Teenagers behind the wheel in Kentucky lack the experience that older drivers on the roads have. They are also more likely to become distracted by other people or ongoings in their vehicles. This may explain, at least in part, why, when teen drivers have teen...
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When should I file for wrongful death?
In the aftermath of a loved one's sudden death, you probably will not be thinking about filing a lawsuit. It may be way down on the list of things you need to do. Still, if the death was the result of someone else's negligence, you may want to consider filing a...
What happens if someone dies during a personal injury claim?
An accident injury can leave someone you love struggling to recover. A personal injury claim may prove beneficial in providing compensation in the aftermath. What happens if someone dies during the process? If your loved one dies before a personal injury case ends,...
How to cope with the wrongful death of a loved one
While coming to terms with the loss of a loved one is never easy, it can be more difficult in the case of wrongful death. Seeking justice on your loved one's behalf can help, but the process can take time. The American Psychological Association offers suggestions on...
What is the median cost of a funeral?
In a wrongful death case, not only do you have the unexpected grief to overcome as a result of losing a loved one, there are funeral costs to reckon with as well. These costs levy a distinct burden both financially and emotionally since funeral homes often require the...
Grieving wrongful death and seeking compensation
An untimely death resulting from negligence can leave families reeling with sadness. Discovering their loved one may not have died if others acted responsibly can prolong suffering and bring feelings of anger. Families whose loved ones fall victim to another person's...
What damages can I receive for wrongful death?
A wrongful death lawsuit can enable you to recover compensation for your loss. Damages in a case might include payment for the direct costs, such as medical expenses, and for other costs, such as suffering and loss of companionship. According to the Kentucky General...
Can your family sue for wrongful death?
When a loved one dies unexpectedly in an accident caused by someone else, your grief can make handling practical matters difficult. Unfortunately, medical bills and funeral expenses can make it difficult for your family to make ends meet, especially when the deceased...
When a wrongful death lawsuit can or cannot be filed
Filing a wrongful death lawsuit can be hard without knowledge of the Kentucky laws that govern this process. First of all, there is the question of what the statute of limitations is. Here, plaintiffs must file suit within one year after the date of the decedent's...
Civil lawsuit focuses on parents of murderer
When families lose a loved one in an accident or even a murder, it may be possible to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Kentucky. In Pennsylvania, the families of four men murdered in 2017 have filed lawsuits against the parents of the man convicted of the crime....