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5 Times the Easter Bunny Got Into a Tussle With the Law

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 29, 2023
Personal Injury, Child Injury, Discrimination, Police Misconduct, and Harassment cases with the Easter Bunny

  As we approach the festive, chocolate buzz-bringing holiday of Easter on April 9th, many people might be hopping over to the grocery store and picking up some goodies, popping some boiled eggs into dye, or getting their Easter ham ready for baking. But the kiddos, they’re putting carrots and milk out in hopes to […]

What Does It Mean When Workers Unionize?

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 14, 2023
Workers Unionization: What is It and How Do You Do It?

  If there has ever been an ambivalent term used in the news, it’s unionize. Workers unionize, unions being blocked, union strikes – it’s used in every way imaginable with all sorts of stigmas attached to it, good and bad. But what does it actually mean when you hear that workers are unionizing? What Is […]

The Most Common Legal Issues Seen by Lawyers during the Holiday Season

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on December 14, 2022
Most common legal issues during the holiday season

The holiday season, for most, is filled with the busy buzz of getting ready. Maybe for family to come to your house, or you to theirs, perhaps it’s a work party or a Christmas for your own family that they’ll never forget. Regardless, this time of year, everything seems to be fast-paced and go-go-go, which can […]

Top Workplace Injuries You Should Know About

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 17, 2022
Top Workplace Injuries You Should Know About

Injuries in the workplace are common. Every year thousands of people get unexpectedly injured on the job. While workplace injuries can happen in a myriad of different ways, there are some common scenarios. Based on data from the National Safety Council (NSC), the top causes of workplace injuries may account for upwards of three out […]

What Can Go Wrong With A Workers Comp Case? 7 Common Mistakes You Should Try To Avoid

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 17, 2022
Worker's compensation mistakes you should avoid if injured at work

While most people do not hope or expect to get injured at work, sometimes it happens. In fact, according to information from by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, employers reported approximately 2.1 million injury cases, with 4,764 of them being fatal work injuries.  If you are injured at work, you may decide to […]

Worker’s Comp and Remote Workers

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 18, 2021

Last March, millions of jobs turned remote as a temporary measure to limit the spread of Covid19. No one could have anticipated they’d be out-of-office for months on end and now, for man, over a year. And yet, 63% of Americans say that they would prefer remote work in the long-term. A recent survey by […]

Workers’ Compensation in Kentucky: A Summary

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 26, 2021

Construction, hospitality, or office worker–a life-altering accident can happen in any workplace. Whether you’re a new job seeker or have worked at the same company for thirty years, it’s important to be aware of your rights under current Kentucky workers’ compensation law. This begins with the Workers’ Compensation Act, which asserts that all employers must […]

Do I Need a Lawyer for My Workplace Injury Case?

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on October 13, 2020

If you are the unfortunate victim of a workplace injury, you may find that state worker’s compensation laws make suing seem unnecessary or difficult. The idea behind these laws is that the employer’s insurance will pay for all injuries sustained, but the employee will not be allowed to sue. This tradeoff may be acceptable for […]

Still Waiting on Your Stimulus Check? Here’s What You Need To Know

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 29, 2020
stimulus check

On April 15th 2020, the first round of stimulus checks afforded by the CARES Act were sent out via direct deposit or mailed in the form of paper checks and prepaid debit cards to qualified Americans. Eligibility for receiving a payment included the following groups of people: Single US residents with an adjusted gross income […]

Worker’s Comp in the State of Indiana – Understanding Your Rights & Coverage

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 21, 2020
worker's comp

Getting injured on a job can have a significant impact on your life, especially if the injury is permanent. Treatment and recovery can be challenging, emotionally draining, and expensive. Fortunately, most companies in the State of Indiana are legally required to offer Worker’s Compensation. Employees need to understand the full extent of their rights, coverage, […]