Kentucky has strict liability laws when it comes to dog bite cases, which means the a dog’s owner is usually responsible for damage that it causes. There are, however, defenses that the owner and their insurance company might use to try to deny responsibility and get out of paying you the compensation you are owed […]
Traffic citations affect many different things. If you receive more than two traffic citations in under three years, it’s likely your insurance rates will go up. Traffic tickets may affect your car accident claim, but it depends on a few things. Some things that may impact your claim include your insurance rate increase, your driving […]
Internal injuries are most often related to the organs inside your body. These organs can become damaged and cause bleeding that can be quite serious and life-threatening, even if there is no external wound or sign of damage. One of the most common causes of internal injuries from car accident cases is the sudden impact, […]
Truck accidents involving large semi-trucks and other vehicles are often some of the worst accidents a person can experience. Working with an experienced Kentucky truck accident lawyer can make a huge difference in your case and the settlement you are awarded. Commercial trucks weigh thousands of pounds and are much larger than other vehicles, which […]
Permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits compensate employees who are unable to work full-time due to workplace injuries. The benefits differ from permanent total disability (PTD) because PTD benefits compensate employees who cannot work in any capacity. Those eligible for permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits can work in some capacity but cannot work full-time. If you’ve […]
Many people are familiar with entitlement to workers’ compensation when related to workplace accidents. But did you know that under the Kentucky workers’ compensation system, claims can also be filed for common wear and tear injuries related to the workplace? Wear and tear injuries, also known as repetitive stress injuries, occur after repetitive use and […]
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries are among the top three most common types of injuries sustained in the workplace. These injuries can occur due to physical labor and repetitive movements or simply from strain while sitting or standing all day. Lower back injuries are particularly an issue in the workplace for […]
Tens of thousands of workers in the U.S. are exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace every day. These chemicals are classified as health hazards and can cause severe and even life-threatening health problems. If you work in Kentucky and were exposed to a toxic and hazardous chemical in the workplace, get in touch with […]
Was your Kentucky workers’ compensation claim denied? Are you unsure why or what to do about it? We’re here to help. At McCoy & Sparks, we have helped many injured workers like yourself file their claims and appeal denials. Just because your claim was rejected the first time does not mean you can’t still collect […]
What you’ll learn from this article: Here in Kentucky and across the nation, blunt force trauma is the leading cause of death in motor vehicle accidents. If you survive a horrific auto crash, you could have severe blunt force injuries like a head injury, back injury, or crushing damage to your ribcage. In this article, […]
