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Forty-four years ago, a college student lying semi-conscious in a hospital bed confessed in her police statement: “After being told (by a physician at the clinic) that my pregnancy was too advanced for a safe abortion, I was worried, upset, and crying. The next morning, I attempted to perform the abortion myself. I put a […]

Few road accidents are more unnerving and overwhelming than those involving a large 18-wheeler truck. That said, not all truck accidents are the same. There are many ways in which trucks can cause injuries to other motorists. While jackknifing tends to get the most press, underride truck accidents in Kentucky are also potentially lethal and […]

Many large commercial trucks tow heavy trailers that are fully loaded with cargo. Some of the most common freight types hauled on Kentucky roads include consumer goods, agricultural equipment and debris, and hazardous waste. If these shipments are not appropriately loaded, they can easily spill over, potentially causing a catastrophic truck accident. It is the […]

When a large rig jackknifes, everyone on the road is placed in grave danger. Jackknifing occurs when truck-trailer rigs become misaligned. This causes the trailer to swing out to either side, crossing other lanes and causing the truck driver to lose control. In many jackknife events, the 18-wheeler ends up toppling over. Accidents involving trucks […]

If you are involved in a car accident, the experience typically triggers physical pain, emotional suffering, and financial stress. Many accidents happen in regular weather conditions, caused by the recklessness or distraction of other drivers. Even safe and attentive drivers are at heightened risk of an accident in bad weather conditions, though. At Flora Templeton […]

There are circumstances when you can file a claim on behalf of the victim. In Kentucky, the statutes/laws allow you to file a claim if you are the guardian of a minor child or disabled person, or an estate representative appointed by the court to file suit. Suppose your loved one suffers severe injuries after […]

You can file a personal injury lawsuit for a road rash if you are involved in a motorcycle accident, scooter accident, bicycle accident, or pedestrian accident caused by another person’s negligence. The individual responsible for your injury is liable if their reckless actions resulted in a lack of control of their vehicle. While many people […]

If you get involved in an injury claim, such as an auto accident, and suffer bodily injuries, you’ll need to receive treatment and take time to focus on recovery. As an injury victim, it’s good to record the incident and how it affects your life in the days that follow.  You can do this by […]

Most organizations and businesses ask their customers to sign a liability waiver before using their equipment or participating in an activity. They do this in order to shield themselves from any liability and avoid being sued when a person suffers an injury or is killed either after using their product or while participating in an […]