January 2026 - Personal Injury Lawyer

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An Overview of Workers’ Compensation in Kentucky

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 27, 2026

Lawyer for Workers' Compensation in Kentucky

Legal Definition The Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Act of 1916 defines workers’ compensation in Kentucky. According to the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet, Workers’ Compensation is: “…a safety net for employees, providing medical care and monetary benefits when an employee cannot work due to a work-related injury or occupational disease. The system is the result of […]

What Are Parallel Proceedings?

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 13, 2026

Parallel proceedings happen when a defendant in a criminal case is simultaneously involved with a civil case. These cases usually arise from the same alleged conduct and often involve overlapping facts and evidence, or a single course of conduct that may violate multiple laws. Criminal prosecutors and civil lawyers pursue separate legal actions, even though […]