Semi-truck, bus involved in fatal Kentucky crash
State authorities in Kentucky closed down a stretch of Interstate 65 near Bowling Green, Kentucky, for most of the day last Thursday after an SUV allegedly collided with a semi-truck and a Greyhound bus carrying 37 passengers. The crash resulted in the death of the SUV driver. Multiple people aboard the bus, including the driver, required transportation to […]
E. coli recall draws attention to dangerous strain
Kentucky is an interesting place to live. In some respects, it’s beautiful and has a lot of fresh, open areas. In other places, cities are tight and congested. No matter where you travel in the state, one thing you’ll find is the possibility of recalls. One such recall happened just a few days ago on […]
Which cars have the most recalls?
When you buy a new car in Kentucky, you naturally expect that you can safely drive and operate it. You do not expect that it will have life-threatening defects. Nor do you expect that your new vehicle will be recalled. Unfortunately, however, reality may well not live up to your expectations. Per a CBS News […]
Ford recall is an example of how vehicle defects cause crashes
Your car is the way that you travel safely from place to place. You probably take every step you can think of to keep yourself and the people you ride with safe on the road. Unfortunately, there are things that are beyond your control. You have no power over how other drivers behave before or […]
Drunk driver responsible for death of couple
When people choose to get behind the wheel after drinking, the results can be catastrophic. Although people may feel as though they are able to drive, the effects of alcohol may cause altered perceptions, reduced response times and delayed reactions that could cause a major car accident. The legal blood alcohol content level in Kentucky […]
What are your chances of a crash with an uninsured driver?
You pay your car insurance on time like your other bills, and so you probably take for granted the idea that you will have coverage if you ever get into a crash. Unfortunately, your protections rely a lot more on whether the other person has insurance than your own policy. Unless you have a special […]
Is hands-free cellphone usage really safe?
If you are like most Kentucky residents, you probably have hands-free technology in your car or truck that allows you to use your cellphone while driving without having to touch it. This probably gives you the illusion that you are driving safely even though you are talking or texting on your phone while doing it. […]
Lawsuits prompt drug company to report opioid deaths to FDA
The opioid epidemic has hit Kentucky and several neighboring states hard, and between civil lawsuits and criminal arrests of executives, both the citizenry and the government are taking steps to hold pharmaceutical manufacturers responsible for the role they have played in the crisis. Even with the increased awareness, however, a senior scientist with the Institute for […]
Delayed pain injuries pose a threat after a car accident
Car accidents can harm victims in many ways, including physically, emotionally and financially. Unfortunately, some of the most dangerous results of car accidents are not apparent right away. Many victims suffer needless harm for months or even years afterward. When a car accident occurs, the drivers and passengers involved probably experience a rush of adrenaline […]
Popular ice cream recalled due to potential nut issues
Food allergies are a serious concern for those who suffer from them and for those who provide care for older adults with children who have them. Thankfully, advances in labeling laws have made it easier for people to avoid items that contain ingredients to which they have an allergy. In fact, some allergies are so […]
