Episode 89: Calloway County personal injury attorney Jeff Roberts discusses accidents involving self-driving cars. For the purposes of this episode, the term “self-driving” will refer to both autonomous driving vehicles and those requiring a driver to be in the front seat, but not necessarily guiding the vehicle the entire time.
New Kentucky Legislation
There are two laws regarding self-driving cars became effective in July of 2024. Autonomous vehicles refer to those not needing the assistance of driver to operate on the roads. Automated driving systems enable to the vehicle to travel on the roads, but require someone to be in the driver’s seat to takeover, should that be required for safety reasons.
It is legal to have an autonomous car on the road in Kentucky. Over time, this will also include large, tractor trailers. Autonomous trucks weighing 6,200 pounds or more will be legal on Kentucky beginning July 31, 2026.
Safe-Driving Technology
Jeff comments on how many cars are already equipped with lane departure, automatic breaking and other safety features. Fortunately, the technology being used by self-driving vehicles are even more advanced. He admits there will be a learning curve for the manufacturers of autonomous vehicles. This creates a scary situation for other drivers on the road with self-driving cars in the area. Hopefully, the technology will avoid having the vehicles camp out in the left lane; but that’s a topic for another episode!
What Do Other Clients Think About Jeff?
We always encourage listeners to read the Google Reviews Jeff Roberts has received from many of his clients. A 5-Star rating and the comments are earned recognition and demonstrate Jeff’s commitment to his clients. As a solo attorney, he has more Google Reviews than some firms with multiple attorneys. Jeff shares the credit with his staff at the Roberts Law Office. Successfully representing injured clients is a team effort. It’s why Jeff likes to say his firm offers small town service with big city results.
Jeff Roberts Represents Injured Clients Throughout Kentucky
With offices located in Calloway County (Murray) and now in Christian County (Hopkinsville), Jeff has a history of representing personal injury clients, workers’ compensation clients and social security disability clients across the state. He’s represented clients from Paducah, Bowling Green, Louisville, Covington, Whitesville and many other Kentucky locations. He’s not just a Western Kentucky injury attorney.
We hope you found this episode insightful and helpful. Thank you for listening!
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