Archives: FAQs
In Kentucky, you must carry basic personal injury protection insurance (PIP) if you drive a car. This insurance will cover your initial medical expenses and a portion of your lost wages after a car accident. Basic PIP insurance will cover up to $10,000 regardless of fault. Filing a lawsuit to recover your economic damages might […]
In most cases, you have two years from the date of a car accident to file a car accident injury lawsuit in Kentucky. You must file your lawsuit before the statutory period expires to ensure your ability to seek compensation.
If you’re involved in a car accident with an uninsured motorist, you can file a claim against your own insurance auto policy’s uninsured motorist coverage if you have that type of coverage. Uninsured motorist coverage is not mandatory in Kentucky, but having it is a good idea. Check your policy to see if your policy […]
You can file a claim against the at-fault driver in an accident when you don’t have auto insurance. However, if you’re driving without insurance in Kentucky, you can face fines, in addition to having your vehicle registration revoked.
You may not need a lawyer to file a car accident lawsuit after a car crash resulting in only vehicle damage. You may handle a property damage claim on your own. But even minor accidents can have significant physical injuries and financial consequences. At Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer, we offer a free legal consultation […]
The answer depends on your insurance coverage. Drivers with no-fault insurance coverage can file a claim with their insurance provider to help cover their medical expenses. While Kentucky does not require drivers to carry uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, those who choose these coverage options can also seek compensation from their insurance company for their […]
Yes. We have a list of helpful contacts: Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer (877) 809-5352 Kentucky State Police (502) 782-1800 Lexington Police Department 859-258-3600
After a layoff or Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notice, you can still be entitled to benefits for your injury on the job. Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer has helped many workers obtain workers’ compensation benefits even after being laid off.
Yes. Motor vehicle accidents are a very common cause of injuries on the job, among those who travel frequently and even those who do not. Car crashes on the routine commute to or from your primary place of business, however, are not compensable.
When a doctor approves a plan for light or reduced duty work, the employee is often obligated to accept the assignment. Light duty might be an excuse to decrease workers’ compensation benefits, however. You will want to speak to a lawyer about ensuring that you are truly ready for light duty and that light duty […]