Swimming pool owners have a legal responsibility to provide a safe environment on their property. Everyone understands the risks of using a swimming pool, but that does not mean their owners do not have premises liability. According to the National Floor Safety...
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How does drowsiness impact drivers?
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Feb 8, 2022 | Personal Injury
Drowsy driving occurs when you get into a car and drive when you are too tired to operate the vehicle safely. Drowsy driving is responsible for many car accident injuries and deaths every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in a survey,...
When to take legal action for birth injuries
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog, Personal Injury
It's not uncommon for birth injuries to occur during the delivery process, and many of these injuries are preventable in Kentucky. If you think your child may have suffered one or multiple injuries due to medical negligence, you may need to take legal action. Birth...
Catastrophic injuries and car accidents
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Oct 22, 2021 | Blog, Personal Injury
Any car crash has the potential to change your life. However, some accidents may cause catastrophic bodily damage. What is a catastrophic injury? When a person sustains irreversible and permanent damage to the body, life changes. Find out more about the common type of...
What needs to be included in a parenting plan?
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Sep 27, 2021 | Blog
Divorcing your spouse doesn't necessarily mean that this person is going to be out of your life for good. If you have a child with this individual, Kentucky law will typically require you to work with this person to raise that young person to adulthood. The terms that...
Cocaine charges in Kentucky
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Aug 2, 2021 | Blog
It is illegal in all states to buy, sell or manufacture controlled substances. Controlled substances such as cocaine pose a danger to society, so each state sets stern laws to combat them. For this reason, a person in Frankfurt, Kentucky, caught with cocaine can face...
Dog bite laws in Kentucky
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Jul 30, 2021 | Animal Bites, Blog
Whether a dog is a working animal or a family pet, every dog owner in the state should have some information about Kentucky's dog bite laws. This is because state law holds owners strictly liable for their dogs' actions. It's important to understand what the risks are...
Common mitigating circumstances
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | May 27, 2021 | Blog
Mitigating circumstances are certain factors that may reduce a defendant's sentence or reduce their charges. There are a variety of circumstances that can achieve this outcome, so here are a few of the most common mitigating circumstances in Kentucky. Defendant’s age...
Are UPS trucks likely to cause a serious accident?
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | May 13, 2021 | Truck Accidents
The United Parcel Service, known to most customers as UPS, delivers a large volume of packages and cargo. UPS drivers know that they must get their deliveries to Kentucky recipients on time, which may be difficult when traveling into unfamiliar areas or on congested...
Determining fault for dog bites
On Behalf of Michael L. Hawkins & Associates, P.L.L.C. | Apr 7, 2021 | Animal Bites
Dogs enjoy a status similar to other members of many Kentucky families. But dog owners must keep in mind that even the most docile dogs pose a threat to both the people and other animals they encounter. When a dog attacks a person, the owner becomes liable for damage...
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