distracted and drowsy driving accidents

Distracted and Drowsy Driving Accidents

Episode 49: Western Kentucky injury attorney Jeff Roberts discusses the dangers posed by distracted and drowsy driving.  Jeff has practiced injury law for almost 30 years.  He’s handled many cases involving individuals who were harmed by drivers who were negligent behind the wheel. Distracted Driving Accidents Don’t Have to Happen Jeff explains that there are various types of distractions that often lead to tragic car wrecks.  There have also been numerous instances of tractor trailer accidents involving distracted drivers.  The advent of smart phones and DVDs have increased the number …

Back injuries may qualify for social security disability insurance

Back Injuries May Qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance

Episode 48: Western Kentucky injury attorney Jeff Roberts discusses back injuries and other problems that may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits.  He’s licensed to handle social security disability cases in all 50 states.  Let’s join Jeff for more information. 30 Years Spent Helping to File Social Security Disability Claims Jeff Roberts has significant experience helping his clients to file for SSDI benefits.  Many of them are related to back injuries.  He has offices in Calloway County (Murray) and in Christian County (Hopkinsville).  Jeff’s practice focuses on injuries.  …

injuries from road hazards

Injuries from Road Hazards

Episode 43: Calloway County injury attorney Jeff Roberts discusses injuries from road hazards and what you can do if you’ve been in an accident because of them.  Jeff also maintains an office in Christian County to better serve clients in that area of Western Kentucky. There are 3 primary types of road hazards that typically cause injuries to drivers.  The first is defective construction.  The second is when the state creates the hazardous condition.  The third occurs when items have fallen off other vehicles and remain in the roadway. Defective …

KY Workers' Comp for First Responders

KY Workers’ Comp for First Responders

Episode 29:  In today’s episode, attorney Jeff Roberts discusses Kentucky workers’ comp for first responders.  We often think of factory workers, construction workers and other occupations, but first responders are also covered by workers comp.  Let’s join Jeff for today’s discussion. There are very few types of jobs in Kentucky that are exempt from workers’ compensation.  Even though first responders have inherently dangerous jobs, they deserve the same protection provided by workers’ comp benefits. Police officers and other law enforcement personnel are on the front lines every day.  Their risks …

Injuries resulting in Amputations

Handling Accidents Involving Amputations

Episode 26:  In today’s episode, personal injury attorney Jeff Roberts discusses injuries resulting in a loss of use or an amputation.  This is a difficult topic, but he has over 28 years of experience representing clients who have suffered these due to workplace injuries, trucking collisions, car wrecks and motorcycle accidents. Workplace Injury Resulting in Amputations Factories are full of heavy equipment that can pose a danger to factory workers.  Crush injuries can occur when people are moving that equipment.  Crews working on cranes or other equipment are certainly at …

Kentucky Loss of Limb Injury

As a personal injury attorney, I’ve seen examples of many types of car wreck injuries.  We commonly think of broken bones, neck or back injuries.  Some of these are reduced as more people remember to use their seat belts.  However, this safety measure doesn’t prevent a loss of limb injury. In an automobile accident, the forces exerted on the human body are extremely violent.  If the collision results in a rollover, hands and arms can be severely damaged if they are extended outside of the car and get trapped between …

Intersection Wreck Involving 3 Cars

Intersections are among the most dangerous areas of the road.  If you think about it, you probably travel through hundreds of them each week.  A recent western Kentucky newspaper reported an intersection wreck involving 3 cars. In this collision, the first car was struck by the second car and they collided with a third car, which was sitting at the intersection.  Even if you’re not in one of the cars involved in the primary collision, this example proves how other vehicles can also be at risk. Common Causes for Collisions …

Distracted Driving in Western Kentucky

Earlier this summer, KFVS12 reported on a Livingston County fatal collision involving a car and a tractor trailer.  It appears the driver of the car didn’t realize that traffic had slowed ahead of her.  She apparently tried to switch lanes but was forced to return to her lane.  She collided with a tractor trailer after losing control of her car.  It may have been a case of distracted driving. Unfortunately, we see all too many wrecks on I-24.  Between construction zones, access ramps, tractor trailer traffic and inattentive drivers, it …