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Workers' Compensation

If you have been hurt at work, we can help you obtain  workers’ compensation benefits. Insurance companies often send injured workers to medical examiners who will minimize the effects of the injury, thereby reducing the value of the injured worker’s claim. We know how to spot the weaknesses in biased medical reports. We can also help you find a physician who will fairly evaluate the extent of your injuries. 


In many cases, we can help you secure temporary total disability benefits while you recover from your injury. We also help clients obtain benefits for their permanent impairments from workplace injuries.  Please call us to learn more about your rights when you have been injured at work.   

Compensation Rights


Kentucky Workers’ Compensation law enables workers to secure benefits for work injuries. Even when an employee is responsible for an accident on company property, the employee may receive benefits. The no-fault system enables workers to receive compensation for work injuries under most circumstances.


Workers’ Rights to Medical Care in Kentucky


Workers’ compensation laws vary from state to state. In Kentucky, workers are able to select their treating physician. If the employer has an authorized managed care program, the doctor chosen by the employee will be from the list of physicians in the program. This can significantly limit a worker’s choice of providers. Injured workers who are not satisfied with their medical provider have the right to change physicians on one occasion with no questions asked. Workers can also receive reimbursement for travel costs for their medical care.


Workers’ Rights to Job Retraining


Injured workers who can no longer perform their jobs may receive job retraining benefits, also known as vocational rehabilitation benefits. Workers eligible for retraining are referred to an evaluation center. A state specialist will then work with the injured worker on rehabilitation goals. Together, the specialist and the employee create a plan on retraining for future employment. Clark, Cornett and Smith helps workers access and exercise their right to job retraining.


Attorney Fees


Clark and Cornett take workers’ compensation cases on contingency. We will only recover a fee if we win or settle your case. Our fee schedule is 20% of the first $25,000 you are awarded, 15% of the next $10,000 you are awarded, and 5% of the remaining award. Our total fee will not exceed $18,000. We will pay the costs necessary for your case, and we are only reimbursed if we are successful in your case. We will obtain the Judge’s approval of our fees. Competitive pricing requires us to be successful in our work. Please call us at (859) 219-1280 for a free evaluation of your case.


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