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Drivers of large commercial trucks are obligated to drive on suitable routes to prevent truck accidents. But in Kentucky, long-haul truck drivers increasingly use rural secondary roads as shortcuts. This often causes significant concerns for other road users. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division have actively highlighted...

Distracted driving has become an increasingly deadly problem on American roads, and some of the worst of that problem is here in Kentucky. That's according to USAA, which recently released data on smartphone-related distracted driving throughout the United States for the first half of 2023. Kentucky ranked 10th in the nation; according to the study,...

Crash-related concussions often come without warning. They typically occur when a driver hits their head against the steering wheel, dashboard, or windshield during a collision, but they can also occur due to multiple impacts in a rollover or the violent jolting of the head and neck. If you or someone you love sustained a concussion...

Pedestrian accidents have become increasingly common in recent years, especially last year, when a record number of pedestrians died in accidents, according to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). "Every day, 20 people go for a walk and do not return home," Jonathan Adkins, chief executive officer of the GHSA, said in...

Speeding remains a common cause of serious car accidents, according to a federal agency that hopes to educate drivers about the dangers of speeding and reduce the number of collisions caused by speeding drivers. “Speeding fatalities have continued to increase over the past few years,” says the United States Department of Transportation, adding, “Even advancements...

Too many young lives are lost in preventable car accidents every year. Teen driver fatalities are a growing concern nationwide but especially in Kentucky, which experienced the highest rate of such tragedies over the course of a recent 10-year period, according to a new study. The loss of thousands of young lives due to preventable...

The month-long awareness campaign highlights a growing danger on our roads. With May comes warmer weather and the beginning of peak motorcycle and bicycle season. In Louisville and across Kentucky, more and more bikers are taking to the roads — and unfortunately, that brings an increased risk of motorcycle accidents. That's why Kentucky has declared...

A Louisville, KY accident attorney explains the dangers of distracted driving. Distracted driving is reckless and causes thousands of fatalities and injuries each year. For example, according to Forbes Advisor, distracted driving is responsible for 3,000 deaths annually. When drivers are distracted, they cannot fully concentrate on the road, and this increases the likelihood of...

The program aims to enhance visibility and help prevent pedestrian accidents in Louisville, KY. In an effort to reduce the number of pedestrian accidents in Louisville, the Louisville Metro Louisville Government recently created a community artwork program designed to improve pedestrian crosswalks and pedestrian safety. “Louisville recently implemented its vision zero plan, so we’re really...

It's important to understand your legal options if you were rear-ended and injured. One of the most common types of car accidents is the rear-end accident. In Louisville and throughout Kentucky, when rear-enders happen, crash victims deserve compensation for their losses and pain. At The Whaley Law Firm, we understand that knowledge empowers people to...