There are many different kinds of work available for ambitious individuals in Kentucky. For example, the holiday season often results in many seasonal employment opportunities in the retail sector. People can also sometimes take on a part-time job to earn a little...
Workers’ Compensation
What are the most common causes of workplace injuries?
People in different professions encounter a variety of different workplace hazards on the job. Some of those hazards are of more serious concern than others. For example, only a tiny percentage of employees work with animals or regularly encounter them on the job....
How can working on scaffolding lead to serious injuries?
Construction areas filled with large vehicles and other hazards can leave you at risk for serious injuries while at work. While climbing on a scaffold far off the ground, issues that affect the structure of the platform can potentially lead to spinal cord or head...
Avoiding danger in the workplace
From heavy construction to office management, workplace accidents can occur in any industry in any environment. These injuries can range from a sprain that can quickly heal under a doctor's care to spinal cord trauma that could dramatically impact the rest of an...
How workers’ compensation and personal injury claims differ
If you drive for a living, there is a greater risk that you could be in a collision. When you get injured in an accident while working, it can lead to lost wages, hefty medical expenses, and emotional stress. It can help to know that you have legal options. Two common...
What you should do if your workers’ compensation claim is denied
If you received an injury at work, you are typically entitled to workers’ compensation. However, this process can be challenging. In numerous cases, workers’ compensation claims are initially denied. At this point, many claimants drop the issue. However, if you are...
Do workers injured in a wreck qualify for workers’ comp?
Workers' compensation exists to protect you and your employer in the case that you sustain an injury while on work premises or performing job-associated duties. In general, getting hurt while at work entitles you to benefits. However, there are areas where workers'...
Differences between health insurance and workers’ comp insurance
There is no such thing as too much insurance, but there are certain situations where one policy applies that another may not. This is exactly the case with personal health insurance and workers' compensation protection in Kentucky. All employers who provide health...
Is carpal tunnel more common for workers in construction?
Workers in manufacturing and construction have a significantly higher incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome in Kentucky and around the country. After getting an injury on the job, a worker should talk to their employer and apply for workers' compensation. A worker can...
How are workers exposed to toxic materials?
Workers in numerous industries fear an accident that can lead to serious injuries. A ladder fall, for example, or a malfunctioning power tool can result in broken bones, head trauma or paralysis. Additionally, the strain of repetitive movements can damage muscles,...