Workers’ Compensation

A list of major industries in Richmond shows a variety of them use chemicals in manufacturing everything from paint and rubber components to machined automotive parts of many different types. There are also many makers of products that include lead acid batteries,...

Are you one of the many Kentucky residents who has suffered a work-related injury this year? If you are, you likely did what was necessary, and reported it and filed for workers' compensation. You went about getting the treatment you needed, believing that insurance...

Those who are injured while on the job in Richmond are rightly entitled to workers' compensation benefits to help assist them financially until such point as they are able to return to work. It should be remembered, however, that benefit providers do not remain in...

Kentucky workers know that a work accident can leave them with serious injuries and financial expenses that can be a detrimental burden for their family. Even minor work accidents can require a long and expensive recovery, and it is beneficial for individuals to take...

Despite the rise of automation in the manufacturing industry, humans remain the driving factor behind success. Along with the progress of technology in this field often comes the mistaken assumption that employees in this line of work are surrounded by safer...

Most Kentucky workers are familiar with the safety guidelines and procedures affiliated with employment -- at least, to some degree. When an accident occurs, however, few know the ins and outs of the workers' compensation process. Before diving into a case,...

You have good reason to take pride in the work you do in the construction industry. The growth seen in communities like Richmond may be the direct result of the efforts given by you and your coworkers. Yet with the rewards that come from a career in construction also...

Due to natural hazards of the job, construction work can be particularly dangerous. These risks have long been recognized in America's construction industry, but nevertheless frequently threaten the safety of countless employees in the field. Kentucky, like other...

Regardless of the industry, there are employees across the nation who find themselves in unsafe working areas. The hazards may be apparent, but some Kentucky workers are not aware of their own rights to refuse work in such environments. What are some examples of these...

The construction industry has long been known as a crucial part of growing cities and small towns alike, but not one that comes without its fair share of risks. Construction companies across Kentucky supply vital components to the state's roadways, city centers,...