{"id":806,"date":"2023-03-08T13:45:54","date_gmt":"2023-03-08T18:45:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gsasold.swslocal\/?post_type=blog-posts&p=806"},"modified":"2023-08-23T22:16:34","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T02:16:34","slug":"at-fault-kentucky","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gsaslaw.com\/blog\/at-fault-kentucky\/","title":{"rendered":"What if I was Found At Fault for My Accident in Kentucky?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you or a loved one <\/span><\/span>were found<\/span><\/span> at fault after a pedestrian or bicycle accident contact an attorney before doing anything else to protect your rights<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>Kentucky is a no-fault state and even if you have <\/span><\/span>been found<\/span><\/span> at fault for your accident there are steps that you can take to ensure you are not taken advantage of<\/span><\/span>. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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At GSAS, we <\/span><\/span>are dedicated<\/span><\/span> personal injury attorneys that focus on bicycle and pedestrian accidents<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>We <\/span><\/span>are experienced<\/span><\/span> and knowledgeable of the no-fault system within Kentucky and can help you protect your rights<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Kentucky is a No-Fault State<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Kentucky is a<\/span> choice no-fault state<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>This means that individuals who <\/span><\/span>were injured<\/span><\/span> in an accident <\/span><\/span>are required<\/span><\/span> to first seek compensation through their own personal insurance<\/span><\/span>. Additionally, being at fault does not mean that you are unable to receive damages.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Financial recovery after an accident is dependent on your personal liability for the accident<\/span><\/span>. For this, Kentucky employs a pure comparative negligence standard. <\/span>This means that the damages you are able to claim for your accident are dependent on your perceived percentage of fault<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>For example, if you were seeking $100,000 in damages and <\/span><\/span>were perceived<\/span><\/span> to be at 25% fault for your accident, you would be able to claim $75,000<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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How Do Insurance Companies Determine Who Is At Fault?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Insurance companies<\/span><\/a> carefully<\/span><\/span> review police reports, witness statements, and photos taken at the scene of an accident<\/span><\/span>. The insurance company may also look at weather conditions at the time of the incident. <\/span>This helps them determine whether there were any hazards on the road that could have contributed to an accident<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>With this information, the insurance company will then determine whether you are responsible for any damages caused by you during an accident<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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It\u2019s worth noting that insurance companies are looking to pay out as little as possible. The more at fault you are the better for them. <\/span>That\u2019s why it is always a good idea to contact an attorney with personal accident insurance knowledge, like those at Spivak & Sakellariou<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>Our experienced attorneys can make sure that you are not <\/span><\/span>being taken<\/span><\/span> advantage of by your insurance company<\/span><\/span>. We can fight for your right to proper compensation.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I\u2019ve <\/span>Been Found<\/span><\/span> at Fault for My Pedestrian Accident – Now What?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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If your insurance company has found you at fault for your pedestrian accident don\u2019t panic. A pedestrian accident attorney can help you fight back.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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After you\u2019ve <\/span><\/span>been found<\/span><\/span> at fault for an accident you will need to contact a personal injury attorney who can look into the matter to further determine who is at fault<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>Most times, while you may be <\/span><\/span>primarily<\/span><\/span> at fault for your accident, you are not 100% at fault and may still deserve compensation<\/span><\/span>. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Many insurance companies are seeking to save time and money by closing your case. <\/span>A pedestrian accident attorney will <\/span><\/span>be dedicated<\/span><\/span> to your case and able to <\/span><\/span>thoroughly<\/span><\/span> examine it from an unbiased perspective<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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You should look for a pedestrian accident attorney who has experience with cases involving pedestrians <\/span><\/span>being hit<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>This type of experience is vital because it means that the attorney will know what types of claims might be available to you based on the specific facts of your case<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>They will also know how best to present those claims <\/span><\/span>in order to<\/span><\/span> maximize compensation award potential<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I\u2019ve <\/span>Been Found<\/span><\/span> at Fault for My Bicycle Accident – Now What?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Like a pedestrian accident, if you\u2019ve <\/span>been found<\/span><\/span> at fault for a bicycle accident you have options. <\/span>But it is imperative that you contact a personal injury attorney so that your rights can <\/span><\/span>be protected<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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There are many factors that go into determining fault in a bicycle accident. <\/span>If the other party was driving <\/span><\/span>recklessly<\/span><\/span> or did not yield the right-of-way to cyclists, they may be at fault for the accident<\/span><\/span>. If they failed to see you or turn in front of you, they may also be at fault for causing an accident.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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A personal injury attorney will review all relevant evidence from police reports to witness statements, photos, and other pieces of evidence that could help prove liability for the accident<\/span><\/span>. <\/span>These pieces of information are important because they show <\/span><\/span>whether or not<\/span><\/span> someone acted with negligence<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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If You\u2019ve <\/span>Been Found<\/span><\/span> at Fault for Your Accident GSAS Can Help<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Insurance companies and adjusters are masters at negotiation. They pay out as little as possible and spend a lot of time and money ensuring that they <\/span>are positioned<\/span><\/span> to do <\/span>just<\/span><\/span> that.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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When you negotiate a settlement with these professionals, it is important that you bring a professional of your own<\/span><\/span>.<\/span> That is where we come in<\/span><\/a>. Our attorneys <\/span>are focused<\/span><\/span> on personal injury cases like yours. <\/span>We\u2019ve negotiated thousands of settlements for our clients and have a<\/span><\/span> proven track record of results<\/span><\/a> and satisfied clients<\/span><\/span>. Don\u2019t wait,<\/span> contact<\/span><\/a> an attorney at Spivak & Sakellariou today.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you or a loved one were found at fault after a pedestrian or bicycle accident contact an attorney before doing anything else to protect your rights. Kentucky is a no-fault state and even if you have been found at fault for your accident there are steps that you can take to ensure you are…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":311,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"location":[37],"practice-area":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nI'm At Fault for My Kentucky Accident, Now What? - Spivak & Sakellariou<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Even if you\u2019ve been found at fault for your accident, that may not be the case. Our attorneys explain how you can fight for your rights. 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