By now you’ve probably heard about Pokémon GO, the hottest mobile app game worldwide since it’s release just a few weeks ago. From young children to teenagers and even nostalgic young adults, people everywhere are transfixed on their phone screen, determined to catch as many Pokémon as possible during their daily routines. The virtual reality aspect of …
Why Documentation is Key for Personal Injury Claims
If you or a loved one have been in a car accident, you know how traumatic of an experience the aftermath can be. You may require medical treatment for your injuries, and undoubtedly will be in constant communication with your car insurance company to sort through the necessary documentation. These are high-stress times. We understand. …
Fireworks Safety Tips For July 4th
While 4th of July weekend is a great time to get together with family and friends for swimming, barbecue, & a little R&R, it can also be very dangerous. Unfortunately, it seems that each year we hear of countless injuries by fireworks that could have been prevented with safe & responsible usage. So, if you …
Kentucky Jails: Legislation for Accountability
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, …
But My Agent Told Me I Had Full Coverage
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 …
Driver Safety Tips for Back to School
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 …
Sheila Hiestand Selected to 2016 TEAM IMF Ambassadors
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 …
Volunteering at Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland
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, …
5 Mistakes to Avoid While Driving in the Snow
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 …
Protecting Your Loved Ones from Nursing Home Abuse
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 …