As we’ve discussed here previously, Kentucky allows some people with a DUI charge or conviction to have an ignition interlock device (IID installed on their vehicles to get their driving privileges back sooner than they otherwise would and drive on a restricted...
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Does a failed breath test automatically lead to a DUI conviction?
If the police pull you over and think that you have had too much to drink, they will ask you to do a field sobriety test and then maybe even a chemical breath test. If you fail that chemical test, the police officer will probably arrest you immediately and take you to...
Nursing boards have stepped up disciplinary actions
National Practitioner Data Bank statistics show that nursing boards are increasingly taking disciplinary action against registered nurses. There were 14,092 reported incidents in 2012. Those rose steadily through 2016, with a slight decrease by 2019 when the most...
7 ways to lose a physical therapy license
Obtaining a physical therapy license represents investing untold years of energy, money and time into a career. Medical licenses allow health care professionals to contribute to the betterment of society while earning an income. Having one’s medical license taken...
Is drugged driving the same as drunk driving?
In Kentucky, the term “driving under the influence” or “driving while impaired” refers to drivers who are impaired by alcohol, drugs or other mind-altering substances. While the majority of DUI/DWI cases do involve alcohol, not all of them do. Drugged driving can get...
Drunk driving may lead to severe consequences, including job loss
A driver may be heading to their destination when they are stopped. When the officer explains why they were stopped, the driver may realize they are in serious trouble. The state of Kentucky treats DWI or DUI seriously, which means the driver may now be facing some...
What are the consequences for nurses who violate HIPAA rules?
If you’re a nurse, you’re well-acquainted with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). It’s intended to protect people’s medical privacy. Health care entities and their employees know that if they fail to comply with HIPAA rules, they can...
Will I lose my license as a result of a DUI/DWI?
People make mistakes. Whether you were drinking and ended up accused of driving while impaired or you were falsely accused by an officer during a traffic stop, it is important to understand that you have rights. You deserve an opportunity to defend yourself against...
How much will my insurance go up if I get a DUI?
If you are convicted of a DUI, you will face several possible consequences. These can include suspension of your license, an ignition interlock device, attending an alcohol education program and jail time. Yet there is one penalty you may not have considered: Your...
Will you lose your liquor license for selling to a minor?
In Kentucky, as with the rest of the United States, people need to be 21-years-old or older to buy alcohol. Businesses that have a liquor license must not sell to those who are underage. Interestingly, the law in Kentucky only focuses on age, not proof of that age. It...