Personal Injury Blog

Matthew Minner | September 9, 2023 | Car Accident

One of the most common places traffic accidents occur is at intersections. Cars are crossing paths, people may try to…

Matthew Minner | September 5, 2023 | Personal Injury

If you were injured in a car accident or other incident caused by someone else’s negligence, the time may come…

Matthew Minner | August 15, 2023 | Car Accident

Understanding auto insurance in the United States can be difficult. However, it is essential to understand two terms that affect…

Matthew Minner | August 9, 2023 | Car Accident

Have you ever wondered if you need to call the cops if you are involved in a fender bender? When…

Matthew Minner | August 7, 2023 | Car Accident

There are many valid reasons why you may want to keep the details of your recent Lexington car accident private….

Matthew Minner | July 20, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

Putting your loved one in a nursing home or even the hospital is an act of trust. It’s unavoidable sometimes—your…

Matthew Minner | July 3, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls were the leading cause of death for adults 65…

Matthew Minner | July 3, 2023 | Kentucky Law

Darkened windows on a car look cool and help prevent glare for passengers and drivers. However, certain tint levels are…

Matthew Minner | June 13, 2023 | Dog Bite

About 4.5 million people in the U.S. are victims of dog attacks annually. Among these, about half of them are…

Matthew Minner | June 2, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

When you entrust a loved one to another person’s supervision, you want to be absolutely certain that they are receiving…

Matthew Minner | May 31, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

When medical patients are under the care of another person, the caregiver may be charged with supplying medication. But what…

Tseg Admin | May 30, 2023 | Sexual Abuse

Attorneys Matt Minner and Jonathan Fannin of have filed a lawsuit against administrators of Rowan County high school. The suit…

Matthew Minner | April 20, 2023 | Car Accident

Most rear-end collisions are blamed on the driver in the trailing vehicle. However, the rear driver might not be 100%…

Matthew Minner | April 17, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing home abuse and nursing home neglect both hurt residents. Abuse and neglect cause severe injury, emotional harm, and wrongful…

Matthew Minner | April 15, 2023 | Car Accident

Allstate is one of the largest insurance companies in the United States and offers a range of insurance products, including…

Matthew Minner | April 3, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

Elder abuse occurs in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care facilities. However, elder abuse and neglect also…

Matthew Minner | March 26, 2023 | Nursing Home Abuse

Most nursing homes are competent and professional, and the majority of nursing home staff are kind and decent. Nevertheless, disturbing…

Matthew Minner | March 24, 2023 | Personal Injury

Personal injury cases have two purposes. The first is to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. The second is…

Matthew Minner | March 22, 2023 | Wrongful Death

Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that our legal team has obtained a $14.12 million dollar settlement…

Matthew Minner | March 21, 2023 | Car Accident

Have you ever wondered how Uber and Lyft drivers become rideshare drivers? Not just anyone or any vehicle qualifies to…

Matthew Minner | February 27, 2023 | Personal Injury

Herniated disc injuries are common after accidents like car crashes and slips and falls. These severe injuries affect millions of…

Matthew Minner | February 12, 2023 | Personal Injury

If you have ever heard a lawyer joke, you know the stereotype. Many assume that lawyers are out to make…

Matthew Minner | January 25, 2023 | Airport Injury

The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport underwent a $200 million remodeling project and opened its first phase on March 13, 2013. However,…

Matthew Minner | January 25, 2023 | Car Accident

Two family members who were inside a car that was crushed by a sign in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, were released from…

Matthew Minner | January 17, 2023 | Car Accident

T-bone accidents are named for the unique T-shape formed by two cars when one collides head-on into the side of…

Matthew Minner | September 21, 2022 | Brain Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries are incredibly dangerous. Even mild brain injuries can result in long-term damage for victims. Most people are…

Matthew Minner | September 20, 2022 | Brain Injuries

If you’ve ever read or watched reports about concussions in the NFL, you’ve probably heard the term CTE, which is…

Matthew Minner | August 18, 2022 | Motocycle Accident

For many Kentucky residents, motorcycle riding is an exciting pastime and an efficient mode of transportation. Not only is riding…

Matthew Minner | August 12, 2022 | Personal Injury

Many people who receive a notice that they have been called for jury duty are not too happy about this…

Matthew Minner | June 29, 2022 | Car Accident

All drivers should know what to do after a car accident, including their responsibilities related to car accident reports. Below…

Matthew Minner | June 8, 2022 | Product Liability

Philips is deep in litigation regarding potentially dangerous products it manufactured and distributed. Millions of its CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator…

Matthew Minner | May 17, 2022 | Truck Accident

MCS 90 is an insurance endorsement for commercial truck insurance policies. In some cases, an MCS 90 endorsement could be…

Matthew Minner | April 14, 2022 | Motocycle Accident

If you have a motorcycle, riding along one of Kentucky’s roads can be a beautiful experience. However, taking your motorcycle…

Matthew Minner | March 23, 2022 | Car Accident

According to the National Safety Council, your odds of dying in a car crash are higher than your chances of…

Matthew Minner | March 16, 2022 | Car Accident

Kentucky has a lot of laws about yielding the right of way. You probably learned most of these during your…

Matthew Minner | February 24, 2022 | Nursing Home Abuse

Kentucky releases an annual Elder Abuse Report. This report does not provide a comprehensive view of nursing home abuse and…

Matthew Minner | February 23, 2022 | Nursing Home Abuse

When you have a loved one in a nursing home, it can be hard to detect when abuse is happening….

Matthew Minner | February 22, 2022 | Negligence

Not all van and bus accidents happen on the road. Transporting individuals with disabilities requires special care and training. When…

Matthew Minner | January 20, 2022 | Nursing Home Abuse

Kentucky law does not set a time limit for settling a nursing home abuse case. A few factors that might…

Matthew Minner | December 24, 2021 | Motocycle Accident

Motorcycle accidents are all too common. Motorcycles offer riders little protection in a crash, and it’s common for the drivers…

Matthew Minner | December 23, 2021 | Car Accident

Have you been involved in a car accident in Lexington, Kentucky? Kentucky is a no-fault state. That means drivers are…

Matthew Minner | December 9, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Dementia patients are vulnerable to abuse. It’s an unsettling and disappointing fact. On top of the many challenges these individuals…

Matthew Minner | December 1, 2021 | Car Accident

Were you involved in a car accident in or around Lexington, Kentucky? It is important to know your legal rights….

Matthew Minner | November 18, 2021 | Car Accident

Hopefully, you will never be involved in a car accident in Lexington, KY. That said, it is important to know…

Matthew Minner | November 15, 2021 | Personal Injury

There are many potential reasons you may need to hire an attorney one day. Perhaps you’re seeking representation after being…

Matthew Minner | November 10, 2021 | Uncategorized

A new bill is making its way through the Ohio state legislature. It aims to cut down on cases of…

Matthew Minner | October 25, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Two former employees have been charged for an incident that occurred at a Minnesota nursing home in May. The teenage girls allegedly…

Matthew Minner | October 20, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Many nursing home residents live in long-term care facilities because they have medical conditions that require a certain level of…

Matthew Minner | October 4, 2021 | Personal Injury

Law practices come in two broad forms: transactional and litigation.  Transactional lawyers spend most of their time preparing legal documents…

Matthew Minner | October 3, 2021 | Uncategorized

A Kentucky nursing home facing serious violations has had its funding terminated by Medicare and Medicaid. Local news outlets report that on…

Matthew Minner | September 11, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Financial abuse causes an estimated $36.5 billion in losses every year. Sadly, older adults are more vulnerable to this type of…

Matthew Minner | September 5, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Most people don’t think they need an attorney to enter a Kentucky nursing home facility. It’s only after signs of…

Matthew Minner | September 3, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse \ Personal Injury

Certain members of the population were more vulnerable than others during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nursing home residents were particularly at…

Matthew Minner | August 15, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Over 20,000 people live in nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities on any given day in Kentucky. Most are older adults…

Matthew Minner | August 13, 2021 | Kentucky Law

Pedestrians are quite vulnerable when compared to motorists. Unlike motorists, a pedestrian isn’t protected by the metal frame of a…

Matthew Minner | August 8, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

The COVID-19 vaccine was supposed to re-open previously closed doors and give people the ability to reconnect with loved ones…

Matthew Minner | August 6, 2021 | Personal Injury

There can be many definitions of the “best” injury lawyer, depending on the client. Ultimately, choosing the best personal injury…

Matthew Minner | August 1, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Millions of Americans rely on nursing homes and long-term care facilities to provide compassionate medical and emotional care to their…

Matthew Minner | July 28, 2021 | Car Accident

Doctors classify post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as an anxiety state. PTSD arises from a natural reaction to stressful situations. This…

Matthew Minner | July 19, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Across the country, it’s hot! From Canada down through the Northwest, temperatures are soaring, and records are being broken. California,…

Matthew Minner | July 15, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

Doctors, hospitals, nurses, and other healthcare providers commit more medical errors than you might think. Two doctors from the Johns…

Matthew Minner | July 11, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Anyone who has been a front-line healthcare worker during the COVID-19 crisis knows that it can be tiring and thankless…

Matthew Minner | July 5, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

President Joe Biden proclaimed June 15, 2021, as “World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.” President Biden called attention to the abuse,…

Matthew Minner | June 30, 2021 | Car Accident

When you are involved in a car accident, the cause of the crash becomes very important. If you did not…

Matthew Minner | June 24, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Abuse and neglect top the concerns of family members when they place their loved ones in a nursing home. Unfortunately,…

Matthew Minner | June 21, 2021 | Car Accident

In most cases, you cannot sue for a car accident unless you sustained injuries and damages. In Kentucky, personal injury…

Matthew Minner | June 12, 2021 | Car Accident

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted our lives in numerous unexpected ways. A surprising consequence of the pandemic was an increase in…

Matthew Minner | June 10, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

You’ve done your research, you’ve talked to your loved one, and you’ve made note of the red flags, the classic…

Matthew Minner | June 6, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

The Office of Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Control investigated allegations of elder abuse at a northern Kentucky hospital and prosecuted four individuals…

Matthew Minner | June 4, 2021 | Personal Injury \ Uncategorized

When you are injured because of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries…

Matthew Minner | May 31, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Abuse of the elderly may take place in an institution such as a nursing home or a hospital, or it…

Matthew Minner | May 28, 2021 | Car Accident

According to KRS §189.635, you must notify law enforcement of traffic accidents that result in a traffic fatality, personal injury,…

Matthew Minner | May 21, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

More people than ever are aware of the potential for nursing home abuse and a rapidly aging U.S. population in…

Matthew Minner | May 20, 2021 | Personal Injury

Standing to sue another person or party is a legal principle. Not everyone has the standing to sue. If you…

Matthew Minner | May 19, 2021 | Car Accident

Urban areas tend to have more car accidents than rural areas due to the greater number of motor vehicles, pedestrians,…

Matthew Minner | May 18, 2021 | Car Accident

A motor vehicle accident can cause significant damages, including property damage, physical injuries, economic damages, and pain & suffering. Any…

Matthew Minner | May 17, 2021 | Kentucky Law

Cities and states use a variety of signs to help keep roads safe and direct the flow of traffic. Stop…

Matthew Minner | May 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

The good news in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic is that scores of nursing home residents were among the…

Matthew Minner | May 10, 2021 | Uncategorized

Antipsychotic drugs are medications that must be prescribed by a physician for the treatment of a mental condition or disorder….

Matthew Minner | April 21, 2021 | Uncategorized

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our world in ways that we are only just now starting to comprehend. Nationwide, the…

Matthew Minner | April 19, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

A year into the COVID-19 pandemic and finally, vaccine rollouts across the country are giving elderly nursing home residents and…

Matthew Minner | April 8, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

The COVID-19 pandemic practically shut the world down. Even though no one was venturing out to visit prospective nursing home…

Matthew Minner | April 7, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Although COVID-19 cases have been on the decline, the elderly are being vaccinated, and Governor Andy Beshear made an announcement that he…

Matthew Minner | March 31, 2021 | Personal Injury

Over the last couple of years, an e-scooter revolution has taken place in American cities. In fact, as recently as…

Matthew Minner | March 22, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Right now, more Kentucky residents are engaged with streaming television services than anything else. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a streaming…

Matthew Minner | March 19, 2021 | Car Accident

Injury lawyers have the knowledge and experience to estimate the value of your car accident case. This information can tell…

Matthew Minner | March 19, 2021 | Product Liability

Many women who had the Mirena hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) removed have experienced problems after the removal. Some complications are…

Matthew Minner | March 14, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the internet, Zoom calls, and social media have become vital tools for the elderly…

Matthew Minner | March 11, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Abuse and neglect in nursing homes are too common. The numbers of abuse and neglect cases are shocking. Even more…

Matthew Minner | March 10, 2021 | Car Accident

You create a danger to yourself and the people around you when you drive while using your cell phone. For…

Matthew Minner | March 9, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Sadly, nursing home abuse and elder neglect often go unnoticed. Thousands of residents who cannot speak for themselves or are…

Matthew Minner | March 3, 2021 | Car Accident

Tailgating is considered aggressive driving. It occurs when a vehicle follows another vehicle too close for safety. If the vehicle…

Matthew Minner | March 1, 2021 | Personal Injury

Nursing home abuse can be dangerous for residents. Residents can sustain life-threatening injuries and infections. Many patients have health conditions…

Matthew Minner | February 26, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Elder neglect occurs when the person responsible for a patient’s well-being withholds proper care. It has been a common problem…

Matthew Minner | February 24, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

The Covid-19 pandemic has taken a devastating toll on the nation, especially the elderly. In addition to having to worry…

Matthew Minner | February 21, 2021 | Car Accident

Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of vehicle collisions. In an average year, rear-end collisions make up…

Matthew Minner | February 20, 2021 | Personal Injury

Nursing home abuse takes many forms. All forms of elder abuse are harmful to residents. Sadly, most cases of nursing…

Matthew Minner | February 14, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

Since the COVID-19 outbreak began, elderly residents living in nursing homes or long-term care facilities have been living in fear….

Matthew Minner | February 7, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse

A licensed practical nurse at a Madisonville nursing home, was indicted for slapping a resident and pinching their arm. The Department…

Matthew Minner | February 7, 2021 | Personal Injury

One of the hardest things for parents is entrusting the care of their children to a babysitter or nanny. Even…