Being injured at work can make your life more difficult than you imagined. While you’re out of work and unable to earn a wage, your medical bills can quickly accumulate, leaving you in a financial bind. Fortunately, workers’ compensation benefits may help you offset...
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Three common ways that businesses sneakily retaliate against hurt workers
If you’ve been hurt on the job, then you’ve got a lot on your plate. You have to figure out how to pay your medical bills, cover your lost wages, and recover your physical and mental health so that you can get back to work. Yet, even if you’re able to do those things,...
Steps victims of sexual harassment should take after harassment
People in Kentucky go to work each day and are supposed to perform their various job requirements. They are also supposed to receive the support from their managers and co-workers that they need to do their jobs. However, there are many people who do not receive this...
Why is it important to report sexual harassment before filing a claim?
Sexual harassment can cause a lot of harm. It can leave you feeling unsafe in the workplace and humiliated in front of your co-workers. It can also lead to adverse employment decisions and even wrongful termination when you try to bring the behavior to a stop....
Health care workers should not fear speaking out for patients
Kentucky health care workers are hardworking, dedicated and vigilant people. They do their jobs knowing how difficult and emotionally wrenching it can be, but focus on patient care and helping in any way they can. A fundamental aspect of that is protecting patients...
Are health care workers that report unsafe conditions protected from retaliation?
Kentucky health care workers have the duty of assuring that quality care is provided to patients and residents of licensed facilities. They should also report situations where this care is jeopardized. Fortunately, Kentucky law prohibits retaliation for making these...