Georgetown Legal Blog
Beware of bicycle and pedestrian road accidents
Many adults enjoy cycling to work. Community leaders herald bicycles as a wonderful green method of transportation. Those who trade their car use for bicycles find they get the benefit of more exercise and avoid the ever-increasing price of fuel. More people are also...
How to prevent common distractions you face on the road
Perhaps, you want to put your windows up and turn on the air conditioner while driving on a sunny afternoon. This will require you to take at least one of your hands off the wheel to press the appropriate buttons, and you might have to take your eyes off the road to...
How to know if you have an accident case
Accidents are overwhelming, no matter if it’s your first or your fifth. Not only are they stressful and scary, but it can be difficult to know what to do after. Many people find themselves wondering if they should be filing a lawsuit to get coverage for the damages...
Steps to take immediately following a car accident
The sudden impact of a car accident can leave drivers in a state of shock. A person’s brain goes into safety mode during traumatic events, which can impair decision making. Kentucky residents recently in a car crash may face legal consequences unless they keep a clear...
Establishing negligence in car accidents
There are many factors that come into play when establishing who is at fault when an automobile accident has taken place. To make matters even more complicated, there are subtleties and nuances that make matters far more complex to understand who is at fault. It is...
Consulting with an attorney after an accident
Immediately after suffering a car accident, it is very difficult for the person to know what to do. The person might be physically hurt, in shock, disoriented, trying to fully grasp and understand what just happened. Even though the impact of the crash was not as...
Why is negligence essential in a personal injury case?
After an accident, you may hear the term "negligence" often from insurance company employees. They may focus on getting to the bottom of why the crash happened, who caused it, and if there were contributing factors. In some instances, there is no finding of...
What are the signs of a spinal cord injury?
Impact trauma to the head, neck or spine can result in a debilitating spinal cord injury. The extent of disability depends on the location and severity of the injury. According to the Mayo Clinic, auto accidents cause more than 50% of spinal cord injuries each year. ...
What should I know about eating while driving?
You might feel the urge to stop by your favorite coffee drive-thru on the way to work, or to get a cheeseburger from a fast food place on your lunch break. While many people think nothing of eating while driving to and from a place of work or leisure, the truth is...
What factors lead to a truck accident?
As a truck driver, you have a responsibility to be aware of how to maneuver your vehicle in traffic. Learning more about what common situations lead to a crash can help you to keep yourself and others safe. Bodily health In the blink of an eye, one bad decision can...
