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A head injury may cause longer-term brain damage than previously thought and make it dangerous to drive a car even after concussion symptoms have subsided, a recent study of college students says. Most people do not know what to do after a concussion or if they are experiencing concussion symptoms. The study at the University […]
Could Kentucky adopt a tougher law restricting texting or using cell phones while behind the wheel of a car this year? State Rep. James Tipton of Taylorsville has introduced a bill to do so, and he has six co-sponsors, according to the Louisville Courier Journal. If the “Phone-Down Kentucky Act” of House Bill 258 becomes […]
If you’re receiving Kentucky workers’ compensation benefits and are thinking about moving out of state, you may be wondering if you can take your benefits with you. It’s an understandable concern, particularly if the benefits account for a significant portion of your current income. If you are considering moving out of state and have questions […]
Sections of roads and highways undergoing repairs or improvements may be designated temporarily as construction zones. These areas are configured to allow workers to complete road improvements while permitting traffic to pass through an area. Unfortunately, construction zones are dangerous places with workers on foot, heavy equipment, and motorists moving in close proximity. While barricades, […]
Kentucky established an official mediation program for workers’ compensation claims in 2020. This followed two years of informal claim mediation that the Kentucky Labor Cabinet’s Department of Workers’ Claims says received a positive response. If you have suffered a workplace injury in Kentucky and your employer has objections to your workers’ comp claim, mediation may […]
Workers who are off the job because of an injury might think that getting away from home for a few days would be good for them mentally as well as physically. But taking a vacation while you are recovering from injuries and cannot work might raise a few eyebrows, especially if your employer is paying […]
Were you hit and injured by a driver who was talking on the phone, eating or drinking, or focused on something besides driving? Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents in Kentucky and across the U.S. If a distracted driver caused you harm, you have the right to seek fair compensation for your […]
Lift trucks, commonly known as forklifts, are specialized industrial vehicles used to lift and move boxes, crates, and pallets of goods over short distances. In addition to standard forklifts, the category of powered industrial trucks includes order picker machines and electric platform trucks. Forklifts are used around warehouses, loading platforms, cargo bays, and large retail […]
Has your workers’ compensation claim been denied after you were injured on the job in Lexington? If so, you may be wondering about the reasons for the denial and whether you can do anything about it. At Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer, we understand the common reasons that workers’ compensation claims are denied. Let our […]
After someone is in a car accident, they may file an insurance claim to recover money to defray the cost of their medical bills, car repairs, and more, depending on the insurance coverage. A person injured in a crash typically seeks compensation from the at-fault driver’s auto liability insurance. When there is a dispute about […]