An employee who is injured while on a scheduled break from work in Kentucky is likely to be denied workers’ compensation benefits. But workers’ comp law is complicated. Your eligibility for benefits should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. At Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer, we encourage you to contact one…
As bicycle riding grows in popularity in Kentucky, cyclists may wonder whether they will be protected by insurance if they are injured in a bicycle accident. The answer is that bicycling injuries may be covered depending on how they happen and what insurance policies exist. You can insure yourself against…
The repetitive wear and tear from years of hard work in Kentucky coal mines, construction sites, factories, warehouses, or office cubicles can lead to debilitating injuries. You may seek workers’ compensation benefits if you are diagnosed with a job-related wear-and-tear injury. If your employer is disputing your right to benefits…
If you have become disabled and expect to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you may wonder what your benefit will be. SSDI benefits are monthly payments based on the amount of money you earned prior to becoming disabled. They are meant to replace a portion of the income…
A primary principle of workers’ compensation insurance is that because your employer provides state-mandated workers’ comp coverage, you cannot sue your employer for on-the-job injuries. The Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Act recognizes workers’ compensation benefits as the exclusive remedy for work-related injuries. But if someone on your job site other than…
Suffering a shoulder injury at work can put your life on hold, leading to pain, medical bills, and even a loss of income. The question is, when does a shoulder injury qualify for workers’ compensation? The answer lies in demonstrating a clear link between your work and the injury, showing…
When accidents happen, those injured often face lengthy recoveries, mounting bills, and emotional anguish. If you were injured due to someone else’s disregard for safety, it’s only fair that you have the opportunity to hold those at fault accountable and pursue the compensation you need. Kentucky’s statutes of limitations define…
A frozen shoulder injury, also called “adhesive capsulitis,” causes pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility in the injured shoulder. Full recovery may require surgery and up to three years of physical therapy. If you are out of work in Kentucky because of a frozen shoulder injury caused by your job…
Your former employer may owe you workers’ compensation benefits if you are disabled by a work-related injury or illness sustained in the course of your work. A change in your job status does not disqualify you from receiving medical care benefits provided to injured workers through Kentucky’s workers’ compensation system….
If you develop a disability and can no longer work, you may wonder if your condition automatically qualifies for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Some of the most serious conditions, such as certain cancers and adult brain disorders, meet the Social Security Administration’s standard for disability. People who have been…
