Hello, I’m Ched Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Law Offices in Louisville. Let's talk about getting Kentucky workers' comp benefits. Most people understand that if you work in Kentucky and get hurt on the job, you can apply for workers' comp. However, if you work for a Kentucky company and have a work-related injury, OUTSIDE...
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Safety Violations and Workers’ Comp
Hello, I’m Ched Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Law Offices in Louisville. Workplace safety is a big concern for everybody – employers AND employees. As a Kentucky workers' compensation attorney with over 40 years of experience, believe me, I've seen some horrible injuries due to safety violations. Some might involve minor injuries such as a...
Workers’ Comp Death and Survivorship Benefits
Hello, I’m Ched Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Law Offices in Louisville. Do you know if you are awarded Kentucky workers’ comp benefits and you die as a result of a work injury, or any other reason, your spouse and dependent children are able to continue receiving a percentage of your benefit payments? The Kentucky...
Cumulative Trauma Injury from Over Use
Hello, I’m Ched Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Law Offices in Louisville. Did you know injuries occurring over a period of time are eligible for Kentucky workers’ compensation benefits? This type of injury is called an overuse or cumulative trauma injury, often due to repetitive work duties. Repetitive motions could affect your neck, back, shoulders,...