Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Survivors Benefits – Who is Eligible?
Posted on Monday, June 23rd, 2014 at 10:30 am
While it is difficult enough when a worker suffers an injury while on the job, if injuries are severe enough to cause death, the situation becomes unimaginably worse. If you are the spouse or child of a worker who died in a work-related accident, you may be able to recover some financial compensation to help you through this trying time. A Northern Kentucky workers’ compensation attorney can help you understand Kentucky’s complex legal system set up to pay workers’ compensation benefits to the family of someone who has lost a loved one while on the job.
People Who May Be Eligible for Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Survivors Benefits
Kentucky has a complex legal system set up to pay workers’ compensation benefits to the family of someone who suffers a fatal work injury. The rules are very specific and our attorneys will explain them to you in detail when you visit our office, but generally, the following people are eligible for benefits…
- A surviving spouse
- Minor children of the deceased worker
- Mentally disabled adult children of the deceased worker
- The parent of the deceased worker, if he or she had no spouse and no children
The state of Kentucky sets minimum and maximum amounts that are available to survivors. These amounts change each year. When you visit us, we will be able to give you an idea of how much you may be able to expect.
If a loved one has suffered a fatal injury while on the job, contact Lawrence & Associates Accident and Injury Lawyers, LLC today! We can help you and your family members get the survivor benefits that you deserve!
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