Archives for: June 25th, 2020
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 25, 2020
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of protecting gay, lesbian, and transgender workers in a historic 6-3 decision made Monday June 15th, of 2020. Discriminating against an employee on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity is now prohibited under Title VII Of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Supreme Court Ruling […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 18, 2020
COVID-19 has brought countries across the globe to a near stand-still but it hasn’t stopped enterprising scammers and criminals. They have found new and innovative ways to take advantage of people using the pandemic. You should always be aware of these kinds of coronavirus scams and how to avoid them. Bottom line – if anything […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 5, 2020
The Covid 19 outbreak has hit the U.S. economy very hard. Over the past several months, more than forty million Americans have lost their jobs. In Kentucky, unemployment has risen to 36%, one of the highest levels in the country. At both the federal and the state level, measures have been made to ensure that […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 15, 2020
COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives. People have changed how to work, communicate, and live during the pandemic to curb the spread while keeping loved ones safe. Unfortunately, not everyone has the freedom to isolate and avoid contracting the virus. There is growing dialogue and varied actions related to prisoners’ rights during the pandemic. There […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 1, 2020
Teen drivers have more freedom and a safe mode of transportation when they want to go out or have fun with friends. Giving teens access to a car can definitely help them in many ways. Unfortunately, this newfound independence also comes with a lot of risks. According to CDC data on car accidents, around 2,364 […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on April 3, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has had a huge economic impact all around the world. In places with significant social distancing measures in place, many businesses have had to shut their doors temporarily and lay off workers. In the Kentuckiana area, both food-service businesses like restaurants and bars and other public-facing businesses have seen a rise in […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 27, 2020
Kentucky’s public assistance programs help individuals and families with low incomes cover basic living expenses. Programs cover food, health care, housing, financial assistance, and more. The programs that cover these areas each have their own set of requirements and, subsequently, their own application processes. Here is a look at some of the main public assistance […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 13, 2020
When you see car insurance rates, the quotes you receive are based on a range of factors. Some of these are things you have some control over and some aren’t. This means that the cost of identical coverage for one person might be completely different for someone else. Here are some factors you should know […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 14, 2020
According to NCOA, one in 10 Americans has experienced elder abuse. This means millions of individuals over the age of sixty have faced this injustice. Only a small number of these cases are reported to authorities. As personal injury attorneys with decades of experience practicing in the State of Kentucky and in Southern Indiana, we’ve […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 7, 2020
Most people don’t come out of a car accident unscathed. Physical injuries, mental trauma, or property damage can cause pain and financial problems. A personal injury attorney can file a lawsuit against the liable party and help you gain some compensation. The money from the case can be used to pay for medical bills and […]