Monthly Archives: October 2024
Personal Injury Claim vs. Lawsuit: What Is the Difference?
After suffering severe injuries in a Kentucky accident due to the negligence of another party, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries and damages. In personal injury cases, it is common to see the terms ‘claim’ and ‘lawsuit’ used interchangeably. However, these are two different things. Claims and lawsuits are two… Read More »
Can You Recover Compensation if You Weren’t Wearing a Seat Belt in Kentucky?
Kentucky seat belt law requires drivers and other vehicle occupants to wear a seat belt. So, what happens if you were injured in a car accident by a negligent driver and you were not wearing your seat belt? Can you still recover compensation for your injuries and damages in such a case? If you… Read More »
Understanding the Burden of Proof in Kentucky Personal Injury Cases
If you have suffered an injury due to the negligence of another party, you have the right to file a personal injury claim and recover compensation for your injuries and damages. Before filing a personal injury claim, it is vital that you understand the concept known as the “burden of proof.” Understanding how the… Read More »
Reasons a Personal Injury Attorney Might Decline Your Case
It can be discouraging if you have taken the time to reach out to a personal injury attorney about your case, only for them to turn you down. Contrary to popular belief, personal injury attorneys are not “ambulance chasers’ who take every case that comes their way. Personal injury attorneys carefully evaluate each case… Read More »