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- Posted on 1/7/2009Fatal Accident at Kroger Distribution Center in Louisville, Kentucky
- Posted on 1/4/2009Bath County, Kentucky Man Killed in Head-on Collision in Rowan County, Kentucky
- Posted on 1/4/2009Crash in Middlesboro, Kentucky Kills Another Teenager
- Posted on 12/30/2008Pedestrian Hit and Killed in Pike County Kentucky
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Kentucky ATV Accident Claims the Life of 8-year-old Destiny Marie Haney
Louisville, Kentucky accident attorney explains how an ATV accident in Georgetown, Kentucky claimed the life of a Lexington third grader.
Alcohol May have Been a Factor in 11-Year-Old's Death
11-year-old Dylan Geitgey dies after a crash where alcohol was a suspected factor. Alcohol May have Been a Factor in 11-Year-Old's Death
11-year-old Dylan Geitgey dies after a crash where alcohol was a suspected factor. Deadly Week on Kentucky Roads
Even though the number of roadway fatalities are down for the year in Kentucky the week of June 14 through June 20 took the lives of 19 in 15 different accidents. Metro Worker Responsible for Fatality Has History of Accidents
Louisville Metro Sanitation who struck and killed a co-worker has a history of accidents as well as disciplinary actions. Speed May Have Been a Factor in Sarah Bearden's Death
Sarah Bearden, age 22, died as a result of injuries sustained in an accident this weekend involving an off-duty Louisville Metro Police Officer who may have been speeding. Louisville Metro Worker Darlene Brown Killed on the Job
Louisville, Kentucky Public Works employee was killed on Wednesday afternoon in the parking lot of the Public Works Sanitation unit. Kentucky Fatal Accident Caused by Potential Distracted Driver
A report this week by Kentucky State Police indicate the driver of the tractor-trailor was speeding and on his cell phone when his truck crossed the median resulting in not only his death but the death of several others.Kentucky Fatal Accident Takes the Lives of Four Young Adults
In a tragic accident in Lee County Kentucky four people were killed when the vehicle they were riding in went over a cliff. Pedestrian Killed in Norther Kentucky Hit and Run
Norther Kentucky police are still searching for the driver responsible for killing a 59-year old pedestrian.A New Federal Regulation in Place to Decrease Accidents
New federal regulation in place that will require problem truckers to install device to track hours spent behind the wheel decreasing driver fatigue. Driver Charged With Manslaughter After Fatal Accident in Kentucky
Police have arrested and charged the driver of the SUV that was responsible for the fatality in Henry County on Sunday night. Jacqueline Keith Killed in Crossover Accident, Bullitt County Kentucky
Another fatal crossover accident within two days on I-65 in Kentucky. Crash Kills 11 in Hart County Kentucky
A horrific crossover crash in the early morning kills a truck driver as well as 10 people in a van traveling to Iowa for a wedding.Seat Belt Commercial Shows Value To Life
Seat belt usage saves lives. Why are there still refuse to wear seat belts in Kentucky? The Sussex Safer Roads Partnership has provides us with a powerful reminder as to how a seat belt can save your life and how your failure to wear a seat belt can devastate your family if you are in a serious car accident. Check out the video and my blog post "Sussex Safer Roads Partnership Reminds that Seat Belts Prevent Injuries In Car Accidents" at TheKentuckyAccidentAttorney. You won't be sorry.How Safe Are You After A Car Accident?
A car disabled on the side of the road needs to be visible to avoid a second accident.Labels: car accident Kentucky
David Meredith and Omar Lopez Killed in Kentucky Accident
Two men were killed after a minor accident on Washburn Avenue in Louisville, Kentucky.Two Fatal Accidents on Same Kentucky Highway within Hours
Kentucky State Police are investigating two separate crashes on the same road that killed tow Kentuckians.Green County Collision Kills One
This offers some details as to the accident on Ebenezer Road in Green County that killed one.Fatal Accident in Scott County Kentucky Injures Two Others
Read more to find out details about this horrible tragedy.Will Driving Video Prevent Texting and Driving?
Texting and driving is dangerous, yet there are teenage drivers that do it as a common practice everyday. This driver inattention is one of the leading causes of fatal accidents in Kentucky. For those of you that haven't seen the UK texting and driving ad on You Tube, it is very graphic and powerful. Should our teenage drivers in Kentucky be allowed to watch it? Should high schools preempt it's showing? Will this prevent automobile accidents? Get my thoughts in my blog "Is UK Texting and Driving Ad Too Graphic?"and a link to this video at TheKentuckyAccidentAttorney.Hit and Run Claims the Life of Joseph Estep in Hendrson County Kentucky
Hit and Run Kills Joseph Estep of Sebree, Kentucky-Kentucky accident attorney
DATE: November 11, 2009
LOCATION: Henderson County Kentucky
TYPE: Late night hit and run accident kills Joseph Estep as he rode his scooter.
Kentucky State Police are investigating a hit and run accident that took the life of 51-year-old Joseph Estep of Sebree, Kentucky. The collision occurred on U.S. 41 just north of Kentucky 425 in Henderson County Kentucky. According to the police Estep was riding his scooter he was rear-ended. He was thrown from the scooter where he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The police have reported that Estep was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident and the investigation continues. My sympathies go out to the family and loved ones of Mr. Estep. Fatal accidents are devastating to all loved ones
Zelma and Thomas Roberts Both Die as a Result of an Accident in Jefferson County Kentucky
Fatal Accident in Jefferson County Kentucky Claims Lives of Elderly Couple-Louisville Fatal Accident AttorneyDATE: October 23, 2009
LOCATION: Greenbelt Highway, Louisville, Kentucky
TYPE: Car Accident in Jefferson County Kentucky Kills Zelma and Thomas Roberts.
In a tragic accident on Friday night a couple in their eighties was both killed. According to the reports the car, a Buick, driven by Mr. Roberts was turning left from the Greenbelt Highway onto Ashby Lane when another vehicle, a mustang, crashed into the passenger side of the Robert’s car. The impact was so great that it sent the Robert’s into the ditch nearby.
Zelma Roberts, age 83 was the passenger in the Buick and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her husband, Thomas H. Roberts, age 86, was transported to the hospital but died Saturday morning according to the Jefferson County Deputy Coroner.
The driver of the mustang’s identity has not been released or if they suffered any injuries in the accident. Our condolences go to the family and loved ones of Mr. and Mrs. Roberts.
One Killed and One Injured in Fatal Accident in Jefferson County Kentucky
Fatal Accident in Jefferson County Kentucky Kills One and Injures Teen-Kentucky FatalAccident Attorney
DATE: October 24, 2009
LOCATION: Third Street Road; Louisville, Kentucky
TYPE: Police are investigating a fatal accident that occurred on Third Street Road near Lamborne Boulevard.
Late Saturday afternoon, shortly before 5 p.m. a car traveling northbound on Third Street Road was reported as driving erratically before it crossed over the road and hit another car head on. Louisville Metro Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating the accident.
The driver of the car traveling north was pronounced dead at the scene. She has been identified as 27-year-old Melissa Walker. The driver of the car Walker hit is reported to as being a 17-year-old. The 17-year-old was transported to Kosair Children’s Hospital for treatment of injuries suffered due to the accident. Her identity has not been released.
Fortunately there were no passengers in either vehicle. Our sympathies go out to the family of Ms. Walker and we hope for a complete and speedy recovery for the young lady injured.
Auto Accident on Westbound Watterson Expressway Kills 2
Fatal Accident Kills 2 on Watterson Expressway in Jefferson County Kentucky-Louisville Accident AttorneyDATE: October 20, 2009
LOCATION: Westbound I-264, Louisville, Kentucky
TYPE: Early morning crash on I-264 kills two drivers.
Louisville Metro Police are investigating an accident that occurred shortly before 3 a.m. on Interstate 264 that claimed the lives of two people. According to reports a Dodge Intrepid driven by a woman was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes of the interstate. Apparently she and a Honda driven by a man collided in the westbound lanes. Police have not ruled out the involvement of alcohol.
Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene and police report that there were no passengers in either car. A third vehicle was clipped in the collision but no injuries were sustained.
As an attorney who has represented survivors of fatal accidents I have seen the grief people experience when they lose a loved one. I can be and often is debilitating. My sympathies go out to the families of the drivers in this accident.
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