Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Causes Of Car Accidents In Kentucky
If you were hurt in a Kentucky auto accident, there is a high chance another party’s negligence caused your injury. Regardless of the negligent act that led to your injury, you deserve to be compensated. However, for you to receive the compensation you deserve, you need to prove the specific negligent act on the… Read More »
Assault: Different Degrees Of This Crime
One of the most commonly charged violent crimes in Kentucky is assault. If convicted of assault in Kentucky, you risk facing severe consequences, including spending up to 20 years in jail. Usually, the consequences a person faces for an assault crime in Kentucky depend on which degree the assault crime they have been convicted… Read More »
Domestic Violence And Abuse: Some Crucial Information
In Kentucky, domestic violence and abuse means; physical injury; or serious physical injury; or strangulation; or stalking; or assault; or sexual abuse; or the infliction of fear of any of the above between members of a family or members of an unmarried couple. According to KRS 403.720, a family member is a spouse, an… Read More »
Damages In Kentucky Personal Injury Cases
An accident that occurs because of another party’s negligence can impact your life in many ways. Fortunately, Kentucky law allows victims of negligence to file claims against at-fault parties and recover payment. When you file a personal injury claim, you will receive personal injury damages, which are the monetary awards an injured person receives… Read More »
Steps To Take After A Kentucky Car Accident
A car crash is one of the scariest and most devastating incidents you can ever experience. A car accident can leave you and your passengers confused, startled, and even feeling hopeless. Sadly, if you and/or your passengers suffer injuries in a crash, the effect of the accident will only be multiplied. Unfortunately, car accidents… Read More »
Kentucky DUI Laws: What Happens If You Refuse To Take A Blood, Urine, Or Blood Test In Kentucky
When an officer stops you because they have reason to believe that you’re driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they will most likely ask you to take a blood, urine, or breath test. But, do you have to agree to take a chemical test after a police officer stops you and asks… Read More »
A Brief Guide To Kentucky’s Car Accident Laws
The statutory laws surrounding car accidents in Kentucky can get confusing at times. But, car accident statistics are quite clear. It is estimated that there are around 160,000 accidents and 700 deaths on Kentucky’s roads and highways every year. After being in a Kentucky car accident, there are some state regulations that can heavily… Read More »
Kentucky DUI Laws And Penalties
The State of Kentucky prohibits any adult driver from driving or being in physical control of a vehicle with a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of 0.08% or more. Kentucky also prohibits any driver under the age of 21 to drive or be in physical control of a vehicle with a BAC of 0.02% or… Read More »