If you’ve been working hard, putting in long hours, and you have a nagging feeling that your paycheck doesn’t add up — you may be right. Wage and hour violations are some of the most common employment law problems in Kentucky, and they often go unchallenged because employees don’t realize they have a remedy. The…
In 2022, Kentucky became one of the first states in the country to adopt a version of the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act (UPEPA), codified at KRS 454.462 through 454.478. The law provides a powerful procedural tool for defendants who are sued for exercising their rights to free speech, petition, or assembly on matters of…
If you’ve filed a civil lawsuit in Kentucky — or had one filed against you — you’ve probably heard the word “discovery” thrown around. Discovery is the phase of litigation where both sides exchange information before trial. It’s often the longest part of a case, and understanding how it works can help you feel more…
When someone’s negligence or wrongful conduct causes the death of another person, Kentucky law allows the deceased person’s estate to bring a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the survivors. These cases are among the most serious in civil litigation — both in terms of the emotional toll and the damages involved. Understanding who can…
“How much is my case worth?” It’s the question every car accident victim wants answered — and the honest answer is that it depends on the specific facts of your case. But understanding how settlements are calculated in Kentucky can help you set realistic expectations and recognize whether an offer from the insurance company is…
If you’ve been injured in your rental property — a fall on a broken step, an injury caused by faulty wiring, a ceiling collapse, or exposure to mold or other hazardous conditions — you may have a claim against your landlord. Kentucky law imposes specific duties on landlords to maintain rental properties in habitable condition,…
If you’ve been injured and are thinking about hiring a lawyer, you might be wondering what a personal injury attorney actually does on a day-to-day basis — and whether it’s worth the cost. Here’s a straightforward look at the role and why having a lawyer often makes a meaningful difference in the outcome of your…
Kentucky takes dog bite injuries seriously, and the law strongly favors bite victims. Unlike many states that give dogs a “one free bite” before the owner is liable, Kentucky imposes strict liability on dog owners — meaning you can recover damages even if the owner had no idea their dog was dangerous. Kentucky’s Strict Liability…
Truck accidents are fundamentally different from car accidents — not just in the severity of the injuries, but in the legal complexity of the case. When a fully loaded tractor-trailer collides with a passenger vehicle, the physics alone explain why injuries tend to be catastrophic. But the legal landscape is equally different: truck accident cases…
If you slipped, tripped, or fell on someone else’s property and were injured, you may have a premises liability claim. But not every fall on someone else’s property gives rise to a lawsuit. Under Kentucky law, the property owner’s liability depends on the specific circumstances — including what caused the fall, whether the owner knew…