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7 Legal Terms You Should Know About Your Debt

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on October 8, 2021
Debt Collection Harassment Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky

Most people at some point in life have some type of debt. This may include unpaid charges on a credit card, rent, student loan aid, a mortgage on a house, owed taxes, or alimony and child support payments, for example. If you miss scheduled payments on your unpaid debt, it is possible your creditors may […]

Help! If I’m Partially At-Fault, Can I Still Sue in Kentucky?

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 30, 2021
Comparative Negligence Laws in Louisville, Kentucky Determine Fault in Accident

Some accidents aren’t completely black-and-white. If you’re a pedestrian, illegally jaywalking across the street, and are hit by a driver who’s texting, who’s to blame? Maybe you both are! In legal terms, this is called comparative negligence. If you’re ever involved in an accident and are partially at fault, you may wonder if you can […]

5 Signs You May Be In A Hostile Work Environment

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 24, 2021
Toxic Work Environment Lawyer in Louisville, Kentucky

Nobody begins a new job thinking that they’ll have to deal with a hostile workplace or toxic employer. And, unfortunately, many people don’t even realize that they’re in an inhospitable environment until it has taken a toll on their mental, physical, or financial wellbeing. That’s because it’s easy to convince yourself that your dissatisfaction at […]

Pedestrian Safety in Back to School Season

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 12, 2021
Pedestrian safety in back to school season is very important

We’re all familiar with the excitement and change that the beginning of a new school year brings. Early mornings, after-school sports and late nights of homework affect the daily routines and circadian rhythms of disgruntled parents and their kids, everywhere. If you have a child going back to school this fall, it’s important to educate […]

Personal Injury Statutes of Limitations in Kentucky

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 27, 2021
Personal Injury Attorneys in Louisville Kentucky

Did you know that there’s a time limit for filing a lawsuit? If you don’t start the legal process within a certain span of time, you can lose the opportunity to receive any sort of compensation for your pain, injury and suffering. The amount of time you have to make your case is known as […]

How to Handle Medical Misdiagnoses

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 7, 2021
Doctor misdiagnosing patient

What is Misdiagnosis? Misdiagnosis, or failure to diagnose an illness or injury, is one of the most common errors in the medical field. Approximately 12 million Americans are misdiagnosed every year, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. For most people, misdiagnoses lead to physical, financial, and psychological complications. In cases of misdiagnosis, the […]

Bicycle-Car Collisions: An Overview

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 28, 2021
Louisville bike accident attorney

Over 47.5 million Americans bike regularly. Whether it be for leisure, exercise, and/or transportation, biking is an increasingly popular activity, especially in the warmer months. However, as more cyclists hit the road, so does the chance of accidents. While the rate of collision with motor vehicles is still quite low, these incidences can result in […]

15 Legal Terms You Should Know, According to a Personal Injury Attorney

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 21, 2021
Cooper and Friedman Law Firm Important Legal Terms To Know

Being able to communicate with legal terminology isn’t confined to the courtroom—many industries and environments require a working knowledge of legal terms. In fact, having a handle of these terms can give you a competitive advantage in many business environments, boosting your professionalism and know-how. No matter how many John Grisham novels you’ve read or […]

How To Handle Nursing Home Neglect

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 13, 2021
Lonely old woman in negligent nursing home

Elder abuse is frighteningly common at nursing homes and long-term care facilities. According to the National Council on Aging, 1 in 10 Americans over the age of 60 have experienced some type of elder abuse. The most common type of elder abuse at nursing homes is neglect, defined as the failure of employees to uphold […]

Emergency Room Malpractice

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 23, 2021

Emergency rooms (ERs) are fast-paced, high-pressure spaces. Medical staff have to handle a constant influx of new patients, suffering from every type of illness and injury, from relatively minor to life-threatening. Emergency room malpractice is a legitimate concern for patients. Unfortunately, the ER environment heightens the risk of medical mistakes and malpractice; studies have shown […]