Pneumoconiosis leads to shortness of breath and coughing. The condition is associated with individuals who have spent time in coal mines. It is subject to special provisions in the state's workers' compensation program. These include enhanced benefits for vocational...
Year: 2019
Potential problems when asking for a prenuptial agreement
You hope to spend the rest of your life with your soon-to-be spouse, but you have concerns about what would happen in the event of a divorce. This leads you to learn more about a prenuptial agreement, including the process of finalizing the details with your partner....
4 sections of the spinal cord
One element of a spinal cord injury that has a big impact on your healing is the location of the injury. Effects from the damage always occur below the level of the injury, which means that more impacts are usually felt when they are higher on the spine. There are...
Shared parenting law is benefiting Kentucky residents
Child custody matters have long been an issue viewed as one side against the other. A law that was implemented partially in 2017 and put fully into effect a year later in Kentucky is showing that this doesn't have to be the case. The state was the first in the country...
Combat a potential financial disaster due to divorce
Making the transition from being married to being a single person is a challenge for many reasons. You have to figure out what works for you, but you also have to consider what is best for the children. One area that might be especially difficult to work through is...
Alternative sentences are used to address some convictions
The criminal justice system has many tools at its disposal to handle convictions. It is imperative that these aren't too harsh for the crime, but they shouldn't be easy either. The purpose of the criminal justice system is ultimately to punish people who commit...
Keeping your focus in divorce can increase peace
When you are going through a divorce, you have to think about what is truly important to you. One thing you should be prepared for is that you will likely have to work with your ex to figure some aspects of the divorce out. While there is a chance that your case will...
A do-it-yourself divorce isn’t right for everyone
Divorces are considered common occurrences these days. But this doesn't mean that you don't need to take steps to protect yourself if you are going through a divorce. The legal end of a marriage is a big undertaking, so be sure that you know what to expect during the...
Truckers must never succumb to distractions on the road
Semitruck safety has to be a priority for the truckers, the trucking company, and the clients who hire these companies. Truckers control those large rigs. Trucking companies are responsible because they set the protocol for their employees. Clients should also care...
Shoulder pain can lead to costly medical care and missed work
Many injuries can occur at work, but most people think about their back hurting because of work-related issues. While this is the most common type, another can cause just as many problems for workers. Shoulder injuries are the second most common musculoskeletal injury...