Discrimination and Wrongful Termination

Discrimination and Wrongful Termination in Kentucky

Discrimination is wrong wherever it happens, but it can be especially problematic at work. Employers are not permitted to harass, demote, fire, or otherwise discriminate against you as a result of protected traits. Both federal and state law help protect you from discrimination in the workplace. You may be entitled to compensation and reinstatement of…

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Abney Law Office Celebrates The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 Recognition

 Abney Law Office, PLLC is pleased to announce that P. Stewart Abney was named the Best Lawyers® 2025 Employment Law – Individuals “Lawyer of the Year” in Louisville, Kentucky.  Stewart was also included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Employment Law – Individuals and Litigation – Labor and Employment.  “Lawyer of the Year” honors are…

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wrongful termination lawsuit kentucky

The Process of Filing a Wrongful Termination Lawsuit in Kentucky

Although Kentucky is an “employee at will” state for many employees, you may still be entitled to compensation if you were wrongfully terminated. Employers often claim they can fire you for any reason and at any time. This is not actually true, as there are multiple ways that employers can violate state and federal law…

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wage theft in kentucky

Getting What You’re Owed: Fighting Wage Theft in Kentucky

As a Kentucky worker, you are entitled to your promised wages when you do the work. You put in your time and effort. You added value to the company and you deserve your wages as a result. Unfortunately, many employers or supervisors try to take advantage of you and steal your wages in various ways….

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work place discrimination in kentucky

What to Do If You’ve Been Discriminated Against at Work in Kentucky

Discrimination at work is an all too common experience for many Kentucky employees. They face illegal actions because of their race, gender, identity, religion, or many other protected categories. Kentucky and federal law help protect workers against discrimination, but you need to know what to do if you face this kind of harassment.  The skilled…

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wrongfully terminated in kentucky

What To Do If You Think You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated in Kentucky

You should never be fired for an illegal or otherwise wrongful reason. If you think you were wrongfully terminated from your position, you have rights that you can exercise. By speaking with a qualified Kentucky wrongful termination lawyer, you can discover what rights you have and the next steps you should take. The skilled Kentucky…

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deadline for wrongful termination lawsuit kentucky

Deadlines for Filing a Wrongful Termination Lawsuit in Kentucky

Under Kentucky law, there are strict guidelines for filing a wrongful termination lawsuit. If you believe you were fired for an illegal or discriminatory reason, you could be owed restoration of your job, financial compensation, and other potential remedies. Many people are fired due to their race, gender, sexual orientation, or for retaliatory purposes in…

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hostile work environment in kentucky

What Constitutes a Hostile Work Environment in Kentucky?

A hostile work environment can ruin your employment experience and make work incredibly stressful. You may suffer from oppressive workloads, intimidation tactics, and even verbal abuse. Other workers may discriminate against you or even physically threaten you. These situations and many others may constitute a hostile work environment in Kentucky. If you have experienced hostile…

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U.S. banning non-compete agreements

Everything You Need To Know About the U.S. Banning Non-Compete Agreements

The United States government is stepping into the continued controversy over non-compete agreements. The FTC issued a final Non-Compete Clause Rule on April 23, 2024. The rule becomes effective 120 days after it is published in the Federal Register. This significant development will impact businesses and employees across the country. Here, we explain what you…

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can you be fired without cause in kentucky

Can You Be Fired Without Cause in Kentucky?

Getting fired from a job is heartbreaking, stressful, and frightening. This is especially true if you did nothing wrong to deserve it. It might occur without warning and your employer may not give you a reason. The question is: do they have to? In Kentucky, you can be fired without cause because it is an…

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