Category: Auto Accident

The first few minutes after being involved in a car accident can feel like some of the most frightening and stressful moments in your life. You’ll likely have a billion thoughts cascading through your mind, but as with most of life’s emergencies, keeping a level head and sticking to a basic plan of action can […]

After being involved in a car accident, it can seem like you never have enough time to stop and catch your breath let alone relax. One thing you need to prioritize, however, is your own health and well-being. Even if your injuries appear or feel minor, it’s important to see a doctor as soon as […]

A study published last month by the University of Kentucky’s Kentucky Transportation Center looked at state traffic data covering the five-year period from 2009 to 2013. Crash rates were calculated for different types of highways and by city and county. The goal was to determine average crash statistics and identify problem areas. Jefferson County Ranks […]

Veteran sports car driver Don Kitch, Jr., teaches a One-Day High Performance Driving Clinic in Kent, Washington, at the Pacific Raceways track. His tips are designed for everyday drivers as well as race enthusiasts, and some of them are surprisingly simple. Here are his top six tips as reported in AAA’s Western Journey Magazine:

When people think of dangerous driving conditions, most often scenes of icy roads or stormy weather come to mind. However, the National Safety Council has reported that the 100 deadliest days for drivers in 2012 occurred from Memorial Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. Nationally, there were about 10,000 deaths during that period in 2012; the […]

Naturally, you might think that as an attorney I would promote the use of attorneys in car accidents. That’s not always the case. If you’re in a small fender bender where no one is injured and the insurance company for the party at fault offers to pay all of the damages and expenses you are […]

It’s one thing to read about how to drive in the snow, and another to remember what you’re supposed to do when your car is skidding down a hill. This is a good time of year to review snow driving pointers – and it’s a good idea to put in some practice time in an […]

A recent fatal all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident in Eastern Kentucky highlights the need for ATV safety, which many experienced Kentucky accident attorneys encourage. The accident claimed the life of a 49-year-old man, who was riding his ATV near Hyden, Kentucky when he became trapped underneath the vehicle.  Rescue teams did not reach him in time […]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released an app that helps drivers use safety equipment more effectively and report defects or other safety concerns directly to the agency, according to the New York Daily News. The app, called SaferCar, is available for iOS-based devices like the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch via Apple’s […]

The horrific accident in Ohio that killed six teenagers is every parent’s nightmare. It’s a tragic reminder that traffic accidents are the leading cause of death for US teens. The CDC reports that per mile driven, teen drivers aged 16-19 are more likely than drivers aged 20 and over to be in a fatal crash. […]

In Kentucky, as in other U.S. states, to “hit and run” in a car accident is both a crime and exposes the hit-and-run driver to civil liability for the injuries of anyone hurt in the accident. Those who are injured in this type of crash have certain legal rights, and speaking to an experienced hit-and-run […]

Kentucky’s recent inclement weather included high winds, which can have serious effects on roadway safety. Distracted, speeding, and impaired drivers are especially at risk for causing a serious car crash in high winds, because the weather changes the road conditions in ways that can easily sneak up on a careless or impaired driver. When wind […]

The recent snow and ice across the region have led to an increase in car accidents on Kentucky roads. Many experienced Kentucky car accident attorneys know that combining distracted driving, speeding, and other negligent behaviors behind the wheel with snowy or icy weather is a prime recipe for a serious crash. A three-vehicle crash on […]

The number of people killed or injured in Kentucky car crashes dropped in 2011 when compared with 2010, according to data collected by the Kentucky State Police. In 2010, Kentucky saw 694 people lose their lives in fatal traffic accidents on Kentucky roads. This number includes not only car accidents, but also collisions with motorcyclists, […]

When it comes to keeping elderly drivers safe – and letting them know when it’s time to hang up the car keys – families play a key role, according to an extensive Canadian study of elderly driver accidents. The study followed over 100,000 elderly Canadian drivers diagnosed with a wide range of conditions, including the […]