Category Archives: Workers’ Compensation
Civil Liability and Workers’ Compensation Threats During COVID-19
Kopka is scheduled to present two webinars on Thursday, August 13, 2020 to discuss business civil liability and the complexities of workers’ compensation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Robert Kopka, Managing Partner; James Magrames, Managing Partner; and Leslie Pollie, Managing Partner with Kopka will focus on the potential civil liabilities that may arise from the… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation Update: Changes to Labor and Safety Code – 2020
Mileage Rate Changes: Effective March 1, 2020, the state mileage rate changed from $0.38 to $0.39 per mile. Changes to liability of third person, subrogation, lien on award, and notice to employer: Effective July 1, 2020, changes to the subrogation rights portion of the labor and safety code now states that an employer may,… Read More »
Congratulations to Senior Attorney Tonya Clemons on her recent appointment by Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as one of four administrative law judges in the Department of Workers’ Claims!
Senior Attorney Tonya Clemons was appointed this week by Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as one of the four Administrative Law Judges in the Department of Workers’ Claims, with terms set to expire July 14, 2024. Click here to view an article published by The Enterprise
Workers’ Compensation COVID-19 & Claims Management Updates
We understand that these are unprecedented times. Kopka is fully committed to advising our clients on any issues and legal implications that may arise as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our attorneys are prepared to answer questions, provide updates on changes to the law, and handle all aspects of litigation. Please see below… Read More »