answered on Feb 20, 2019
Yes. Contact the investigating officer and ask him to supplement his report. You can still make a claim but supplementation first is preferable.
answered on Jan 29, 2019
Since this occurred at work (in the course of employment), you should consult with a workers' comp attorney. You could additionally post the question in the Workers' Compensation section of this board, where it would be more likely to be picked up by an attorney who practices in that... View More 
sentenced to 2 years prison and 20 years on the sex offender registry. This was committed against my 16 year'old daughter. One of the acts occurred inside the sports complex. This had been a terrible ordeal for my entire family but mostly for my daughter. My question is, does the sporting... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2019
Yes if he was an employee; likely no if he was with a group using the complex. Contact a member of the Ky Trial Lawyers Assn--they give free consults.
answered on Dec 26, 2018
You can sue where the accident happened or where the defendant resides.
answered on Dec 11, 2018
Normally if this was an accident due to negligence there would not be immunity and they typically would not invoke any immunity for tort liability.
Now with extreme PTSD can I sew for pain & suffering on behalf of myself and my children?
answered on Dec 2, 2018
You may very well have a claim against the state. Consult an attorney quickly because there are strict limitations of actions on such claims.
attacks now whenever I see someone walking their dog. Can I sue the attacking dog's owner for emotional distress?
answered on Nov 26, 2018
You should probably be able to yes as long as you have scientific proof of your suffering, damages. Also as of 2013, KY is no longer strictly an impact state. Osborne v. Keeny. This information is not intended as legal advice.
answered on Nov 18, 2018
Often, yes. Contact an attorney experienced with dog bite attacks.
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answered on Nov 18, 2018
The laws of the state where the crash occurred will control, and in most circumstances a court action would be initiated in that jurisdiction. An injury claim should first be filed with the at-fault party or parties insurance carriers. Multi-car crashes can be complicated. Do not speak with any... View More
they never suggested other treatment and now I've got a second opinion and they recommend something else. My condition never got better.
answered on Oct 24, 2018
A medical malpractice attorney would need additional information here to advise as to whether you have a viable claim.
Tim Akpinar
I.E. In the initial stage of discovery, is the moving party of a summary judgment motion allowed or obligated to go back and file the answer, that was substituted by his dispositive motion, which was granted and ultimately reversed by the 6th Circuit court of appeals?
answered on Oct 7, 2018
Yes. He should go back and file an answer or you should move for default against him if he does not.
answered on Sep 15, 2018
It depends but possibly yes. In KY the duty of care owed to you is defined by your status on the property as for example if you were an invitee on the landowner's premises they owed you a higher duty of care.
only 18 months. Look up Throne Heartsfield vs. the state on ky in 2003 and also 2018 and he was let go. at least 8 victims and hes out on the street. please help make them lyable for putting woman at risk again.
answered on Sep 2, 2018
No. The police department is not responsible for the sentence Heartfiekd received. It is likely the lack of evidence or failure of the legal system as a whole and unfortunate, but you have no claim against the police department.
Injuries-
-Liver allaceration
-Both lungs bruised right one with a little collapse,
-4 broke ribs (right side)
-right upper arm and side has stitches
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We wasn’t on the job. A employee had used the truck over the weekend while we was... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2018
Yes, Kentucky is a comparative fault state. A jury will decide the level of fault for each party. A person can be assinged 1-100% of the fault. For example, if the jury determines the pedestrian was at fault at all, they could be assigned a percentage of fault. For example, jury finds $100,000... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2018
The answer is more complicated than it may seem. If you accident is in KY, and you have not rejected the provisions of Kentucky's Motor Vehicle Reparations Act ("MVRA"), then you usually have two years from the crash or two years from the date of the last PIP payment under the MVRA.... View More
- do I have to tell my insurance company?
answered on Jul 27, 2018
Do not provide a statement to (any) insurance company without an attorney.
I cant afford an attorny in my area due to the amount they keep taking
answered on Jun 7, 2018
Hiring an attorney is the only way and fastest remedy you have bc they will continue taking your money otherwise.
On June 7th, 2017 my husband TBI while being booked in the Henderson County Detention Center in Henderson Ky, by the hands of the jailers. It will be a year on the 7th of this month. How can the stature of limitations be extended? We are unable to find an attorney to handle his case. We need an... View More
answered on Jun 4, 2018
The statute cannot be extended. You absolutely must file suit by June 7, 2018, this year or his rights will be forever lost. Try attorney Mark Smith in Louisville. (502) 562-0075.
i tried for low income assistance even but my gross is what they count. the garnishment was set at 20000 dollars but i didnt even know about it til i was being garnished
answered on May 26, 2018
You may try to negotiate its the garnishee. At some point, you had to have been served with the complaint o thy couldn’t have gotten a judgment against you, which is a prerequisite for a garnishment. You may be eligible to file a chapter 7 or 13. Consult a local bankruptcy attorney who can... View More
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