At this time of the year, when the 2016 Olympics are approaching, there has been controversy over equal opportunity as it relates to pay for various United States teams. The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team filed an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claim charging the U.S. Soccer Federation with … [Read more...] about What is the Equal Pay Act?
5 Things You Need to Know About Drone Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released new rules regarding drone operation. These are the FAA’s first attempt at a comprehensive plan to ensure drones can safely share the skies with commercial craft. Here are five things you now need to know if you own or operate a drone: 1. … [Read more...] about 5 Things You Need to Know About Drone Operations
Can my Child Choose Which Parent to Live With?
In divorce or child custody cases, often a judge must decide which parent shall have custody of minor children. I often have clients assert that since their child is a certain age, he or she can chose where to live. There seems to be a widely held belief in some specific age at which the child gets … [Read more...] about Can my Child Choose Which Parent to Live With?
Q & A: Understanding Contract for Deed
By: Dustin Humphrey If you are a landowner, understanding the difference between a contract for deed and a regular mortgage sale is vital – especially in the state of Kentucky. Far too many times, our office sees clients that misunderstand a contract for deed, which can cost landowners quite a … [Read more...] about Q & A: Understanding Contract for Deed
Happy Holidays from Skeeters, Bennett, Wilson & Pike
Nearly 70 years ago, a dad gave his little girl a toy monkey. She named it “Jubilee.” Although friends believed the life-like toy would scare her, the gift impacted her life so much that she devoted herself to the study of primate family structures. Today, the toy still sits on her dresser. That … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays from Skeeters, Bennett, Wilson & Pike
Dustin Humphrey Selected as a Rising Star
The attorneys at Skeeters, Bennett, Wilson & Pike are pleased to announce that attorney Dustin Humphrey has been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star. Super Lawyers is a rating service of exceptional lawyers from over 70 practice areas who have attained both a high-degree of peer recognition … [Read more...] about Dustin Humphrey Selected as a Rising Star
Happy Veterans Day
The attorneys at Skeeters, Bennett, Wilson & Pike want to take this opportunity to say thank you to our veterans. You are appreciated! … [Read more...] about Happy Veterans Day
Planning Ahead for your Loved Ones
By: Mike Pike Not long ago I met with an elderly client who wants to do some long term care planning as her husband is ill and might have to spend time in a nursing home. Unfortunately, she and her husband have waited a little too late to maximize their planning options. We can help them, but … [Read more...] about Planning Ahead for your Loved Ones
Answers to Kentucky Employee’s Most Frequently Asked Questions
By: Terry Bennett Are you unsure of your rights as an employee in Kentucky? Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions concerning Kentucky employment: Q : What is the minimum wage in Kentucky? A : The minimum wage in Kentucky is $7.25 per hour. Q: Can an employer require that … [Read more...] about Answers to Kentucky Employee’s Most Frequently Asked Questions