On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | May 9, 2019 | Firm News
One of the key traits of a highly developed country is usually that the country has a low rate of pregnancy-related deaths, both for women and their children. However, the numbers in the United States are frightening, and they are only getting worse.Per new reports...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Mar 15, 2019 | Firm News
Many nursing homes are safe and positive places for elderly citizens to enjoy their golden years. At least, this is what you hope for your aging mom or dad. There are also elderly care facilities that are outright abusive and hazardous. Then there...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Jan 22, 2019 | Firm News
When people purchase or utilize certain items, they expect them to function in a certain manner. When those items do not function as intended, they can lead to injuries, and sometimes death.People who suffer from an injury due to a malfunctioning product may be able...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Dec 13, 2018 | Firm News
O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC, is pleased to be able to announce that Harold L. Kirtley II, partner, has been selected to the 2019 list of Super Lawyers in the state of Kentucky. With this recognition, Hal joins the firm’s other two partners, Stephen M....
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Nov 27, 2018 | Firm News
While autos, SUVs and light-duty trucks account for most road accidents, catastrophic accident injuries result when commercial trucks are involved. A fully loaded truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds.According to the Lexington Herald-Leader, two auto drivers died...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Jul 4, 2018 | Firm News
When a car accident occurs, there are several aspects of the situation that should be addressed immediately. You need to get medical care to ensure that injuries are treated properly, and you also need to address damage to your vehicle so that you do not find yourself...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | May 29, 2018 | Firm News
You want your loved one to have a good time at the nursing home, but abuse runs rampant at certain institutions. When you visit your loved one, you want to keep an eye out for the signs of neglect, such as bedsores, poor personal hygiene, lack of mobility and...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | May 2, 2018 | Firm News
Getting into a wreck with a large commercial truck is frustrating at best and catastrophic at worst. These massive vehicles are capable of causing a massive amount of damage. Due to the inherent dangers, there are strict safety regulations to reduce...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Apr 4, 2018 | Firm News
You may pass a construction site on your way to work every day, or the main road near your house might be undergoing improvements. For numerous reasons, you and other Kentucky residents have regular exposure to construction projects, and you may not realize the...
On behalf of O’Brien Batten & Kirtley, PLLC | Mar 8, 2018 | Firm News
Most of the time, an accident means exactly that – the incident was purely accidental, and although a judge or jury may have found someone at fault, usually that person had no intention of hurting anyone. However, in some cases, an accident resulted from...
