Closing a business is rarely as simple as locking the door. Whether you are shutting down an LLC or dissolving a corporation in Kentucky, there are legal steps you must follow to properly wind down the entity and protect yourself from ongoing liability. Failing to follow these steps can leave you personally exposed to debts,…
If you have established a revocable living trust as part of your estate plan, you have likely heard of a pour-over will. This specialized type of will works as a safety net, ensuring that any assets not transferred into your trust during your lifetime are “poured over” into the trust at your death. For Kentucky…
If you are dealing with a deceased person’s estate in Kentucky, one of the first questions you may encounter is which court handles the matter. The answer is not always straightforward, because Kentucky’s court system divides probate-related jurisdiction between District Court and Circuit Court depending on the type of proceeding and the issues involved. District…
If you are injured on the job in Kentucky, workers’ compensation is typically your exclusive remedy against your employer. But what many injured workers do not realize is that if a third party — someone other than your employer or a co-worker — caused or contributed to your injury, you may be able to file…
Security deposit disputes are among the most common landlord-tenant conflicts in Kentucky. Whether you are a landlord trying to protect your property or a tenant trying to get your deposit back, understanding the rules under KRS 383.580 is essential. Kentucky’s Security Deposit Statute Kentucky’s landlord-tenant law, found in KRS Chapter 383 (the Uniform Residential Landlord…
You are owed money, you have asked for it, and the debtor will not pay. Whether it is an unpaid invoice, a personal loan, or a bounced check, the frustration of chasing a debtor is familiar to many Kentucky individuals and businesses. The good news is that Kentucky law provides a structured process for recovering…
When you buy a product — whether it is a car, an appliance, construction materials, or commercial equipment — you expect it to work as advertised. When it does not, Kentucky law provides remedies through breach of warranty claims. Understanding the different types of warranties and how to enforce them can make the difference between…
Bedsores — also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers — are one of the most common indicators of nursing home neglect. These painful, sometimes life-threatening wounds develop when a resident is left in the same position for too long without being repositioned. If your loved one developed serious bedsores in a Kentucky nursing home,…
When a marriage ends in Kentucky, one of the most contentious issues is who gets what. Kentucky is an equitable distribution state — not a community property state — which means courts divide marital property in a manner that is fair and reasonable under the circumstances, though not necessarily 50/50. Marital Property vs. Non-Marital Property…
Retirement accounts — 401(k)s, IRAs, pensions, and similar plans — often represent the largest single asset in a person’s estate. But unlike most other assets, retirement accounts typically do not pass through probate. Understanding how these accounts transfer at death is critical for Kentucky residents who want to ensure their savings reach the right people….