Hello, I’m Ched Jennings, founder of the Jennings Law Offices in Louisville, Kentucky. So, when you get hurt, they might try to tell you you’re not an employee, instead, you're an independent contractor and therefore not entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. What’s the difference between an Independent Contractor and an Employee? It’s all about control....
Understand Your Statute of Limitations
I’m Ched Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Law Offices, in Louisville, Kentucky. Did you know the day your injury happened, a very important clock began ticking? It’s call the Statute of Limitations. Let’s talk about that. You have to file a formal workers comp claim with Frankfort within a specific period of to preserve...
The Caseworker Is NOT Your Friend
Hello, I’m Ched Jennings, Founder of the Jennings Law Offices in Louisville. Is a caseworker in the room when you meet with your doctor? The caseworker is not your friend. They’re actually employed by the workers’ comp insurance company. Their goal is to influence your doctor’s treatment of your workplace injury. They perhaps get your...