According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, more men than women die each year in motor vehicle crashes. Men are also found to drive more miles as compared to women and more often engage in risky driving behaviors, too. Despite this, women are reported to be more likely to get injured or killed in … Continued
Picture this scenario. You are at the grocery store, and all of a sudden, you slip and fall on a wet spot in one of the aisles. Even if the fall hurts, you will likely keep the complaining to yourself. But, the truth is, if you’re injured because of the negligence of the grocery store, you … Continued
Why Get Car Insurance? Protect one of your biggest investments, yourself, and your loved ones by getting car insurance. When car accidents happen, or other vehicle-related incidents involving your car, a car insurance policy will relieve you from financial hardship. Car insurance generally comes in two forms, liability coverage, and property damage. Liability coverage pays … Continued
The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS), Kentucky State Police (KSP), and other law enforcement agencies are combining forces to promote the holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. The campaign started on December 9 and will run through January 1, 2020. It is funded through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which … Continued
The weather is beautiful in Kentucky this time of year. The crisp fall weather doesn’t mean that there will be fewer pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcycles on Kentucky roads. When you are out driving and enjoying the weather, please be extra careful. Don’t drive distracted and pay attention to what and who is on the road. This … Continued
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4% of nearly 150,000 adults ages 18 and older in 19 states and the District of Columbia admitted to falling asleep while driving at least once in the previous 30 days. These individuals had only six hours of sleep or fewer. Statistics The National Highway … Continued
Common Back Injuries After a Car Accident One of the biggest mistakes people make after they have been in an auto accident is assuming they are not hurt. Whether you are in a minor or serious accident, it is important to get checked out by a doctor as soon as possible. That way, you can … Continued
One text or call is all it takes to wreck it all. This makes sense. Those few seconds you look away from the road could cost you your life. Taking a Toll on Us Driver inattention or distracted driving is cited by recent studies as the number one reason for causing crashes and near-crashes. The … Continued
Walking is a healthy habit. It’s good for the environment too. However, it doesn’t come without dangers. Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users. I have had two calls this week about High Schoolers being struck by cars while crossing the street. Statistics In a recent study conducted by the Louisville Metro Public Work, … Continued
What to do After a Semi-Truck Accident If you have been involved and injured in a semi-truck accident, time could be of the essence. To the trucking industry, accidents involving tractor-trailers are part of their day-to-day business. When there is a truck accident, the driver of the tractor-trailer will notify their parent company as soon … Continued
