When a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider makes a mistake that causes harm, Kentucky law gives patients a path to hold them accountable. But medical malpractice claims are among the most complex civil cases in the Commonwealth — and not every bad outcome means malpractice occurred. Understanding what the law actually requires can help…
A power of attorney is one of the most important documents in any estate plan. It designates someone to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf if you cannot. The choice between a durable and a springing power of attorney involves trade-offs Kentucky residents should understand. What Is a Power of Attorney? A power…
You went to court, proved your case, and won a judgment. But the defendant still has not paid. Unfortunately, a judgment is not the same as cash — it is a court order saying someone owes you money. Actually collecting that money often requires additional legal steps. Kentucky law provides several post-judgment collection tools that…
It sounds almost unbelievable: someone can take ownership of your land simply by occupying it for long enough. But adverse possession is a real and well-established legal doctrine in Kentucky, rooted in centuries of property law. Whether you are a landowner trying to protect your property or a neighbor who has been using a strip…
One of the primary reasons people form LLCs and corporations is to protect their personal assets from business liabilities. But this protection is not absolute. Under the doctrine of piercing the corporate veil, Kentucky courts can disregard the corporate form and hold individual owners personally liable for the entity’s debts and obligations. Understanding when and…
Pedestrian accidents are among the most devastating types of traffic collisions. A person on foot has no protection against a multi-ton vehicle, and the injuries — traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, internal organ damage — are often severe or fatal. If you or a family member was struck by a vehicle while…
You received an inheritance — money, property, or other assets left to you by a parent, grandparent, or other loved one. Now you want to make sure those assets remain yours, even if your marriage ends in divorce. Kentucky law provides protections for inherited property, but those protections can be lost if you are not…
You reported unsafe working conditions. You filed a workers’ compensation claim. You refused to participate in illegal activity. And then your employer fired you, demoted you, or made your work life miserable. This is retaliation, and it is illegal under both Kentucky and federal law. Understanding what constitutes retaliation — and how to prove it…
Before a lawsuit can proceed, a fundamental question must be answered: which court will hear the case? In Kentucky, the rules governing where a lawsuit can be filed — venue — are determined by statute. But many contracts include forum selection clauses that attempt to override the default rules and require disputes to be litigated…
Every residential tenant in Kentucky has a basic legal right to a livable home. The implied warranty of habitability requires landlords to maintain rental properties in a condition fit for human habitation — and Kentucky’s landlord-tenant statutes specify exactly what that means. If your landlord is failing to meet these minimum standards, you have legal…