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It is being reported that one person was killed Friday morning in a three vehicle accident on northbound I-65 near Sellersburg, Indiana. State police said that at approximately 8:30 a.m., a vehicle struck the rear of a tractor-trailer parked on the shoulder. Northbound lanes of I-65 near Sellersburg were closed at 9 a.m. The authorities have not released any information that would explain exactly why this wreck occurred, but with any fatal wreck an accident reconstructionist should be consulted.

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Giant Bicycle, Inc., has announced a recall of the 2012 Model Year “Giant Defy Advanced and Avail Advanced Bicycles.” There were an estimated 900 bicycles sold to the public.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

The problem with the bikes stems from the potential for the “fork” portion of the bicycle to crack or come apart with could result in a fall for whomever the rider happens to be.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Giant Bicycle, Inc., has announced a recall of the 2012 Model Year “Giant Defy Advanced and Avail Advanced Bicycles.” There were an estimated 900 bicycles sold to the public.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

The problem with the bikes stems from the potential for the “fork” portion of the bicycle to crack or come apart with could result in a fall for whomever the rider happens to be.

The bikes in question were distributed by Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2011 through November 2011 for between $3,000 and $4,550.

The bikes in question were distributed by Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2011 through November 2011 for between $3,000 and $4,550. Consumers should contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fork.

Kellie Rodriguez says she attended a recent taping of a Disney kids' sitcom with her minor children. However, But instead of a wholesome, family-friendly experience, Rodriguez says that she was forced to endure sexual misconduct by the designated “crowd entertainer” Ron Pearson.

Apparently, Ms. Rodriguez was chosen by Pearson, along with two other audience members, to take the stage and participate in a contest that involved doing a "silly dance.”.

According to suit, during the "silly dance," Pearson began spanking Rodriguez while her back was turned to him. "This unwarranted spanking was relentless, and did not cease until Plaintiff physically turned around to stop it," the suit says.

After the taping was over Pearson asked Ms. Rodriguez for a kiss on the cheek., “but when she went in to give him the peck, Pearson "turned his face and kissed Plaintiff fully on the mouth."

It is worth noting that Rodriguez did not win the contest.

Alleging sexual assault, battery, negligence, negligent hiring, and a host of other charges, Ms. Rodriguez is seeking unspecified damages, along with medical expenses, compensation for loss of earnings, legal costs and interest.

Disney has not yet responded to requests for comment.

Cyber bullying involves the use of technology such as e-mail, instant messaging, the publishing of defamatory personal web sites, and online personal polling web sites that are used to support conscious, willful, deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by one or more people with the intent to harm others. On-line harassment or threatening is Cyber bullying and it is increasing in Kentucky and all over the world.

The Kentucky Center for School Safety has published tips for parents when you suspect or know your child is being cyberbullied.

Continue reading "Cyberbullying On The Rise: Tips For Parents" »

Covidien, the maker of the Duet TRS Universal Straight and Articulating Single Use Loading Units, issued a recall of the device due to reports connecting it with 13 serious injuries and three deaths. Covidien has decided that the device should not be used in thoracic surgery procedures, which it believes accounts for one third of all procedures. The device is a loading unit used to support staple lines in tissues. However, Covidien found that the device can injure anatomical structures in the thorax resulting in post-operative complications.

The product numbers affected are:

DUET4535
DUET4535A
DUET4548
DUET4548A
DUET6035
DUET6035A
DUET6048
DUET6048ADUET TRS 45 3.5MM STRAIGHT SULU
DUET TRS 45 3.5MM ARTICULATING SULU
DUET TRS 45 4.8MM STRAIGHT SULU
DUET TRS 45 4.8MM ARTICULATING SULU
DUET TRS 60 3.5MM STRAIGHT SULU
DUET TRS 60 3.5MM ARTICULATING SULU
DUET TRS 60 4.8MM STRAIGHT SULU
DUET TRS 60 4.8MM ARTICULATING SULU

Dangerous and defective medical devices are responsible for many injuries and deaths nationwide. Our profession calls this area of law products liability. Consulting an attorney experienced in handling these matters is usually easy. Most lawyers will provide a complimentary initial consultation to evaluate a claim or case and let the person know if they can help.

This consumer protection information is provided by Louisville, Kentucky attorney Will Nefzger, a partner at Bahe Cook Cantley & Nefzger PLC.

Cyber bullying involves the use of technology such as e-mail, instant messaging, the publishing of defamatory personal web sites, and online personal polling web sites that are used to support conscious, willful, deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by one or more people with the intent to harm others. On-line harassment or threatening is Cyber bullying and it is increasing in Kentucky and all over the world.

The Kentucky Center for School Safety has published tips for parents when you suspect or know your child is being cyberbullied.

Continue reading "Cyberbullying On The Rise: Tips For Parents" »

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Kentucky Revised Statutes, Chapter 344. These laws apply to employers with 15 or more employees, including state and local governments. It also applies to employment agencies and to labor organizations, as well as to the federal government.

Requests for sexual favors, unwelcome sexual advances, and other physical or verbal conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects an individual's employment, unreasonably interferes with an individual's work performance, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.

Many people mistakenly assume that victims of sexual harassment can only be women. However, a greater number of men are filing charges of sexual harassment in the workplace, against both female and same-sex perpetrators.

If you or someone you know would like more information about how to file a charge of sexual harassment or a sexually hostile work environment, the attorneys at Bahe Cook Cantley & Nefzger are available to assist you.

The aftermath of the tornadoes that struck the Louisville are turned deadly on the Gene Snyder Freeway (I-265) when a line of vehicles slowed by overturned tractor-trailers caused by 95 mile per hour winds was slammed into by a van traveling at a high rate of speed. This set off a chain reaction that resulted in the death of a passenger in the first vehicle, a Chevy Impala, and serious injury to its driver. The Impala struck a Toyota Camry, and the Camry then struck a Hyundai SUV. The drivers of both of those vehicles were injured as well.

There are many questions here, the most obvious one being why the driver of the van could not appreciate that traffic was slowed or stopped in front of him. Of course, driver error is the first cause that jumps to everyone's mind, but there are other possible factors that must be explored. Faulty mechanics, design or manufacture flaws and defects and negligent maintenance or repair are just a few of the possibilities. Car and truck wrecks, such as these, also often involved complex questions of law regarding insurance coverage.

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Kentucky State Police is investigating a two vehicle collision that resulted in the death of Travis Fair. The wreck occurred Friday, January 13th, in the afternoon, approximately 8 miles east of Columbia on KY 80.

KSP's investigation reveled that Travis Fair, of Columbia, was operating a 2000 Saturn when it crossed the center line and struck a 2009 Ford pickup, being operated by Daryl Flatt. Mr. Fair was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Adair County Coroner. Mr. Flatt and a passenger, Candi Flatt (both of Columbia), were transported to Westlake Regional Hospital where they were treated and released. All occupants were wearing seatbelts at the time of the collision. Preliminary indications suggest the Mr. Fair was possibly texting at the time of the collision. It is unknown at this time if alcohol was a contributing factor to the collision, however there is toxicology pending. The investigation is reportedly still ongoing.

This tragic wreck again highlights the dangers of texting while driving. It simply isn't safe to text while driving. Hopefully, drivers are becoming more aware of the tragic consequences that texting can have.

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Authorities are reporting that one person was killed in a car accident in Bullitt County this afternoon. The wreck occurred at Old Bardstown Road and Landis Lane in Mount Washington around 3 p.m.

It is being reported that a 73-year-old man turned his car into the other car which was being driven by a 27-year-old female. The man died on the scene. The woman and her small child have been transported to University Hospital and Kosair Children's. Authorities have not yet released the name of the victim.

We use our blog as a forum to educate the public using real life events. However, we are very sensitive to the fact that these real life events have resulted in a tragedy that will inflict great pain and sorrow on those involved and those close to the victim(s). As such, we understand that they may not approve, and we will immediately remove a post if a victim or their loved ones makes that request.