Car accidents are one of the leading non-combat causes of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the United States. While many people associate PTSD with military combat, serious vehicle collisions can also produce lasting psychological trauma that affects nearly every aspect of daily life. PTSD after a car accident is not simply fear or nervousness. It […]
Truck Accident Investigation: What Evidence is Critical
A thorough truck accident investigation in Kentucky often makes the difference between a successful injury claim and no recovery at all. To recover compensation, the injured party must prove negligence by a preponderance of the evidence, meaning it is more likely than not that the other party caused the crash. Strong evidence is also necessary […]
The Role of Trucking Company Negligence in Accidents
Kentucky trucking company negligence plays a central role in many serious truck accident claims. While negligent drivers may directly cause collisions, trucking companies are often legally and financially responsible for the resulting damages. Identifying all liable parties is critical, especially because truck accidents frequently involve catastrophic injuries and substantial losses. Truck collisions often result in […]
Liability in Multi-Vehicle Truck Accidents
Multi-vehicle truck accidents in Kentucky often involve multiple potentially responsible parties. In these cases, an employer may be liable for its driver’s negligence under the doctrine of respondeat superior while Kentucky’s pure comparative fault rule governs how fault is apportioned between all involved parties. (The comparative fault statute, KRS 411.182, requires damages to be reduced […]
Injuries Common in Semi-Truck Accidents and How They Differ from Car Accidents
Kentucky semi-truck accident injuries are often more severe than those sustained in standard car crashes. The difference is largely attributable to physics. A typical passenger vehicle weighs about 4,000 pounds, while a fully loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. When that much weight is involved, the force of impact increases dramatically. Because of […]
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