Federal drug testing rules and commercial driver's licensing standards that were enacted in the 1990s have reduced the number of truck crashes involving drugs. However, several fatal accidents, the increasing legalization of marijuana use and the increased awareness...
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State supreme court expands police liability
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jun 20, 2019 | Wrongful Death
Since 1952, police in Kentucky have been immune from lawsuits in the event that a car chase caused death or injury to third parties. Earlier this month, the state Supreme Court issued a ruling eliminating this blanket immunity and overturning its 67-year-old decision....
Kentucky Medical Malpractice Facts
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jun 13, 2019 | Wrongful Death
Kentucky, like other states, has legal requirements for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. Meeting these procedures is essential for a wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit when doctors or health care facilities provided substandard care. Otherwise, there may...
Stopping to help? Avoid a pedestrian crash
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jun 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
If you're driving and notice that someone has broken down on the side of the road, will you pull over to stop? Many people will, which is wonderful for those who need help. The problem is that being outside your vehicle on any roadway is dangerous. Pedestrian...
Motorists drive over three miles daily while distracted
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jun 6, 2019 | Car Accidents
Distracted driving was involved in over 3,000 traffic fatalities in 2017. A recent study revealed that the average American motorist drives 3.3 miles while distracted each day. This behavior only multiplies the risk of car accidents. The study was conducted by...
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