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    Legal Protections for Employees Facing Sexual Misconduct Allegations

    If you are facing sexual misconduct allegations at work, you could be frightened and not know what comes next. Employers are required to investigate claims, even if they’re ultimately false. You need your rights protected throughout the process to ensure the claim is investigated fairly and with your rights in mind.  The employment attorneys at…

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    How Long Do I Have To File a Sexual Harassment Claim?

    If you are dealing with sexual harassment while at work, you may be wondering how long you have to file a claim. In Kentucky, you have rights under both state law and federal law. There are deadlines to file your case, known as statutes of limitations. They can determine whether you still have the right…

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    What Are Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Clauses?

    Employment contracts often contain certain restrictions about what you can do, both during your job and after you leave. These restrictions are supposedly to protect your employer’s business interests. Sometimes that legitimate, and other times it is overly restrictive. Either way, a non-compete or non-solicitation clause in your employment contract is a big deal, and…

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    P. Stewart Abney Named to 2026 Best Lawyers List in Multiple Practice Areas

    Abney Law is proud to announce that P. Stewart Abney has once again been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, receiving honors in three key practice areas: This prestigious recognition is based entirely on peer review and reflects a comprehensive evaluation by other leading attorneys in the legal community. The…

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    P. Stewart Abney Named to 2026 Kentucky Super Lawyers List

    P. Stewart Abney, founder and lead attorney at Abney Law, has been selected to the 2026 Kentucky Super Lawyers list, an honor reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in the state. Super Lawyers is a nationally recognized rating service that identifies outstanding lawyers across more than 70 practice areas who have achieved a high…

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    What Protections Do Nurses Have When Reporting Unsafe Practices?

    Nurses are such an important part of patient care. From the day-to-day medical services they provide, to protecting patient health from unsafe practices, their work is critical. So what happens if a nurse reports unsafe practices? Are you protected from retaliation and punishment for legitimate reports? Legally, your employer cannot retaliate against you for reporting…

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    Can I Negotiate the Terms of a Job Offer?

    Yes, you are allowed to negotiate the terms of your job offer in Kentucky. Not every employer will change their offer, but you are more than permitted to ask. In fact, too many employees fail to negotiate a better deal when the employer is ready and willing to do so. Many employers expect you to…

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    Should I Have a Lawyer Review My Severance Agreement?

    If you were recently terminated, you may have been handed a severance agreement. These legal contracts often promise certain benefits that continue, compensation, and other perks that help ease your new unemployment. However, they may also have obligations hid within that affect your rights. If you are wondering if a lawyer should review your severance…

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    What Is Considered Workplace Retaliation?

    Too often, workers are retaliated against for perfectly legal and acceptable conduct. Perhaps you reported a problem with a supervisor, are suffering harassment, or needed to file a workers’ compensation claim. These and other legitimate claims can often trigger retaliation by your employer. When that happens, Kentucky workers have rights under both state and federal…

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    How Do I Know If I Was Fired Illegally?

    Were you recently fired or let go from your employment? If so, you might be wondering if it was legal for them to do so. While Kentucky is generally an “at-will” employment state, there are several situations where your firing could have been illegal. There are many exceptions, under both federal and state law, where…

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