A pedestrian hit by a car may sustain life-changing injuries or fatal injuries, depending on the speed of the vehicle upon impact. 77 pedestrians were killed in car accidents in Kentucky in a recent year, and another 749 pedestrians hit by a car were injured, according to the Kentucky Transportation…
If you are driving a borrowed car and get injured in a collision caused by someone else, you may have questions about who is responsible for the costs of your medical bills and other losses. Several insurance policies may provide coverage of your losses, depending on the specifics of the…
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…
