Matthew Minner | January 20, 2022 | Nursing Home Abuse
How Long Does a Nursing Home Case Take to Get a Settlement?
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
I’ve Been Hurt in a Lexington Motorcycle Accident – Do I Need a Lawyer?
Motorcycle accidents are all too common. Motorcycles offer riders little protection in a crash, and it’s common for the drivers…
Matthew C. Minner | December 23, 2021 | Car Accident
Attorney Answer: When Do You Need to Hire a Car Accident Lawyer in Lexington?
Have you been involved in a car accident in Lexington, Kentucky? Kentucky is a no-fault state. That means drivers are…
Matthew C. Minner | December 9, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Protecting Nursing Home Residents with Dementia from Abuse
Dementia patients are vulnerable to abuse. It’s an unsettling and disappointing fact. On top of the many challenges these individuals…
Matthew C. Minner | December 1, 2021 | Car Accident
Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident In Kentucky?
Were you involved in a car accident in or around Lexington, Kentucky? It is important to know your legal rights….
Matthew C. Minner | November 18, 2021 | Car Accident
Should I Call 911 After a Car Accident in Lexington, KY?
Hopefully, you will never be involved in a car accident in Lexington, KY. That said, it is important to know…
Matthew C. Minner | November 15, 2021 | Personal Injury
Breaking Down Attorney-Client Privilege: What it Means and How it Can Affect Your Case
There are many potential reasons you may need to hire an attorney one day. Perhaps you’re seeking representation after being…
Content Team | November 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
New Movement Focuses on Cameras in Nursing Homes
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 Teenagers Face Allegations of Abusing a Nursing Home Resident
Two former employees have been charged for an incident that occurred at a Minnesota nursing home in May. The teenage girls allegedly…
Content Team | October 20, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Does the Medication Your Loved One Takes Make Them a Target for 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
Top Five Reasons to Hire a Litigation Lawyer
Law practices come in two broad forms: transactional and litigation. Transactional lawyers spend most of their time preparing legal documents…
Content Team | October 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
Kentucky Nursing Home Residents Relocated Due to Violations
A Kentucky nursing home facing serious violations has had its funding terminated by Medicare and Medicaid. Local news outlets report that on…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | September 11, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Risk of Financial Abuse Highest Among Dependent Adults
Financial abuse causes an estimated $36.5 billion in losses every year. Sadly, older adults are more vulnerable to this type of…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | September 5, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Beware Before You Sign on the Dotted Line
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
Recent HHS Data Show a 32% Increase in Deaths Among Nursing Home Residents
Certain members of the population were more vulnerable than others during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nursing home residents were particularly at…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | August 15, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
How a Single Document Can Take Away a Nursing Home Resident’s Rights
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
Can I Get a Ticket for Jay-Walking Even if There Are No Cars Around?
Pedestrians are quite vulnerable when compared to motorists. Unlike motorists, a pedestrian isn’t protected by the metal frame of a…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | August 8, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Unvaccinated Staff Members Continue to Pose Safety Risks to Elderly Residents
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
How to Choose the Best Personal Injury Lawyer
There can be many definitions of the “best” injury lawyer, depending on the client. Ultimately, choosing the best personal injury…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | August 1, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Medicare’s Nursing Home Rating System Needs an Overhaul. Are Lawsuits the Way?
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
Are You Suffering from PTSD After a Car Accident in Lexington, KY?
Doctors classify post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as an anxiety state. PTSD arises from a natural reaction to stressful situations. This…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | July 19, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Kentucky Heat Wave Could Impact Vulnerable Seniors
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
The Most Common Medical Errors
Doctors, hospitals, nurses, and other healthcare providers commit more medical errors than you might think. Two doctors from the Johns…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | July 11, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Risky Work for Low Pay: How Staffing Inadequacies Impact Nursing Home Care in Kentucky
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
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Shines Light on Serious Problem Nationwide
President Joe Biden proclaimed June 15, 2021, as “World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.” President Biden called attention to the abuse,…
Matthew Minner | July 2, 2021 | Car Accident
What Are the Odds of Dying in a Car Crash?
According to the National Safety Council, your odds of dying in a car crash are higher than your chances of…
Matthew Minner | June 30, 2021 | Car Accident
What Happens If You Are Sued After Causing a Collision in Lexington, KY?
When you are involved in a car accident, the cause of the crash becomes very important. If you did not…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | June 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
So, You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse, What Now?
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 24, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Dozens of Kentucky Nursing Homes Suffer From Serious Deficiencies, Study Finds
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
Can You Sue For A Car Accident in Lexington If You Are Not Hurt?
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
Dangers of Street Racing in Lexington, KY
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted our lives in numerous unexpected ways. A surprising consequence of the pandemic was an increase in…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | June 6, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Former Nurses Sentenced for Abusing an Elderly Patient at a Hospital in Kentucky
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
What Does Discovery Mean?
When you are injured because of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | May 31, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Elder Abuse Can Occur Anywhere – If You Suspect Abuse Is Occurring, Report It
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
How to Get An Accident Report in Lexington, KY
According to KRS §189.635, you must notify law enforcement of traffic accidents that result in a traffic fatality, personal injury,…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | May 21, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing Home Chains and Big Business
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
3 Elements of Standing to Sue
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
Do Car Accidents Happen More in Rural or Urban Areas?
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
What Happens to Your Body in a Rollover 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
What Do I Do at a Yield Sign? What Are the Rules in Lexington, KY?
Cities and states use a variety of signs to help keep roads safe and direct the flow of traffic. Stop…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | May 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
New Outbreak in Kentucky Highlights the Importance of Vaccines for Nursing Home Staff
The good news in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic is that scores of nursing home residents were among…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | May 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Antipsychotic Drugs – For Patients or for Staff Members?
Antipsychotic drugs are medications that must be prescribed by a physician for the treatment of a mental condition or disorder….
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | April 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
Nursing Home Occupancy is Down in Kentucky – Is That Enough to Change Abuse Culture?
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our world in ways that we are only just now starting to comprehend. Nationwide, the…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | April 19, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Pandemic Exposes Neglect, Abuse, and Concerns Over Chemical Restraint
A year into the COVID-19 pandemic and finally, vaccine rollouts across the country are giving elderly nursing home residents and…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | April 8, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Can You Trust the Ratings?
The COVID-19 pandemic practically shut the world down. Even though no one was venturing out to visit prospective nursing home…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | April 7, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
New COVID-19 Variant Detected in Kentucky Nursing Home
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
How Safe Are E-Scooters in Lexington, KY?
Over the last couple of years, an e-scooter revolution has taken place in American cities. In fact, as recently as…
Minner Vines Moncus Injury Lawyers | March 22, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse
Hollywood Speaks to an Underreported Form of Elder Abuse in Kentucky
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
Nine Factors That Determine How Much to Expect From a Car Accident Settlement in Kentucky
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
The Mirena Crash Is Real and It’s Affecting Countless Women
Many women who had the Mirena hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) removed have experienced problems after the removal. Some complications are…