Have you been in a Kentucky automobile accident? Being involved in a car wreck could cause you serious injuries. The most common injury experienced in Kentucky auto accidents are strain or sprain injuries. A sprain is an injury to a tough, thick and fibrous tissue that connects bones together called the ligament. The ligament’s purpose … Continued
When you are injured in an accident, you may have a broken bone. Doctors use many terms to describe these breaks and fractures. What do these terms really mean? First, we’ll start with the basics. Bones and fractures Many already know this, but what is a bone and fracture? Bones are rigid organs that form … Continued
How will President Obama’s health care plan affect the treatment you receive after an accident in Kentucky? President Obama discussed passing a health care reform on March 21, 2010 and touched on this subject. “The United States congress finally declare that America’s workers, that America’s families and that America’s small businesses deserve the security of … Continued
What is Spondylolysis? Spondylolysis is a defect in the connection between vertebrae or the bones that make up the spinal column. The defect can lead to small stress fractures and weaken the bones that slip out of place. Many people with spondylolysis do not feel any symptoms and don’t even know that they have this … Continued
A lot of people like dogs. A dog is considered man’s best friend, protector and buddy. Despite the joy a dog might bring to humans, a dog bite, attack or injury exist and can harm Kentuckians. Studies showed that 1,000 Americans are treated per day in emergency rooms due to dog bites. In 2010, there … Continued
Is it too early to be making New Year’s resolutions? Of course not! The Schafer Law Office is asking everyone to make “No Texting While Driving” their New Year’s resolution. Why? Well, in less than a week, January 1, 2011, police across Kentucky are going to quit giving verbal warnings and start handing out tickets … Continued
There was a case in 2010 that involved an uninsured vehicle. The case explored what was an uninsured vehicle under the Uninsured Motorist Coverage in your Kentucky car insurance policy. Uninsured Motorist Coverage is the part of your insurance policy that will cover you if you are the victim of an accident and the person … Continued
If you want ten times the insurance, that doesn’t mean it’ll cost you ten times as much. Your insurance agent may not tell you that additional insurance will not cost you that much more unless you ask. Why? It’s because it’s a bad deal for the insurance company but a good deal for you. Ask … Continued
One of the biggest reasons why Kentucky car accident cases fail is because of the lack of documentation. After calling the police so they can come help you at the accident scene, you should start gathering evidence, if you are able. The most important thing you can do is to document everything that happens in … Continued
Suspects on the television crime shows are always talking to the police. They are constantly volunteering information before they ever consult with an attorney. If that’s how it’s done on television, it must be a good idea. This is wrong! Volunteering information almost always back fires on television. The same thing happens in real life. … Continued
You have been in a car accident in Kentucky. Now, you are going to the doctor and getting treated for your injuries from the accident. You feel better but you are not fully recovered. Then, you get a letter from your car insurance company that says your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits are exhausted. Should you … Continued
We all mourned the tragic truck accident in Hart County. That accident was one of the deadliest accidents in the U.S. in the last 20 years. The investigation showed the cause of the accident was due to distracted driving by a truck driver. Kentucky has enacted a law that prohibits texting while driving. This activity … Continued
Kentucky car accident victims often wonder whether or not they’re going to be paid for the time they are unable to work as a result of an accident. That is, whether or not they can collect their lost wages. If the accident wasn’t their fault, the answer is yes. If the accident was their fault, … Continued
Child safety is very important. That is why we’d like to remind everyone of National Playground Safety Week. Playgrounds are an awesome place to take your children, but did you know that about 75% of child accidents occur at public playgrounds? Here is an outline of a few different safety measures we can all employ … Continued
Bicycle and pedestrian accidents that happen in Kentucky pose different questions and different answers for the accident victims. I’ve had both bicycle and pedestrian accident victims come into my office after being hit by a car and have suffered serious injuries. They wonder if they have a case. They’ve been hurt and want to recover … Continued
Playgrounds are a great place for kids to play. They can play with friends, have fun and get some exercise. However, it’s important to make sure the playground is safe for your kids. One of the best practices for parents or guardians to do is to supervise your kids as they play. This will allow … Continued
Kentucky is a No-Fault insurance state. What does this mean? There are a lot of Kentucky accident victims who hear this term and believe that this means that it doesn’t matter who caused an automobile accident. They believe that anyone who is injured in a Kentucky automobile accident can recover for their pain and suffering. … Continued
No 16-year-old really wants to take driver’s education classes. The thought of driving around in a car with a sign on top that says “new driver” just isn’t cool. However, it does teach and show them how to properly drive a car. Maybe that is why parents want their kids to participate in these classes. … Continued
Two fatal accidents within hours of each other On Monday, January 4, 2010, shortly after 9 p.m., two drivers were involved in a fatal accident. One of the driver’s names was Joe Carr and the other driver was David Thompson. The accident occurred on KY 52 near Waco. Thompson’s car left his side of road and … Continued
I was driving my 16-year-old daughter to school a few years ago. She had her driver’s permit and was learning to drive. She was very excited about it. She told me that there was a program at her high school that was preempted by the school. My daughter’s school felt that the content was too … Continued
An injured car accident victim was dipping a chip into salsa at a restaurant. The restaurant’s surveillance cameras record the victim. An insurance company involved in the victim’s case gets a copy of that recording. The recording was then turned over to a doctor who never examined the accident victim. The doctor says the victim … Continued
We have all seen the cable barriers that have been put in the medians on I-64 and I-265 in Louisville, Kentucky and other interstates. They save lives and prevent auto accidents from turning deadly. However, are there improvements that could be made to make them safer? Related: How To Help Road Accident Victims In Kentucky … Continued
Kentucky accident victims have a serious problem that happens over and over again. This problem has to do with car insurance, and unfortunately, the frequency has increased. The problem is not with the accident victim but with the person that caused the accident. The at-fault party has been charged criminally for not having insurance. This … Continued
One of the most popular vehicles these days is a pickup truck. It’s great for hauling loads and helping people move. It seems like everyone knows at least one person with a pickup truck. They are especially popular in rural areas and with teenaged boys. However, they do come with their share of risks. One … Continued
Whose fault is an accident? This largely depends on the situation. For example, let’s pretend a man named Tony is driving through a neighborhood. He is driving at the speed limit, has his seat belt fastened and is aware of his surroundings. Then, all of the sudden, the car in front of Tony slams on … Continued
