Archives for: May 18th, 2021
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 […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 16, 2021
A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere. One second, you’re late for work and the next you’re sprawled across the ground, disoriented and in pain. At this time, you’re probably not thinking about documenting the conditions of your injury or pursuing legal action—you’re just trying to make sure your vital organs are intact! Despite […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 3, 2021
Choosing a personal injury law firm can feel like a daunting task. There are a lot of options, and it’s easy to be drawn to the big names that you recognize from billboards and TV ads. However, all the marketing glamor and glitz isn’t what matters most in the courtroom. When it comes to picking […]
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 […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 17, 2020
In the time of the coronavirus, the way we work has changed dramatically. Getting back into the office, if it is a viable option where you live, will have to look a lot different than it did before. Depending on the type of environment where you work, this could impact everything from where you park, […]
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 […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 20, 2020
Workplace discrimination happens more than you may think. There have been many moves in the right direction in the past few decades. However, it is very important to continue to educate ourselves and to know our rights as employees. What is employment or workplace discrimination? This is a form of discrimination based on race, gender, […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on April 10, 2020
Conversations about sexual harassment have become more common in recent years. As a systemic social issue, sexual harassment can occur in any workplace setting. Around 38% of all women and 14% of all men report experiencing a form of sexual harassment at work. In fact, some industries having much higher rates. In addition, over 70% […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 21, 2020
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, […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 19, 2019
If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident, you may be wondering who is to blame. The answer for this can be quite complicated. Often it depends on the nature of the injury, where the injury occurred, and many other details. It is advisable to seek qualified legal counsel to sort […]