All truck and car accidents can cause catastrophic harm or death to occupants. State and federal governments regularly analyze traffic accident data in search of ways to improve survivability. One safety measure that continues to show remarkable effectiveness in...
Year: 2021
What does it mean to live in a no-fault state?
For automobile collisions, you need to know if you live in a fault or no-fault state. Kentucky falls into the no-fault category, which means that each driver’s personal injury protection coverage, or PIP, pays out to them after a crash regardless of fault. The...
Kentucky waste collectors, beware of these workplace injury risks
Solid waste collectors are some of the most valuable workers in any U.S. location. Richmond, Kentucky, is home to many skilled waste workers that regularly perform work that no one else wants to touch. We value these workers and want to ensure they understand the...
New federal rule will increase commercial truck driver training
If you’ve been concerned with all the stories about young, inexperienced truck drivers (some as young as 18 years of age) taking over for older drivers who have retired over the past couple of years, there’s some promising news. In a response to concerns over how much...
What are the penalties for reckless driving in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, a person is guilty of reckless driving when they violate traffic laws and put those around them in danger. The conviction of this traffic offense comes with penalties like added points on the driving record, fines and a license revocation in some cases....
3 ways a criminal conviction can affect a college student’s life
Most people face the same consequences for a criminal charge. They risk incarceration, fines and possibly community service or probation. Certain groups are also at risk of secondary consequences from criminal convictions. College students are one such group, as they...
Is your prenuptial agreement valid?
With nearly 50% of marriages ending in divorce in the U.S, having a prenuptial agreement – also known as prenup – is definitely a great idea. However, signing a prenuptial agreement does not automatically guarantee that your property will be protected should your...
Why overloaded trucks are so dangerous
A vehicle collision between two cars can be devastating in itself. However, when larger trucks and commercial vehicles are added to the equation, the results can be even more catastrophic. Trucks and commercial vehicles are typically larger and much heavier than...
Who can qualify for an expungement of their criminal record?
Having a criminal conviction on your record can have devastating and lasting consequences. It can make it more difficult to find a job, rent a house and more. An expungement of your criminal record can remove the conviction, giving you the opportunity to start fresh –...
Important facts about driving over the speed limit
The roads in and around Richmond pose certain risks even at the best of times. Often, during certain hours, there are more vehicles on the road, which increases the chances of accidents occurring. Frequently, people have deadlines to adhere to, such as getting to work...