Concussion Symptoms May Disappear but the Injury Could Still Impact Driving
March 8th, 2017 by Attorney Julie Butcher
Millions of Americans suffer concussions every year. Depending on the severity of the concussion and whether the person has suffered one in the past, symptoms can linger for days, weeks or months. A recent study by the University of Georgia (UGA) shows that even after a driver no longer feels the effects of a concussion, […]
“A Losing Battle” – Large Trucks Getting Larger on Kentucky Roads
February 28th, 2017 by Attorney Julie Butcher
The large trucks we share the road with are getting much bigger, one industry at a time. This is despite the evidence that larger trucks take a greater toll on infrastructure and potentially place drivers in greater danger. Kentucky lawmakers have passed measures that allow certain businesses to put trucks exceeding 80,000 pounds on state […]
Could Personal Breathalyzers Reduce Drunk Driving?
February 7th, 2017 by Attorney Julie Butcher
Smartphones are a hazard to drivers, but they could potentially save many lives. Distracted driving is a leading cause of vehicle accidents in Kentucky, and smartphones can be a major distraction. But smartphones may also be a tool to help keep drunk drivers from getting behind the wheel, according to a recent article in the […]
January is Teen Driver Awareness Month
January 10th, 2017 by Attorney Julie Butcher
January has been designated Teen Driver Awareness Month in the hopes of calling attention to the dangers that driving poses to their young lives. Simple driving mistakes can cause injuries and deaths, and without experience it’s easier to make those mistakes. The Kentucky State Police provides these estimates for 2015: 63 teenage drivers were killed. […]
Driving at Dawn or Dusk is Dangerous
December 21st, 2016 by Attorney Julie Butcher
As winter approaches, we lose more daylight. Less of that light means more danger on the roads, especially around dusk when it’s more difficult to see. As the light changes, drivers and pedestrians in Kentucky have a tougher time seeing, making it easier to make mistakes that can lead to vehicle accidents, serious injuries and […]
Just One Concussion Can Do a Lot of Harm
December 9th, 2016 by Attorney Julie Butcher
Concussions are very common, but that doesn’t mean they should be taken lightly. Depending on the severity a concussion can have serious, life-long effects. If you think you’ve suffered a concussion, you should seek medical attention not only to help you now but to possibly help you cope with future health problems. The brain is […]
Kentucky Residents Along Route 151 Should Be Safer After Truck Ban
December 5th, 2016 by Attorney Julie Butcher
Semi-trucks are now banned from traveling on state Ky. 151 due to action by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, according to the Lexington Herald Leader. Though this area will see fewer dangerous trucks they simply will go elsewhere to reach their destinations. This is an example of pressure being put upon state officials due to citizen […]
Wrong-Way Driving Accidents
November 30th, 2016 by Attorney Julie Butcher
It’s relatively rare that a vehicle accident is caused by someone driving the wrong way on a Kentucky road, but when these types of incidents happen, the results are far more likely to result in fatalities compared to other types of accidents. There could be a number of reasons why a driver is in the […]
Due to Driver Shortage, Are Older, Less Safe Drivers of Commercial Trucks on the Road?
November 14th, 2016 by Attorney Julie Butcher
There are tens of thousands of openings for commercial truck drivers. America loves shopping on the internet, the economy is improving and there’s a high turnover rate for drivers. Trucking companies are eager to fill openings, offering bonuses to keep drivers behind the wheel and to recruit new ones. That may result in veteran drivers […]
If Commercial Trucks Couldn’t Violate Speed Limits Would Highways Be Safer?
October 14th, 2016 by Attorney Julie Butcher
Do you think commercial trucks drive too fast on Kentucky’s highways? The federal government is proposing that engines of trucks and buses weighing more than 26,000 pounds and manufactured after the regulation goes into effect must have electronic devices limiting how fast they can go. While most of these vehicles already have limiters or governors, […]