Here in Kentucky, child custody and parenting plans should be based on the best interests of the child. Our family law also establishes a “rebuttable presumption” that it is in the best interest of the child(ren) for custody and parenting time to be shared jointly and equally between the child's...
An Injury Accident Caused by Cell Phone Use in Kentucky
Is an injury accident caused by cell phone use in Kentucky a crime? While texting or other use of your cell phone may result in a ticket and fine, unless the distraction results in reckless driving or vehicular homicide, using a cell phone while driving will usually not be charged...
I Threw One Punch, and I’m Facing a Felony?
“I threw one punch, and I’m facing a felony? Well, that must have been a strong punch, or you have training in combat or the martial arts, and the prosecution considers this knowledge as a “deadly weapon.” If a fight results in “serious injury or physical harm to another person”...
Valuation of a Business in a Divorce
The valuation of a business in a Shepherdsville or Bullitt County divorce is one of the crucial elements of property division. This is true if you are the owner of the company, or the spouse of a business owner or licensed professional. Why is the valuation of the business going...
Passengers Injured in a Car Accident in Kentucky Always Have a Valid Personal Injury Claim
Did you know that passengers injured in a car accident in Kentucky always have a valid personal injury claim? Our laws protect you as an injured passenger, but you are going to need an experienced, proven personal injury attorney to protect and assert your right to recover for your medical...
Do I Need an Attorney for my DUI in Shepherdsville or Bullitt County KY?
Do I need an attorney for my DUI in Shepherdsville or Bullitt County, Kentucky? What do I need to know if I’m facing my first DUI? My name is John Schmidt, and after more than 25 years of experience as a DUI and criminal defense attorney here in Shepherdsville and...
Reasons to Modify Child Custody and Parenting Time
What are some of the reasons to modify child custody and parenting time in Shepherdsville, Bullitt County or anywhere in the greater Louisville, Kentucky area? The first requirement for the Court to entertain a change is usually a significant change in the “status quo.” The status quo refers to every...
A Truck Accident in Shepherdsville and Bullitt County Requires Legal Skill and Experience
Why does a truck accident in Shepherdsville and Bullitt County Kentucky require legal skill and experience? Have you or someone you love been seriously injured in a truck or commercial vehicle accident? When any passenger car or motorcycle is hit by a truck, the driver and any passengers in the...
Felony DUI in Shepherdsville or Anywhere in Kentucky
What is considered to be a felony DUI in Shepherdsville or anywhere in the State of Kentucky? A felony DUI charge is usually the result of a fourth DUI or any subsequent DUI conviction following a a prior felony DUI conviction. If you have been charged with a felony DUI...
Managing Move Away or Relocation Child Custody Cases
Why is it important to have an experienced family law when managing move away or relocation child custody cases? What does a parent who wishes to move away and take the child(ren) with them need to know? What does the parent who will remain in Kentucky need to know? If...