Archives for: October 21st, 2024
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on October 21, 2024
For many children in Kentucky, Halloween is a night that they look forward to every year. When else do you get to dress up as your favorite character, hang out outside as it gets dark, see your friends’ costumes, and get free candy? There are many families who look forward to handing out candy […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 8, 2024
Sovereign immunity is a term that describes the government and its entities’ inability to be sued without its consent. To the ordinary person, this might seem unfair, as the government is not perfect and can make mistakes that affect people. This is true even when it comes to personal injuries that happen on public […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 25, 2024
Going to the playground is a very popular summertime activity for kids. Stay-at-home parents take their kids to run out some energy, daycares have them for outside play time, and they’re great for parties and get-togethers. But, with more activity on the playground, there is also a larger risk for playground accidents. If your […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 6, 2024
After Memorial Day hits, lakes, rivers, and other waterways become much busier. Boating season has arrived! From seasoned boat owners to first-time sailors, there are a lot of boats out on the water in the summer. However, no matter how much time you have under your boating belt, safety precautions should always be taken. […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 21, 2024
When it comes to personal injury cases, there are many elements that clients and attorneys must consider for a successful lawsuit. What, when, who, and the defendant’s intent are all factors that play a part in success. These factors will decide which of the three different types of torts your case falls under: Strict […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 26, 2024
Choosing a personal lawyer that is the right fit for you and your needs can be tricky. After all, it feels like there are so many out there to choose from! Lawyers in Louisville, KY seem to be a dime-a-dozen, but not every law firm is the same. This makes research very important when […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 10, 2024
Legal terms that are used to describe cases can be rather confusing and disorienting when two or more terms are used interchangeably. Premise liability and slip-and-fall cases are oftentimes used in this way. However, although they are connected, they are not the same! Instead, these terms – along with ‘personal injury’ – are more […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 26, 2023
In a previous blog, “Slip and Fall Terminology and What You Should Know About Your Case,” we discussed six factors and legal terms that need to be considered when deciding whether or not to take your case to court. Two of those factors – comparative negligence and the open and obvious doctrine – are […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 7, 2023
Choosing whether or not to pursue action against someone who has wronged you can be a difficult decision in many situations. But what if it’s a minor or juvenile who wrongs you? You still suffer injury or property damage, but it can seem like a different world when it comes to suing minors, and […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 29, 2023
In ‘Part 1′ of Personal Injuries Involving Children, we explored the two options that children who are the victims of personal injury have when it comes to bringing their case to court and obtaining proper compensation for their injury. But there is a flipside: what if a child causes a serious personal injury? You can’t […]