Archives for: September 12th, 2016
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 12, 2016
Environmental contamination is a serious issue across the U.S. Toxic chemicals put people and animals at great risk for serious health problems. Environmental toxins are thought to contribute to serious increased rates of cancer, organ failure, developmental problems, and much more. In the State of Kentucky, the Energy and Environment Cabinet includes three departments that work together […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 23, 2016
Truck accident safety is a serious concern for passengers and drivers alike. Large trucks were involved in more than 3,660 deaths that occurred last year on the United States roadways, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Trucks weigh 20 to 30 times as much as typical passenger cars, making smaller vehicles larger targets […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 19, 2016
Regardless of where you live, every state in the U.S. requires drivers to purchase car insurance. While the type of coverage may vary state-to-state, this initiative, which started in its most simple form back in 1927, is focused on reducing the number of uninsured drivers across the country. As Louisville car accident attorneys practicing throughout […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 12, 2016
August 11, 2016 – Louisville personal injury law firm Cooper and Friedman PLLC is sponsoring the 15th Annual Double Bogey Invitational on Saturday, August 13, 2016, starting at 8 a.m. This golf tournament fundraiser will take place at the Golf Club of Dublin, Ohio. This event is raising money for Families for a Cure, a […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 5, 2016
Currently, the world’s elderly population makes up 8.5 percent of the entire population. By 2050, the U.S. Census Reports have estimated that this population will grow to 17 percent. This large increase is a result of the expansive baby boomer generation getting older over the next four decades. With the increase in the elderly population, […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 27, 2016
Truck accidents can be very serious like the one that severely injured comedian Tracey Morgan and killed his friend and colleague James McNair (also known as Jimmy Mack). And the majority of deaths that happen due to truck accidents involve people traveling in passenger cars and other vehicles. If you’re ever the victim of a […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 22, 2016
Last year was Louisville’s deadliest year since 1979 with a total of 84 homicides. And in July 2016, the city has already surpassed this number and the violence is increasing. In order to address this very serious issue, local activists, artists and community members are coming together to host Peace Fest 2016. Peace Fest 2016 Focuses […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 20, 2016
Cooper & Friedman Associate Attorney Ashley Ervin serves as board member for C.H.O.I.C.E., Inc. (Children Have Options in Choosing Experiences). This local nonprofit group was founded in Louisville, Kentucky, in 1987. C.H.O.I.C.E. Inc. works to steer local at-risk youth toward making positive life choices through guidance, counseling and mentorships with Jefferson County Public Schools. C.H.O.I.C.E. Inc. […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 8, 2016
The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission defines pregnancy discrimination as the act of “treating a woman (an applicant or employee) unfavorably because of pregnancy, childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth.” The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) was created in 1978 to protect women from being discriminated against in any aspect of […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 23, 2016
It seems like every time we turn on the news, there is some horror story involving medical malpractice lawsuits. These stories recount botched surgeries, serious medical errors and even unexpected deaths. And now researchers at Johns Hopkins are estimating that medical negligence is the third leading cause of death in the United States. This means […]
