Archives for: March 14th, 2023
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 14, 2023
Liability cases on an individual scale can sometimes have difficulty becoming breaking news, but when a liability case has several thousand filed cases and a large payout, people tend to pay more attention to it. In 2023, there are a few ongoing cases and one or two burgeoning ones that have either already piqued the […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 4, 2023
New Year’s Resolutions bring all sorts of people out of their comfort zones and into spaces where there is a high possibility of injury. The gym is one of these places; a lot of heavy weights, confusing machinery, a lot of newcomers, and perhaps not enough staff to handle it all can be a […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 14, 2022
The loss or injury of an animal or pet can certainly be a heartbreaking and frustrating ordeal when it comes to veterinary medical malpractice. It’s not something you ever want to have to face, or even think about – but what actually happens if you suspect your veterinarian has violated medical laws and committed medical […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 22, 2022
To follow the law, you need to know and understand the law. Sometimes, this is more easily said than done, especially when considering the high number of new laws passed each year. Just this year the Kentucky General Assembly passed 234 bills, many of which have recently taken effect on July 14th. These new laws […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 12, 2022
Horses are powerful and majestic animals. Here in Kentucky, our longstanding tradition of horse racing is a testament to the longevity and popularity of equine activity. However, the same qualities that make horses such captivating creatures – strength, size, and intelligence – can also make them quite dangerous. In fact, the risk of hospitalization for […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 20, 2022
No one wants to be in a car wreck. In 2020, these dangerous and costly collisions claimed 780 lives in Kentucky alone. Even in the best-case scenario, where no one is injured, a wreck can cause significant property damage and leave you with higher insurance rates. Luckily, a skilled and knowledgeable driver can often avoid […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 31, 2022
The U.S. Constitution’s Bill of Rights provides Americans with an extensive list of the rights and protections afforded to them by the government. These rights and protections are foundational to our society, informing the actions of our law enforcement and courts. The Fourth Amendment specifically protects Americans from “unreasonable search and seizure,” but what exactly […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 23, 2022
Sure, we all know them when we see them, but what exactly classifies a truck as “large?” In the United States, truck sizes are determined by gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), which measures the maximum loaded-weight of the truck. Using GVWR, there are 8 classes of truck, ranging from Class 1: Light Duty (0-6,000 pounds), […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 12, 2022
If you suffered a blow, fall, car accident, or some other type of injury to your head, it is possible that you may experience a concussion. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), upwards of three million people in the U.S., including children and adults, suffer from concussions every year. […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on April 21, 2022
There is widespread agreement that cell phone usage can be extremely distracting while operating a motor vehicle. According to the United States Department of Transportation (NHTSA), over 3,100 Americans died due to accidents involving distracted driving in 2020. Many expect these numbers to continue to climb. Distracted driving is defined as any type of activity […]