When it comes to drinking and driving, many people believe they will be able to remain in control and determine when they are too drunk to drive. Reports on drunk driving deaths claim to differ, with the Centers for Disease Control stating that over 2,000 people in...
Year: 2016
Changes in DUI “look back” time bring increased penalties
Recent changes in Kentucky's DUI laws make it even tougher on anyone suspected of driving after drinking. In the past, Kentucky DUI laws allowed courts to look back five years into a person's record for previous convictions. Since every subsequent offense elevates the...
Winter driving tips for tractor trailers
During the cold season in Richmond, there may be road conditions that make driving more difficult than usual. For truckers, this might create a unique set of risks. As such, tractor trailer operators should know what precautions to take during the winter.Truck News...
What are some good winter weather driving tips?
Now that cold weather has descended upon Richmond and other parts of the nation, many drivers are faced with increasingly dangerous winter roads. Even if you are a safe and careful driver, you may still find yourself contending with hazardous situations that can...
Tackling the occupational disease problem
Hard-working Kentuckians should not have to compromise their health in order to make a living and support their families. However, many workers have found themselves to be victims of occupational and environmental disease. Luckily, there continues to be...
What to do when you suspect a workplace violation
Workers in Richmond, Kentucky, have the right to workplace health and safety, which were legally defined in the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Individuals who believe their working conditions violate OSHA standards have the right to file a complaint with...
Learning to enjoy the holidays after a traumatic brain injury
There are many things about the holidays that you enjoy, from seeing family members to taking the annual shopping trip. With a brain injury, much of that can change. The flashing lights on Christmas trees and glare from ornaments can give you headaches or migraines....
Divorce And Mental Competency
Boone County resident Elmer Riehle wants a divorce. However, he was declared mentally incompetent a few years ago. Under Kentucky law, he doesn’t have the capacity to seek dissolution of his marriage.Carolyn Riehle is contesting the divorce because of mental...
What HB 40 means for those with a Kentucky criminal record
On July 15, 2016, House Bill 40, a new law passed by the Kentucky General Assembly, went into effect. The Bill expands the scope for expungement in Kentucky, allowing for certain Class D felony convictions to be expunged from an individual's criminal record....
Though national attitudes are shifting, marijuana remains illegal in Kentucky
Marijuana use has become increasingly accepted in the United States, with several states legalizing or decriminalizing its use. . Despite more widespread acceptance, marijuana remains illegal on the federal level and in many states, including Kentucky. Many Kentucky...