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Workplace Injuries

Lexington KY Workplace InjuriesWorkplace injuries affect hundreds of Kentuckians each year; in fact, Kentucky’s occupational fatality rate is 85% above the national average. There was good news in 2007 -- the number of KY workers killed on the job, 5,488, was down by 6 percent from the previous year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, during that time period, there was an increase in the number of deaths caused by falls. The construction industry continued to report the most deaths in private sector industry, with 1,178 in 2007.

With statistics like these, it’s important to understand how injuries occur on the job and what you can do to protect your rights if you are hurt.

If you have been hurt on the job, the team at Frank Jenkins Law Office can help. Call us today for your free consultation at 1-800-CAR-WRECK or contact us via email.

Workplace injuries can happen in virtually any type of job, and some are unforeseen accidents.  However, when an employer knows of potential dangers or fails to take necessary measures to keep employees safe, workers suffer – and the employer may be liable for those injuries. Some of the most common causes of work injuries include:


When an employee is injured at work, the legal options vary according to the circumstances, but in general you cannot sue your employer that provides workers’ compensation coverage. Since Kentucky law mandates that virtually all employers provide this coverage, you would most likely not have the option to bring a court action against your employer but could recover workers' compensation benefits.

If a third party was responsible for your injury, such as the manufacturer of a piece of faulty equipment, you may have a case against the other company. Even if your injury is one that prevents you from filing a lawsuit, the process of applying for and receiving workers' compensation can be complicated, and the assistance of a lawyer is highly recommended. An experienced workplace injury attorney can help if your claim is denied by the workers’ compensation insurance carrier by providing advice and representation for your claim.

The legal team at Frank Jenkins Law Office knows how stressful it can be to lose your ability to work and provide income for your family. When you are struggling to recover from serious injuries, you shouldn’t have to struggle with the insurance companies and complex claims procedures on your own. Our firm will assist you in getting the money and medical benefits you deserve as quickly as possible – and we will keep you updated every step of the way.

The Frank Jenkins Law Office will conduct a thorough assessment of your case, and review all available options to build a strategy with your best interests in mind. If you don’t know whether you need a workers’ compensation attorney or help with legal action against a third party, we can provide an initial consultation for FREE to determine the appropriate steps. We will meet with clients in our office, in the hospital, or at home if necessary.

Your right to justice shouldn’t be compromised because of concerns over payment. We handle most cases on a contingency basis*, which means you pay nothing up front and will only pay an attorney fee when we settle or win your case.

If you’ve been hurt in a workplace injury and have legal questions, contact the Frank Jenkins Law Office today at 1-800-CAR-WRECK or contact us via email.

*COURT COSTS AND CASE EXPENSES WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CLIENT