Kentucky follows a modified comparative fault law in wrongful death claims. This law directly impacts the amount of compensation you might receive. Understanding how the law works is essential when filing your claim. What is Kentucky’s comparative fault law?...
Personal Injury
Who can file a wrongful death claim in Kentucky?
Losing a loved one is even more heartbreaking when someone else’s actions caused their premature death. In Kentucky, certain people have the legal right to seek compensation through a wrongful death claim. This type of claim holds the responsible party accountable for...
Understanding the civil implications of the Ayers Road shooting
In a recent development, Lamonte Brewer has pleaded guilty to federal gun charges related to a shooting incident near the residence of NFL player Joe Mixon on Ayers Road. As a convicted felon, Brewer was legally prohibited from possessing firearms. Brewer admitted in...
Seeking justice: 3 recoverable damages in a wrongful death
Losing a loved one is one of the most devastating experiences life can offer. But the pain can be particularly unbearable when their death is a result of someone else’s negligence. In wrongful death cases, families often grapple with emotional turmoil and unexpected...
How could negligent entrustment impact Joe Mixon?
The civil case involving NFL player Joe Mixon and allegations of negligent entrustment has drawn widespread attention. The incident, which occurred on March 6, 2023, during a neighborhood game of NERF Wars in Cincinnati, Ohio, left a 16-year-old high school student...
How does contributory negligence affect wrongful death lawsuits?
Wrongful death claims seek compensation when someone's negligence leads to another person's death. In these cases, contributory negligence plays a significant role and can affect the outcome. Understanding contributory negligence is important for families considering...
What factors determine the compensation for non-economic damages?
In wrongful death claims, determining compensation for non-economic damages can be complex. Non-economic damages refer to losses that don't have a direct financial cost but affect the lives of the survivors. The relationship to the deceased One of the key factors in...
How to protect your teen drivers
As a parent, ensuring the safety of your teen drivers is a top priority. By taking proactive measures and fostering responsible behavior, you can help your teenagers navigate the roads safely. Driver's education matters In 2020, 2,800 teens aged 13-19 died and 227,000...
What are some common brain injury symptoms?
A brain injury is a health concern that can have a major impact on your life, and it can result from various causes, such as car accidents, falls or other trauma. Recognizing the common symptoms of a brain injury is important for timely diagnosis and appropriate...
Teenager shot while playing in Ohio
When you think of children playing in their yards, you likely imagine laughter, fun games and perhaps the occasional scraped knee. Yet, for one family in Ohio, an innocent game of Nerf Wars turned into a harrowing real-life nightmare. A teenager, in the midst of...