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If you’ve been following the “Trouble Behind Bars” series from investigative reporter R.G. Dunlop, or our blog series, “Troubling Report on KY Jail Deaths” (Pt. 1 & 2) on such reports, it comes as no surprise that these eye-opening findings have impacted public opinion in a major way within the commonwealth. So much in fact, …
Kentucky law (MVRA) requires $10,000 in medical/wage loss coverage for yourself regardless of fault (PIP); $25,000 in liability coverage; and $25,000 in uninsured motorist coverage for individuals. For just slightly more, you can get added PIP benefits of $30,000; 50,000 liability coverage; $50,000 in uninsured coverage and $50,000 in under-insured coverage (coverage for when the …
With summer winding down, schools are now preparing for students to walk through their front doors. So whether you’re a student, parent, teacher, or driver passing a school on your daily commute, we all have a role to play in keeping each other safe. Here are a few ways to keep safety in mind this …
Did you hear the good news? McCoy & Hiestand’s own, Sheila Hiestand, has been selected to TEAM IMF Ambassador Team for 2016. Way to go, Sheila! ———————————————————————————————————————————– From Ironman.com announcement article: What does it take to be a TEAM IMF Ambassador? The determination of an IRONMAN Athlete, along with the passion to rise above the masses …
Last week, just before the Thanksgiving holiday, the team at McCoy & Hiestand, PLC returned to a local Feeding America volunteer center for a second consecutive year to help Kentuckians in need. During the visit, the team took part in constructing and filling boxes with various food products such as juice, cereal, corn, rice, fruit, …
While we all understand the many hazards that snow and ice can cause a driver, too often we make the mistake of treating snowy days as “just another day”. This overconfident mindset can lead to poor driving habits and a disregard for winter weather conditions as a safety threat entirely. So we want to challenge …
Sadly, it’s not always as easy as we think to spot and identify nursing home abuse and neglect. Even upon repeated visits to a nursing home, the signs can be easily missed. We thought we’d take a few moments to cover a few things beyond physical abuse to look for when you suspect nursing home …
Shopping around for auto insurance coverage can be a daunting and sometimes frustrating task. Save yourself a headache by asking the right questions to help you find a policy that fits your needs and budget. 1. What type of coverage do I need? While liability insurance is the only requirement for most states, check to …
Since the 1980’s, all States and Commonwealth’s across the Country have implemented both mandatory seat belt laws and child restraint laws, except New Hampshire. While each state differs, the general rule is that drivers and passengers in the front seats must be wearing seatbelts and that children under certain ages and weights must be in …
The Kentucky State Legislature is again trying to limit Kentuckians access to the Courthouse. The State Senate has passed a bill which would require nursing home and medical negligence claims to first go before a panel of doctors before injured people could file a claim for damages. This panel system would not be a final …
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