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Share the Road: Considering Motorcycle Riders When Traveling

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 27, 2019

Driving is dangerous regardless of how good of a driver you are. There are thousands of small factors that aren’t considered when driving that have the potential to cause a serious accident. From spots of black ice when temperatures are below freezing to debris in the road from an overly full dump truck, the hazards […]

How Buses Have Changed Since the Carrollton Bus Crash of 1988

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 5, 2019

The Carrollton bus crash of 1988 was one of the most tragic vehicular collisions to occur in the 20th century. On the evening of May 14th, a school bus transporting 67 people, both children and adults, was hit head-on by a drunk driver traveling the wrong direction on Interstate 71. 27 people lost their lives […]

Semi Truck Facts & Accident Fatalities

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 14, 2019

Most passenger vehicle drivers tend to get a little nervous when driving in the vicinity of a large tractor trailer. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Highway Loss Data Institute, large trucks actually have a much lower crash rate than passenger cars. However, when an accident involving a semi truck does occur, […]

Wrongful Death Law in Kentucky

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on December 6, 2018

What is a Wrongful Death? A wrongful death is one that is the result of another’s negligence or intent to cause harm. Wrongful deaths are usually at the hand of medical malpractice, motorized vehicle accidents, a crime, or an unsafe product or workplace. Kentucky’s Wrongful Death Laws In the State of Kentucky, the victim’s family […]

Understanding No Fault Personal Injury Coverage in Kentucky

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 29, 2018

What is No Fault Personal Injury Coverage? No fault personal injury coverage pertains to a specific portion of one’s auto insurance policy. Kentucky is one of 12 states that has a no fault insurance system and car accident policy. This means that every licensed Kentucky driver except for motorcyclists, is required to have what is […]

7 Legal Concepts to Know for Personal Injury Cases

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 8, 2018
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As every personal injury case is unique, there are a broad range of legal concepts that can be applied given the circumstances. A personal injury case is one where an individual suffers as a result of the negligence or harmful intent of another. Damages awarded from personal injury cases can help one and or their […]

Bus Accident Statistics and FAQs from an Accident Attorney

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 16, 2018

Everyday thousands of buses carry people to and from school, work, and even across the country. Buses are an affordable and environmentally friendly transportation method. Thus they are becoming an increasingly popular choice of travel within the U.S. However, when a bus accident occurs, it often results in numerous injuries, fatalities and property damage. Both […]

Louisville Accident Attorney Explains Pedestrian Accidents Every Parent Should Know

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 14, 2018

It’s every parent’s goal to keep their children safe. However, at some point during the day, everyone is a pedestrian and at risk for being involved in a traffic accident. According to a report conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association, approximately 5,984 pedestrians were killed in 2017. This represents a trending increase that is […]

20 Facts about Truck Accidents from a Truck Accident Attorney

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 16, 2018

The trucking industry is an important part of the nation’s economy. The industry hauls trillions of dollars’ worth of goods back and forth across America. Trucks are involved in thousands of accidents each year due to the amount of time these drivers spend on the road. A truck accident can be caused by wide variety of […]

Understanding GPS and How It Plays a Role in Distracted Driving

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 29, 2017

As car accident attorneys, we recently shared a blog post on scary driving statistics that every driver should know. We were surprised to find that distracted driving is the leading cause of car accidents in the United States. Almost 80% of all accidents on the nation’s highways are caused by distracted driving, according to the […]

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