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"Loss of Use" is a legal term used to describe a Kentucky law (KRS 304.39-115) that allows the victim in an auto accident to obtain compensation from the at fault party for the loss of use of their vehicle after the accident until the vehicle is either fixed or replaced.

When you retain an attorney to represent you on a personal injury claim arising out of a car accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident, your attorney is being paid to resolve your personal injury claim that includes damages for pain and suffering, lost wages and excess medical expenses.

According to authorities, a car full of teenagers hit the motorcyclist at the intersection of South Limestone and Vine Street.

A serious car accident can damage any part of your body, but an injury to your spinal cord can be particularly devastating.

The outcome of your personal injury case could have a profound impact on your financial stability and overall well-being. For example, if you do not recover enough compensation to pay for medical bills and the loss of future earning capacity, you may wind up in overwhelming debt. This is why it is so important to find the right attorney to handle your case.

If you were injured by a negligent driver in Kentucky, that person’s insurance should pay for your vehicle repairs, medical bills, and other damages. Unfortunately, some drivers do not have insurance, and if you were injured by an uninsured driver, it is important that you learn your rights and take immediate action.

Confusion, anxiety, anger – these are just a few of the emotions that are common after truck accidents. Although it may seem impossible to remain calm, it is important to remember that one misguided statement or action at the crash scene could prevent you from recovering fair compensation for property damage, medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses.

The average cost of a new vehicle in April 2015 was $33,560, according to USA Today. Unfortunately, most new vehicles depreciate in value by 20 percent after the first year. If you still owe money on a car loan but your vehicle was totaled in an accident, it is important that you learn the financial implications of your situation and take steps to protect your interests.

“Whiplash” is a colloquial term used to describe a type of neck injury that occurs due to a sudden extension of the neck. According to the Mayo Clinic, rear-end car accidents are a primary cause of whiplash.

Read lights, traffic congestion, inconsiderate motorists – there are plenty of reasons why drivers get frustrated from time to time. Unfortunately, some people have trouble controlling their anger, and their aggressive behavior puts other road users at risk