accident, and someone else was at fault, damages may be sought in a wrongful death suit. Survivors may seek compensation for lost income over the life of the decedent, lost benefits, pain and suffering, companionship, and medical and funeral expenses. The wrongful death suit may be against a person, […]
Read MoreEmotional distress is recognized by courts as a type of damage, which can include depression, insomnia, anxiety, and even anger. A physical injury is generally required to sue for damages caused by the negligence of another in a car accident or other accident. At Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers, we understand the pain and […]
Read MoreA herniated disc is a common injury resulting from an automobile collision. There are numerous factors that go into any settlement value involving a herniated disc, and every case is unique. Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers has over 50 years of experience representing victims of automobile collisions with injuries such as herniated disc. If […]
Read MoreKentucky Law (KRS 189.635) requires that you immediately notify law enforcement of an automobile collision if: The accident results in fatal, or nonfatal personal injuries to any person The accident results in damage to a vehicle rendering it inoperable The law goes on to state, if the accident results in property damage exceeding $500.00, in […]
Read MoreYou can handle a car accident without an attorney, however there are many pitfalls and difficulties that may arise if you try to go it alone. Unfortunately, car crashes are an everyday occurrence. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there were over 6.5 million car crashes in 2019. Car accidents with no injuries and […]
Read MoreAutomobile accidents accounted for over 700 deaths in 2019 in the state of Kentucky. There are multiple forms of compensation available for a death in a car accident, also known as a “wrongful death” claim in Kentucky. Pursuant to Kentucky law (KRS 411.130), whenever the death of a person results from an injury inflicted by […]
Read MoreAccidents happen. While Kentucky requires minimum liability insurance on motor vehicles, you may find that your insurance policy has lapsed, only after it’s too late and a collision has occurred. Or, you may be a passenger in someone else’s vehicle that did not have the required insurance coverage. Kentucky requires minimum liability coverage of $25,000, […]
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