Louisville Injury Law Blog

What Is the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Negligence? The main difference between wrongful death and negligence is that wrongful death is a legal remedy, and negligence determines who is liable in wrongful death and personal injury claims. For wrongful death and personal injury claims to be successful, the complainant must show that someone else’s […]

Navigating a personal injury lawsuit can be confusing. It’s a complicated process. If you don’t hire an experienced personal injury lawyer to represent you, the outcome of your case might be unfavorable. Before you file your lawsuit, you must confirm you’re within the required timeframe. You can’t file suit if it’s been more than one […]

Everyone applying to be a commercial truck driver must obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and complete the necessary skills and driving tests. Commercial trucks are challenging to operate. Drivers must know how to maneuver them in dangerous conditions and respond appropriately in an emergency. An unlicensed or unqualified driver can cause an accident. Requirements […]

One vital piece of evidence you need to get your hands on following a significant car accident in which you were injured is the police accident report. While obtaining this document is not difficult, reading and understanding its contents can be tricky. At , our legal team wants to help you understand what kind of […]

If you have been injured in a car accident in Kentucky and another party is to blame, you may be eligible to file a claim for compensation for your losses. However, in order to ensure that you have a chance at recovering the full and fair compensation you deserve, it is important to keep track […]

If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident through no fault of your own, the first step you (or your attorney) should take after the accident is to gather evidence of liability. This evidence could include medical documents, financial information, and witness testimony. However, one of the strongest pieces of evidence you can obtain […]

Whether it is written or electronic, all truck drivers are required to keep a record of the time they spend on the road. Federal and state laws mandate how many hours a driver can spend behind the wheel and when breaks must be taken. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has developed a series […]

Being seriously injured by someone else’s error can turn your whole world upside down. Suddenly, instead of living your life the way you always have, you have to deal with the pain and trauma of your injuries and the event that caused them. People often think of the physical pain that an injured person experiences. […]

Have you been involved in a truck accident? If so, you know first-hand what a terrifying experience it is to have your life upended by a commercial vehicle. Unfortunately, most truck accident victims don’t know that the key to getting meaningful compensation for their injuries may rest in the hands of the trucking company. Most […]

Truckers and trucking companies are held to high standards of safety when they’re operating. Unfortunately, truckers and their companies do not always meet these standards, which require truckers to be well-rested, and this can lead to accidents. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), about 13 percent of accidents involving commercial motor vehicle […]