Compensation for Serious Injuries from a Forklift Accident

Industries that use heavy machinery and equipment, like manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and warehousing, are some of the most dangerous industries. Every year, thousands of workers are seriously injured and even killed while working these jobs.   And one type of machinery in particular that leads to dangerous workplace accidents and injuries in the these industries is the […]

How is Workers’ Compensation Calculated?

Millions of workers are injured on the job every year in the United States. In 2021, 1,062,700 nonfatal injuries resulted in industry workers missing at least one day of work while recovering from their injuries. Many of these injuries often require multiple days and even weeks off of work, depending on the severity.  For this […]

Common Construction Site Injuries in Kentucky

Every year, thousands of workers are injured on the job. In 2021 alone, private industry employers reported over 2 million workplace injuries and illnesses. However, of all the industries, the construction industry is among the worst when it comes to the number of injuries reported. According to OSHA, of all fatal occupational injuries reported, almost […]

What Steps Should I Take if I Am Injured at Work?

When you are injured at work, you are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits, which can include coverage for medical expenses and lost wages while you are recovering from your injury. However, the workers’ compensation claims process can be confusing if you don’t understand how it works. Below, we’ll review the most important steps to […]

Holiday Parties and Dog Bites

Dog attacks and bite injuries can happen any time of the year. When a dog feels threatened or if they are poorly trained or aggressive, they can lash out and attack others, even those they are familiar with. Unfortunately, the holidays can be extra stressful for some dogs that don’t do well with social gatherings […]

The Differences Between a Work Injury and a Personal Injury

Summary: Workplace injuries are incredibly common, but determining whether you should file a personal injury suit or a workers’ compensation claim usually comes down to determining fault and negligence, which establishes a basis for a personal injury claim. Workers are injured on the job every seven seconds, which amounts to about 4,600,000 people injured in […]

Who Is at Fault in a Work Zone Crash?

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if our state’s roads and highways magically fixed themselves? We would never need construction work zones again. Just think — no more potholes, no more necessity for road widenings or added lanes, no more tree branches overhanging the road, no more faded lane markers that need repainting, and no more snow. […]