Representative Matters

Representative Matters

Cassidy Daugherty v. Scared and Cornfused, Inc., a/k/a Field of Screams. Mrs. Richardson obtained a verdict in favor of an outdoor haunted attraction. Plaintiff fell at the premises and sustained two ankle fractures. Her recovery was complicated by blood clots and several surgeries. However, the Defense was able to successfully establish that Field of Screams di...

Cassidy Daugherty v. Scared and Cornfused, Inc., a/k/a Field of Screams. Mrs. Richardson obtained a verdict in favor of an outdoor haunted attraction. Plaintiff fell at the premises and sustained two ankle fractures. Her recovery was complicated by blood clots and several surgeries. However, the Defense was able to successfully establish that Field of Screams did […]

Biggs v. Robinson, Mr. Leckrone defended an insured party against claims of negligence arising from a motor vehicle accident. Within the first two hours of jury trial in Boyle Circuit Court, Mr. Leckrone successfully raised and argued a motion to exclude all Plaintiff’s claimed damages pursuant to Fratzke v. Murphy, resulting in a complete dismissal o...

Biggs v. Robinson, Mr. Leckrone defended an insured party against claims of negligence arising from a motor vehicle accident. Within the first two hours of jury trial in Boyle Circuit Court, Mr. Leckrone successfully raised and argued a motion to exclude all Plaintiff’s claimed damages pursuant to Fratzke v. Murphy, resulting in a complete dismissal of […]

Endicott v. Knight’s Mechanical, et al, No. 16-CI-00252.  Mr. Endicott was at work when an overhead pipe fell, ricocheted off the floor, and struck him in the head.  He and his wife brought suit against the subcontractor responsible for removing the pipe, Knight’s Mechanical, and the contractor, Gray Construction.  On behalf of Gray Construction, Ms...

Endicott v. Knight’s Mechanical, et al, No. 16-CI-00252. Mr. Endicott was at work when an overhead pipe fell, ricocheted off the floor, and struck him in the head. He and his wife brought suit against the subcontractor responsible for removing the pipe, Knight’s Mechanical, and the contractor, Gray Construction. On behalf of Gray Construction, Ms. […]

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company v. Omar Coley, No. 5:17-cv-00046-TBR.  Mr. Coley sought uninsured motorist coverage under a policy issued to his employer, claiming an unidentifiable piece of metal had struck his vehicle while he was making a delivery in the course of his employment.  His claim gave rise to several issues of fact and law...

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company v. Omar Coley, No. 5:17-cv-00046-TBR. Mr. Coley sought uninsured motorist coverage under a policy issued to his employer, claiming an unidentifiable piece of metal had struck his vehicle while he was making a delivery in the course of his employment. His claim gave rise to several issues of fact and law, […]

Haneck v. Grange. Richardson Law Group obtained Summary Judgment for Grange in this UIM auto-accident case. Richardson Law Group argued that Plaintiff was not covered under Grange’s policy under an exception because the vehicle was not listed on the policy. Plaintiff argued Grange’s policy was unenforceable. The Court granted Grange’s Motion for Summary Judgment findin...

Haneck v. Grange. Richardson Law Group obtained Summary Judgment for Grange in this UIM auto-accident case. Richardson Law Group argued that Plaintiff was not covered under Grange’s policy under an exception because the vehicle was not listed on the policy. Plaintiff argued Grange’s policy was unenforceable. The Court granted Grange’s Motion for Summary Judgment finding […]

Kendall v. Ralphie’s Fun Center,A/K/A Ralphie’s Properties, LLC. Ms. Kendall slipped and fell while bowling, fracturing her wrist. She alleged the bowling alley had negligently applied oil to the lane on which she was bowling and failed to post adequate warnings about the hazard presented by the oil. She and her attorney speculated that lan...

Kendall v. Ralphie’s Fun Center,A/K/A Ralphie’s Properties, LLC. Ms. Kendall slipped and fell while bowling, fracturing her wrist. She alleged the bowling alley had negligently applied oil to the lane on which she was bowling and failed to post adequate warnings about the hazard presented by the oil. She and her attorney speculated that lane […]

Kendall v. Ralphie’s Fun CenterA/K/A Ralphie’s Properties, LLC. Ms. Kendall slipped and fell while bowling, fracturing her wrist.  She alleged the bowling alley had negligently applied oil to the lane on which she was bowling and failed to post adequate warnings about the hazard presented by the oil.  She and her attorney speculated that lan...

Kendall v. Ralphie’s Fun Center, A/K/A Ralphie’s Properties, LLC. Ms. Kendall slipped and fell while bowling, fracturing her wrist. She alleged the bowling alley had negligently applied oil to the lane on which she was bowling and failed to post adequate warnings about the hazard presented by the oil. She and her attorney speculated that lane […]

Richard Slawsky v. Knob Creek Gun Range, Inc.  Mrs. Richardson obtained a directed verdict on behalf of Knob Creek Gun Range.  Plaintiff was weekly year-round visitor to Knob Creek Gun Range for years prior to falling in March 2015.  At that time, he noted that the weather was snowy, icy, and cold.  He had no problem...

Richard Slawsky v. Knob Creek Gun Range, Inc. Mrs. Richardson obtained a directed verdict on behalf of Knob Creek Gun Range. Plaintiff was weekly year-round visitor to Knob Creek Gun Range for years prior to falling in March 2015. At that time, he noted that the weather was snowy, icy, and cold. He had no problems […]

Geisler v. Kentucky Community and Technical College System, No. 2016-CA-001094-MR: Plaintiff was seriously injured while descending steps of a building owned by Defendant. Defendant, a state community college, first obtained dismissal in Jefferson Circuit Court on the basis of immunity. The Court of Appeals then affirmed this dismissal and agreed with the Defendant’s arguments, ultimatel...

Geisler v. Kentucky Community and Technical College System, No. 2016-CA-001094-MR: Plaintiff was seriously injured while descending steps of a building owned by Defendant. Defendant, a state community college, first obtained dismissal in Jefferson Circuit Court on the basis of immunity. The Court of Appeals then affirmed this dismissal and agreed with the Defendant’s arguments, ultimately […]

Veatch v. ALO. Richardson Law Group obtained Summary Judgment for the ALO in this premises liability case. Plaintiff allegedly injured himself at a fundraiser which occurred at a private citizen’s house. The Court granted ALO’s Motion for Summary Judgment determining that the ALO did not owe a duty to Plaintiff as the ALO had n...

Veatch v. ALO. Richardson Law Group obtained Summary Judgment for the ALO in this premises liability case. Plaintiff allegedly injured himself at a fundraiser which occurred at a private citizen’s house. The Court granted ALO’s Motion for Summary Judgment determining that the ALO did not owe a duty to Plaintiff as the ALO had no […]

This two week trial resulted in a defense verdict on liability in the case of Pam Lane and Pam Lane as Administrator of the Estate of Matthew Lane v. James Baker and W.A. Kendall Co. On May 20, 2014, Pam Lane and her husband, Matt Lane, were driving their motorcycle on Hwy 30 in Owsle...

This two week trial resulted in a defense verdict on liability in the case of Pam Lane and Pam Lane as Administrator of the Estate of Matthew Lane v. James Baker and W.A. Kendall Co. On May 20, 2014, Pam Lane and her husband, Matt Lane, were driving their motorcycle on Hwy 30 in Owsley […]

This two week trial resulted in a defense verdict on liability in the case of Pam Lane and Pam Lane as Administrator of the Estate of Matthew Lane v. James Baker and W.A. Kendall Co. On May 20, 2014, Pam Lane and her husband, Matt Lane, were driving their motorcycle on Hwy 30 in Owsle...

This two week trial resulted in a defense verdict on liability in the case of Pam Lane and Pam Lane as Administrator of the Estate of Matthew Lane v. James Baker and W.A. Kendall Co. On May 20, 2014, Pam Lane and her husband, Matt Lane, were driving their motorcycle on Hwy 30 in Owsley […]

Slone v. Moore, 12-CI-184. Mrs. Richardson obtained a defense verdict on liability in this 3 week trial styled. On February 2, 2012, Plaintiff was a passenger in a vehicle travelling on Hwy 80 in Perry Co., Ky. The driver of his vehicle, Duane Stidham, was third partied in by Mrs. Richardson’s client and then Plaintif...

Slone v. Moore, 12-CI-184. Mrs. Richardson obtained a defense verdict on liability in this 3 week trial styled. On February 2, 2012, Plaintiff was a passenger in a vehicle travelling on Hwy 80 in Perry Co., Ky. The driver of his vehicle, Duane Stidham, was third partied in by Mrs. Richardson’s client and then Plaintiff […]

White v. Boyd.  On December 3, 2012, Dr. Boyd turned onto the wrong side of Man O War Blvd, and caused an accident with an oncoming vehicle in which Plaintiff was a passenger.  Dr. Boyd failed all field sobriety tests at the scene and was found to have a .164 BAC an hour and a hal...

White v. Boyd. On December 3, 2012, Dr. Boyd turned onto the wrong side of Man O War Blvd, and caused an accident with an oncoming vehicle in which Plaintiff was a passenger. Dr. Boyd failed all field sobriety tests at the scene and was found to have a .164 BAC an hour and a half […]

Maynard v. Hall. Jordan Hall fell asleep at the wheel while driving his employer’s vehicle, and, in the process, rear-ended Margie Maynard. The employer, BMM, now defunct, sold chemicals to assist with the mining industry. As a result of the employee falling asleep at the wheel, directed verdict as to Jordan Hall’s liability, represented by Walters Meadows Richardson...

Maynard v. Hall. Jordan Hall fell asleep at the wheel while driving his employer’s vehicle, and, in the process, rear-ended Margie Maynard. The employer, BMM, now defunct, sold chemicals to assist with the mining industry. As a result of the employee falling asleep at the wheel, directed verdict as to Jordan Hall’s liability, represented by Walters Meadows Richardson, […]

Watson v. Ohio Valley Bistros, McCracken Circuit Court; Division II; Civil Action No. 10-CI-1400. Richardson Law Group represented a franchisee of TGI Friday’s and its franchisor Carlson Restaurants in an action arising from the service of alcohol to Joe Taylor and his passenger, William Watson. Mr. Taylor and Mr. Watson alleged they were served i...

Watson v. Ohio Valley Bistros, McCracken Circuit Court; Division II; Civil Action No. 10-CI-1400. Richardson Law Group represented a franchisee of TGI Friday’s and its franchisor Carlson Restaurants in an action arising from the service of alcohol to Joe Taylor and his passenger, William Watson. Mr. Taylor and Mr. Watson alleged they were served in […]

Artley v. Dargavell, et al. Madison Circuit Court; Division II; Civil Action No. 12-CI-00742. Richardson Law Group defended Johnny Dargavell on claims that he was drunk when he allegedly ran a red light and struck the vehicle occupied by husband and wife, Brian and Brandy Artley. The Artleys also sued The Bait Shop a loca...

Artley v. Dargavell, et al. Madison Circuit Court; Division II; Civil Action No. 12-CI-00742. Richardson Law Group defended Johnny Dargavell on claims that he was drunk when he allegedly ran a red light and struck the vehicle occupied by husband and wife, Brian and Brandy Artley. The Artleys also sued The Bait Shop a local […]

French v. Clarksville Stave & Lumber Co., Ltd..A rollover accident that occurred after two truckers met in an S-Curve on a narrow rural road resulted in a trial before the U.S. District Court at Covington.  After brief deliberation, the jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of the defendant who was represented by Melissa Thompso...

French v. Clarksville Stave & Lumber Co., Ltd..A rollover accident that occurred after two truckers met in an S-Curve on a narrow rural road resulted in a trial before the U.S. District Court at Covington. After brief deliberation, the jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of the defendant who was represented by Melissa Thompson […]

Brenner v. Price, No. 12-CI-00140, 2012.  Plaintiff initially claimed orthopedic injury; then, one year later, began claiming a traumatic brain injury. Plaintiff made a six-figure settlement demand shortly before trial. Ms. Bass prepared extensive motions in limine and Daubert challenges, which preserved the record and effectively narrowed the Plaintiff’s options at trial. Ultimately, the Plaintiff agree...

Brenner v. Price, No. 12-CI-00140, 2012. Plaintiff initially claimed orthopedic injury; then, one year later, began claiming a traumatic brain injury. Plaintiff made a six-figure settlement demand shortly before trial. Ms. Bass prepared extensive motions in limine and Daubert challenges, which preserved the record and effectively narrowed the Plaintiff’s options at trial. Ultimately, the Plaintiff agreed […]

Rowland, et al. v. Liquor Mart of Lancaster, et al. Garrard Circuit Court, Division I; Civil Action No. 11-CI-241. Richardson Law Group represented a package liquor store in a suit brought by the children of Joel and Lavada Rowland, who were killed in a head-on collision with a vehicle operated by Brett Whittaker. Mr. Whittake...

Rowland, et al. v. Liquor Mart of Lancaster, et al. Garrard Circuit Court, Division I; Civil Action No. 11-CI-241. Richardson Law Group represented a package liquor store in a suit brought by the children of Joel and Lavada Rowland, who were killed in a head-on collision with a vehicle operated by Brett Whittaker. Mr. Whittaker […]

Tope et al. v. RJ Kahuna’s et al., Boyd Circuit Court; Division II; Civil Action No. 11-CI-325. Richardson Law Group defended a local Ashland area establishment against claims of over-service to Joshua Keen. Keen was later involved in a head on collision with another vehicle, killing himself and injuring the driver and two passengers i...

Tope et al. v. RJ Kahuna’s et al., Boyd Circuit Court; Division II; Civil Action No. 11-CI-325. Richardson Law Group defended a local Ashland area establishment against claims of over-service to Joshua Keen. Keen was later involved in a head on collision with another vehicle, killing himself and injuring the driver and two passengers in […]

Richardson Law Group represented one of the largest pork producers in the nation in a class action lawsuit. In Powell, we played a key role in dismissing the majority of the plaintiffs’ complaints and, in turn, decertifying the class, thereby significantly limiting its client’s possible exposure. 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 32229 (W.D. Ky. Mar. 8...

Richardson Law Group represented one of the largest pork producers in the nation in a class action lawsuit. In Powell, we played a key role in dismissing the majority of the plaintiffs’ complaints and, in turn, decertifying the class, thereby significantly limiting its client’s possible exposure. 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 32229 (W.D. Ky. Mar. 8, […]

Powell v. Tosh: Richardson Law Group has represented one of the largest pork producers in the nation in a class action lawsuit. To date, Richardson Law Group has played a key role in dismissing the majority of plaintiffs’ complaints and, in turn, decertifying the class, thereby significantly limiting its clients’ possible exposure. (W.D. Ky. Mar...

Powell v. Tosh: Richardson Law Group has represented one of the largest pork producers in the nation in a class action lawsuit. To date, Richardson Law Group has played a key role in dismissing the majority of plaintiffs’ complaints and, in turn, decertifying the class, thereby significantly limiting its clients’ possible exposure. (W.D. Ky. Mar. […]

Hardy Oil Co. v. Nationwide Agribusiness Ins. Co.  Richardson Law Group attorneys represented an insurance carrier in the successful enforcement of a coverage denial based on a pollution exclusion in a petroleum distributor’s insurance policy. The court held: “Hardy Oil’s claim involves a classic environmental catastrophe that led to a government-ordered cleanup. As Kentucky courts have recognized...

Hardy Oil Co. v. Nationwide Agribusiness Ins. Co. Richardson Law Group attorneys represented an insurance carrier in the successful enforcement of a coverage denial based on a pollution exclusion in a petroleum distributor’s insurance policy. The court held: “Hardy Oil’s claim involves a classic environmental catastrophe that led to a government-ordered cleanup. As Kentucky courts have recognized, […]

Mullins v. Pouty Baby, LLC, Fayette Circuit Court, Division VIII; Civil Action No. 11-CI-525. Richardson Law Group defended a well-known local establishment in a dram shop action arising from the service of alcohol to Paul Haney. After leaving the establishment, Mr. Haney ran a red light and struck University of Kentucky student Samuel Mullins, who...

Mullins v. Pouty Baby, LLC, Fayette Circuit Court, Division VIII; Civil Action No. 11-CI-525. Richardson Law Group defended a well-known local establishment in a dram shop action arising from the service of alcohol to Paul Haney. After leaving the establishment, Mr. Haney ran a red light and struck University of Kentucky student Samuel Mullins, who […]

Robinson v. Nationwide Mut. Fire Ins. Co. Richardson Law Group successfully defended a first party declaratory judgment action upholding a denial of coverage where a homeowner’s adult son was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine in the home which lead to a fire significantly damaging, and contaminating the residence.  The court found that the production of methamphetamine was...

Robinson v. Nationwide Mut. Fire Ins. Co. Richardson Law Group successfully defended a first party declaratory judgment action upholding a denial of coverage where a homeowner’s adult son was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine in the home which lead to a fire significantly damaging, and contaminating the residence. The court found that the production of methamphetamine was […]

Westfield Ins. Co. v. Young. Richardson Law Group represented an insurance carrier that issued a policy to a community and technical college.  A student at the college was involved in a fatal accident driving home from school in a pickup truck that had been repaired at the college as part of a hands-on project. The...

Westfield Ins. Co. v. Young. Richardson Law Group represented an insurance carrier that issued a policy to a community and technical college. A student at the college was involved in a fatal accident driving home from school in a pickup truck that had been repaired at the college as part of a hands-on project. The […]

Johnson et al v. Republic Diesel, 11-CI-274.  Earl Green and his wife and daughter were passengers in a vehicle that was rear-ended by a commercial vehicle.  While the Greens were not injured at the scene, they reported later that day to the ER.  They have since been treated for wide-ranging soft-tissue symptoms.  The Greens filed sui...

Johnson et al v. Republic Diesel, 11-CI-274. Earl Green and his wife and daughter were passengers in a vehicle that was rear-ended by a commercial vehicle. While the Greens were not injured at the scene, they reported later that day to the ER. They have since been treated for wide-ranging soft-tissue symptoms. The Greens filed suit […]

Hill v. Busy Bee Septic, 10-CI-223. Tamela Hill was navigating a narrow mountain bridge.  A driver of a commercial vehicle approached from the opposite direction.  As the two met on the bridge, there was a serious collision.  Hill filed suit against the employer of the commercial operator.  Our firm, representing the defense, presented the testimony of ...

Hill v. Busy Bee Septic, 10-CI-223. Tamela Hill was navigating a narrow mountain bridge. A driver of a commercial vehicle approached from the opposite direction. As the two met on the bridge, there was a serious collision. Hill filed suit against the employer of the commercial operator. Our firm, representing the defense, presented the testimony of a […]

Scottsdale Ins. Co. v. Nat H. Sandler 381 Fed. Appx. 554 (6th Cir. Ky. 2010). A doctor employed by a mental health clinic prescribed antidepressants to a former patient and social acquaintance, after advising the former patient not to seek help at the clinic.  The former patient complied with the doctor’s advice.  The patient subsequentl...

Scottsdale Ins. Co. v. Nat H. Sandler 381 Fed. Appx. 554 (6th Cir. Ky. 2010). A doctor employed by a mental health clinic prescribed antidepressants to a former patient and social acquaintance, after advising the former patient not to seek help at the clinic. The former patient complied with the doctor’s advice. The patient subsequently […]

Andrews v. Westfield Insurance et al, 09-CI-11522. An optometrist was rear-ended while driving in Louisville. There was no injury at the scene with the optometrist leaving the scene, renting a car, and continuing to run errands. He first sought treatment a week later with a chiropractor for apparent soft-tissue symptoms. Nearly one year later, th...

Andrews v. Westfield Insurance et al, 09-CI-11522. An optometrist was rear-ended while driving in Louisville. There was no injury at the scene with the optometrist leaving the scene, renting a car, and continuing to run errands. He first sought treatment a week later with a chiropractor for apparent soft-tissue symptoms. Nearly one year later, the […]

Kelley v. Poore.  After obtaining a defense verdict at trial in Fayette Circuit Court, the Court of Appeals affirmed the judgment. The Court of Appeals held that the Trial Court did not err in failing to direct a verdict in favor of Plaintiff because the evidence supported a verdict in favor of the defendant wher...

Kelley v. Poore. After obtaining a defense verdict at trial in Fayette Circuit Court, the Court of Appeals affirmed the judgment. The Court of Appeals held that the Trial Court did not err in failing to direct a verdict in favor of Plaintiff because the evidence supported a verdict in favor of the defendant where […]

 Sims v. Boscheinen. In a sick house case, a couple claimed that they and their minor child suffered health issues after purchasing a home from the defendants. They claimed that the sellers were aware but intentionally did not disclose that the home was built with wood that contained benzene and toxic mold, heavy metal toxin...

Sims v. Boscheinen. In a sick house case, a couple claimed that they and their minor child suffered health issues after purchasing a home from the defendants. They claimed that the sellers were aware but intentionally did not disclose that the home was built with wood that contained benzene and toxic mold, heavy metal toxins […]

Smith v. Turner et al., 08-CI-0083.  Coy Turner was operating a grain truck for his employer.  As he drove, the truck’s left front wheel fell off.  Turner lost control and struck an oncoming Jeep Cherokee driven by Barbara Smith.  Smith sued Turner and his employer for more than $1.6 million.  Richardson Law Group represented the defense...

Smith v. Turner et al., 08-CI-0083. Coy Turner was operating a grain truck for his employer. As he drove, the truck’s left front wheel fell off. Turner lost control and struck an oncoming Jeep Cherokee driven by Barbara Smith. Smith sued Turner and his employer for more than $1.6 million. Richardson Law Group represented the defense, […]

Scottsdale Ins. Co. v. Flowers. Richardson Law Group represented an insurance carrier in the successful appeal of a District Court Declaratory Judgment Action on procedural and substantive grounds. The claimant in the underlying action had sought coverage under a treatment center’s liability coverage for an allegedly inappropriate sexual relationship with a therapist. On appeal, the claiman...

Scottsdale Ins. Co. v. Flowers. Richardson Law Group represented an insurance carrier in the successful appeal of a District Court Declaratory Judgment Action on procedural and substantive grounds. The claimant in the underlying action had sought coverage under a treatment center’s liability coverage for an allegedly inappropriate sexual relationship with a therapist. On appeal, the claimant […]

McKean v. Barlow Homes.  A plaintiff purchased a new home and three weeks later, she stepped into her yard and fell on a depression. She sued the construction company that built her home for her medical bills, totaling $27,388 and over a quarter million dollars in pain and suffering. Richardson Law Group defended the construction company and argue...

McKean v. Barlow Homes. A plaintiff purchased a new home and three weeks later, she stepped into her yard and fell on a depression. She sued the construction company that built her home for her medical bills, totaling $27,388 and over a quarter million dollars in pain and suffering. Richardson Law Group defended the construction company and argued […]

Kelley v. Poore, 07-CI-4585.  Following a collision between a jet ski and a fishing boat, the injured driver of the jet ski brought suit. Richardson Law Group, representing the defendant boat operator, successfully employed the testimony of a boating expert in support of the argument that the jet ski driver, not the boat operator, ha...

Kelley v. Poore, 07-CI-4585. Following a collision between a jet ski and a fishing boat, the injured driver of the jet ski brought suit. Richardson Law Group, representing the defendant boat operator, successfully employed the testimony of a boating expert in support of the argument that the jet ski driver, not the boat operator, had […]

Kessnick v. Century Equipment, Gallatin Circuit Court, 06-0080. In 2006, a plaintiff was riding as a passenger in a golf cart when the driver swerved and the cart started to roll. The plaintiff jumped, but the cart rolled on top of him and fractured his vertebrae, leaving him paraplegic. He sued the manufacturer of th...

Kessnick v. Century Equipment, Gallatin Circuit Court, 06-0080. In 2006, a plaintiff was riding as a passenger in a golf cart when the driver swerved and the cart started to roll. The plaintiff jumped, but the cart rolled on top of him and fractured his vertebrae, leaving him paraplegic. He sued the manufacturer of the […]

Bailey v. MCM Signs, 05-CI-2758.  A driver hit the brakes when he saw a stopped FedEx truck in the lane ahead of him. The brakes failed, so the driver swerved to avoid the truck. As a result, he collided with a car in which Laura Bailey was riding. Bailey asserted the following injuries: an ope...

Bailey v. MCM Signs, 05-CI-2758. A driver hit the brakes when he saw a stopped FedEx truck in the lane ahead of him. The brakes failed, so the driver swerved to avoid the truck. As a result, he collided with a car in which Laura Bailey was riding. Bailey asserted the following injuries: an open […]

Coomer v. Phelps, 01-CI-1118.  Richardson Law Group was granted summary judgment on behalf of an insured in Pulaski Circuit Court upon proof of a release the injured party executed in favor of the insured. The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed this judgment, finding no grounds to support invalidating the release as the injured party faile...

Coomer v. Phelps, 01-CI-1118. Richardson Law Group was granted summary judgment on behalf of an insured in Pulaski Circuit Court upon proof of a release the injured party executed in favor of the insured. The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed this judgment, finding no grounds to support invalidating the release as the injured party failed […]

Robinson v. Walls et al, 04-CI-1107. Cecil Howell was traveling on the highway when a teenager, Chad Walls, proceeding in the opposite direction, made a left turn in front of Howell’s oncoming vehicle. The initial collision with Howell sent Walls careening into a driver stopped at a nearby stop sign, Thomas Robinson. Robinson sued Howell an...

Robinson v. Walls et al, 04-CI-1107. Cecil Howell was traveling on the highway when a teenager, Chad Walls, proceeding in the opposite direction, made a left turn in front of Howell’s oncoming vehicle. The initial collision with Howell sent Walls careening into a driver stopped at a nearby stop sign, Thomas Robinson. Robinson sued Howell and […]

Richmond v. Pike, 04-CI-0695.  Carl Richmond was driving through an intersection when Peryda Pike allegedly ran a red light and collided with Richmond’s vehicle. Richmond proceeded to work and reported to the Emergency Room only later in the day. He filed suit against Pike, asserting a wide-ranging back injury had left him totally disabled. Richardso...

Richmond v. Pike, 04-CI-0695. Carl Richmond was driving through an intersection when Peryda Pike allegedly ran a red light and collided with Richmond’s vehicle. Richmond proceeded to work and reported to the Emergency Room only later in the day. He filed suit against Pike, asserting a wide-ranging back injury had left him totally disabled. Richardson […]

Turner v. Noble, 02-CI-0026.  In a motor vehicle accident case in the Breathitt Circuit Court, Richardson Law Group successfully utilized the testimony of an expert in orthopedics to achieve a jury verdict of $0 on the question of the plaintiff’s impairment. See KYTCR Report...

Turner v. Noble, 02-CI-0026. In a motor vehicle accident case in the Breathitt Circuit Court, Richardson Law Group successfully utilized the testimony of an expert in orthopedics to achieve a jury verdict of $0 on the question of the plaintiff’s impairment. See KYTCR Report.

Wright v. Thorne, 01-CV-0114While traveling on a narrow bridge, Brenda Wright sideswiped a truck pulling a horse trailer. Wright sued the driver of the vehicles she had sideswiped. Richardson Law Group removed the state court action to the United States District Court and secured a verdict which ultimately amounted to $0. See KYTCR report...

Wright v. Thorne, 01-CV-0114. While traveling on a narrow bridge, Brenda Wright sideswiped a truck pulling a horse trailer. Wright sued the driver of the vehicles she had sideswiped. Richardson Law Group removed the state court action to the United States District Court and secured a verdict which ultimately amounted to $0. See KYTCR report​

Johnson v. Steckel, 00-CI-4091.  Lisa Johnson was stopped at a red light when her vehicle was rear-ended by a vehicle driven by Pamela Steckel. Johnson complained of C6-7 disc injury and filed suit against Steckel. Richardson Law Group defended. Prior to trial, Richardson Law Group secured dismissal of Johnson’s claims of impairment and future medica...

Johnson v. Steckel, 00-CI-4091. Lisa Johnson was stopped at a red light when her vehicle was rear-ended by a vehicle driven by Pamela Steckel. Johnson complained of C6-7 disc injury and filed suit against Steckel. Richardson Law Group defended. Prior to trial, Richardson Law Group secured dismissal of Johnson’s claims of impairment and future medical […]

Tucker v. Childers Oil Co., 99-CI-0077.  A plaintiff in Floyd County sued the owner of a BP gas station after she fell on an oily spot in the gas station parking lot. The plaintiff brought her father to testify, who told the jury that he saw the oily spot in the parking lot a few hour...

Tucker v. Childers Oil Co., 99-CI-0077. A plaintiff in Floyd County sued the owner of a BP gas station after she fell on an oily spot in the gas station parking lot. The plaintiff brought her father to testify, who told the jury that he saw the oily spot in the parking lot a few hours […]

Kelly v. Phelps, 98-CI-2228. Another plaintiff, a carpenter, was injured on the job after the roof of the project collapsed. He noted that once he arrived at the site, he saw the porch was sagging and attempted to fix the sag before the collapse. He sued several entities, including the contractor, and sought $42,192 in medica...

Kelly v. Phelps, 98-CI-2228. Another plaintiff, a carpenter, was injured on the job after the roof of the project collapsed. He noted that once he arrived at the site, he saw the porch was sagging and attempted to fix the sag before the collapse. He sued several entities, including the contractor, and sought $42,192 in medical […]

Keating v. Nationwide, 92-CI-0444.  William Sears allegedly ran a red light while driving a truck outfitted with a cattle trailer. Michael Keating had a green light to permit him to turn onto the four-lane road. As Keating made his turn, Sears plowed into his vehicle, causing Keating’s vehicle to roll over. Keating suffered cuts t...

Keating v. Nationwide, 92-CI-0444. William Sears allegedly ran a red light while driving a truck outfitted with a cattle trailer. Michael Keating had a green light to permit him to turn onto the four-lane road. As Keating made his turn, Sears plowed into his vehicle, causing Keating’s vehicle to roll over. Keating suffered cuts to […]