Did you sustain a work-related injury in Lexington, Kentucky? Injured workers in Kentucky can recover significant compensation for their medical bills, time away from work, and other losses, but you’ll need legal help to maximize your compensation.
The Lexington workers’ compensation lawyers at Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer have the Kentucky Courage needed to protect your legal rights and maximize your claim’s value after a work-related injury. We know what evidence to look for to support your claim and how to make a persuasive case to your employer and the insurance companies.
You won’t owe us any fees unless and until we recover compensation for you, and you can get a free consultation right now. Call today at 877-346-7098 or complete our contact form to learn more about your legal options after a workplace injury in Lexington.
Top Reasons to Select Our Lexington Workplace Injury Lawyers
You need an attorney who understands both personal injury and workers’ compensation law to maximize your financial recovery after a work-related injury. Our work injury lawyers in Kentucky have decades of legal experience, and we’ve won over $400 million for our clients since our firm opened its doors.
Our Lexington workplace injury lawyers have the Kentucky Courage needed to stand up to the insurance companies to protect your rights and strive to make the legal process as painless as possible. Here’s what one of our former clients said about her experience with us:
“I highly recommend this law firm. They are very knowledgeable, caring, and will fight for you until the end. But, the most important thing was they always kept me informed and constantly stayed in touch with me along the way.” – Candy B., a client from Lexington.
What Is Considered a Workplace Injury?
While workplace injuries include accidents that occur at your workplace — falls, being struck by falling objects, and overexertion, for example — they can also include accidents that occur outside your workplace while you are on the job. What matters in these cases is whether the injury occurred as part of your job-related tasks.
For example, a fall down a stairwell in your office would count as a workplace injury because it happened at your job. However, a work-related car accident (if you were making a delivery or running an errand for your boss, for example) could also count because the crash occurred while you were performing your job duties.
The main types of accidents that do not count as workplace injuries are ones that happen while you’re commuting to or from your job due to the coming-and-going rule.
If you aren’t sure whether you have a qualifying workplace injury, our lawyers can review your situation and explain your legal options.
Common Types and Causes of Work-Related Injuries in Lexington
Workplace injuries in Lexington come in many forms. Some common types and causes of work-related injuries in Lexington include:
- Slips, trips, and falls – Wet floors, loose rugs, uneven surfaces, or cluttered walkways can cause fall injuries in settings like offices, warehouses, and construction sites.
- Overexertion injuries – Heavy lifting, repetitive motions, or prolonged physical strain often lead to injuries during tasks like stocking or operating machinery.
- Machinery accidents – Equipment malfunctions, missing safety guards, or improper training frequently result in injuries involving workplace machinery.
- Falling objects – Tools, materials, or equipment dropping from heights can injure workers, particularly in construction or warehouse environments.
- Vehicle-related accidents – Collisions involving delivery trucks, forklifts, or other work vehicles often lead to significant workplace injuries.
- Exposure to harmful substances – Handling toxic materials or inhaling hazardous fumes can result in chemical burns, respiratory damage, and skin irritation.
- Workplace violence – Physical altercations or assaults in industries like retail, healthcare, or law enforcement can cause serious injuries.
- Fires and explosions – Improper handling of flammable materials, faulty wiring, or equipment malfunctions can lead to burns or other severe injuries.
- Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) – Typing, assembly line tasks, or other repetitive actions over time can result in strain or chronic pain.
- Hearing loss – Prolonged exposure to loud machinery or noisy environments without ear protection can significantly damage workers’ hearing.
- Electrical injuries – Contact with live wires, improper grounding, or faulty equipment often causes burns or shock-related injuries.
- Ergonomic injuries – Poorly designed workstations or seating in office settings can lead to musculoskeletal injuries over time.
Your Legal Options After a Workplace Accident
In most cases, a workers’ compensation claim is your first option for recovering compensation after a workplace injury. Most Kentucky employers must provide workers’ compensation insurance to full-time, part-time, or seasonal employees from their first day on the job.
Workers’ compensation benefits are not based on fault, so you do not have to prove someone else caused your injuries to recover compensation. The trade-off for these no-fault benefits is that you usually cannot sue your employer for a workplace injury.
Your second option for recovering compensation after a work-related injury could be a third-party personal injury claim against someone other than your employer or a co-worker whose negligence caused your injuries. If someone else caused your injury, such as a negligent driver who hit you while you were running a work-related errand, you can file an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit against them.
You have to prove fault to win a third-party injury claim, but these claims also let you seek compensation for losses that workers’ comp doesn’t cover, including complete replacement of lost income and non-economic damages like pain and suffering.
What Could I Recover in a Workplace Injury Claim?
Workers’ compensation benefits for injured workers in Lexington include:
- Full coverage of all reasonable, medically necessary treatments for your injuries
- Wage-replacement benefits, which are typically set at two-thirds of your average weekly wages up to certain limits under state law
- Permanent or temporary disability benefits, depending on the severity of your injuries and how they affect your earning potential
- Vocational rehabilitation or retraining benefits if your injuries prevent you from returning to your old job
A third-party liability claim can let you seek additional compensation for your injuries, including money for:
- The full amount of your lost income while you heal
- Reduced future earning potential due to a disability
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Medical bills and future medical expenses
How Our Lexington Workplace Injury Attorneys Can Help
Our Lexington workplace injury attorneys have the resources and resolve to handle all the legal procedures in your case, from investigating the accident and identifying who’s liable for your injuries to gathering evidence and filling out paperwork. If you qualify for a personal injury claim, we can negotiate for a fair settlement or represent you in court if necessary. If your employer denies your workers’ comp claim or doesn’t approve your full benefits, we can represent you in any hearings and appeals to help you seek your rightful benefits.
Don’t wait to talk to a Lexington workplace injury attorney about your case. Call Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer now or reach out online for a free consultation about how we can help you seek maximum compensation for all your losses.
