The risks posed by a distracted driver have been a growing concern for several years. Driving while using a cell phone, for example, was attributed to over 800 fatal car accidents in this country in 2017. The number of observed motorists using cell phones also rose,...
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Liability may be on the menu for restaurants
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jan 24, 2019 | Premises Liability
Restaurants open their doors to serve the public. But, like other businesses, restaurants and taverns can face premises liability claims for not taking reasonable steps to protect their diners. A restaurant's major product can also be a major source of liability....
Speeding prevention needs accelerated
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jan 18, 2019 | Car Accidents
Driving at excessive speeds has been a major part of traffic fatalities in this country. Despite serious car accidents, however, speeding has been publicly-acceptable and prevention efforts have been limited. The Governor's Highway Safety Association made these...
Know what to do if you’re in a truck crash
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jan 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Whether it's the United Parcel Service (UPS), commercial drivers delivering goods or other large trucks, there is always a risk that they could cause a serious collision. Commercial trucks create unique dangers to smaller vehicles. If they do cause a crash, the...
Medical review panels are a solution in search of a problem
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jan 10, 2019 | Wrongful Death
The Kentucky state Supreme Court unanimously declared that the state's medical review panels, which required a panel evaluation of pending lawsuits, were unconstitutional. A constitutional amendment is being considered, which would re-establish these panels. However,...
Boating and drinking
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jan 3, 2019 | Wrongful Death
Drunk driving is not only a threat onshore and with cars. Drunk boating has also been a major factor in wrongful death in lakes and rivers in this country. It was uncovered that alcohol was the major contributor and the primary factor in 15 percent of fatal boating...
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