Facing an unfavorable ruling in a Kentucky courtroom does not necessarily mark the end of your legal journey. An appeal can be a vital opportunity to have a higher court review the decisions made during your trial for legal errors. Understanding the requirements early...
In a Kentucky civil appeal, timing is jurisdictional. Missing the 30-day deadline can prevent the appellate court from reviewing your case entirely, regardless of the merits of your argument. In most civil cases, the order must be final and appealable before the...
People often think of appeals in slightly the wrong way. They imagine that they found themselves in litigation, perhaps in a civil case or a criminal case, and they have lost that case. They expected to win, so they want to appeal and see if they can get a new...
When a legal case concludes with an unfavorable outcome, it can feel like the end of the road. However, if hidden or withheld evidence played a role in that result, there may be grounds for an appeal. In both personal injury and civil rights cases, the fairness or...
Sometimes, when a case does not go your way, it is easy to think filing an appeal means you get another shot at everything, like hitting restart. But appeals do not work that way. They are not a second trial and do not offer the chance to bring in new evidence or...
Losing a case, whether civil or criminal, can be highly demoralizing. After spending significant money and time, the prospect of losing is too hard to bear. Fortunately, most parties can appeal their cases with a higher court. However, getting a judge to grant an...
Civil litigation can be a complex and challenging process, and sometimes, the outcome may not align with one's expectations. In Kentucky, individuals have the option to appeal a civil litigation decision. Understanding the key elements required for a successful appeal...
According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, tenants occupy 563,173 rental units in Kentucky. These tenants sometimes have disputes with property owners that escalate to a point where legal intervention becomes necessary. When landlords receive an...
Executors typically try to honor the wishes of the decedent. The job involves closing the estate and distributing assets to beneficiaries and heirs. Still, someone may dispute or appeal the plan or a judge’s ruling concerning the will and estate plan. Common grounds...
Unfortunately, some who litigate their divorce in court believe the judge did not get it right. It may be that the judge's ruling did not consider all the case's pertinent facts, or they may have made legal errors while considering the matter. Fortunately, the...
