Filing deadlines can play a critical role in Kentucky civil litigation. Missing an important deadline can prevent a person from pursuing a claim, regardless of its merits. Understanding the most common timeframes can help individuals protect their legal rights....
Litigation
Do you need an injunction during a property line dispute?
Property line disputes can escalate quickly and cause lasting damage to your land. When a neighbor builds on your property without permission, you need immediate legal protection. An injunction may be the tool you need to stop harmful actions and preserve your...
When can a Kentucky court overturn a jury verdict?
You sat through weeks of testimony, waited for the jury to deliberate and then heard a verdict that felt completely wrong. Maybe the evidence overwhelmingly supported your side, or maybe the jury seemed to ignore the judge's instructions. Either way, you want to know...
Can you dispute an inheritance when there is no will?
When someone passes away without leaving a will, surviving family members often wonder whether they have any right to challenge how the administrator distributes the estate. This blog covers what legal options may be available to you and can help clarify whether a...
When do you choose litigation over court?
When disputes arise, it can be hard to know the right path to take. You might hear people use words like litigation and court as if they mean the same thing, but they do not. Litigation is the full legal process of handling a dispute, while going to court is just one...
Navigating civil cases: When to litigate and when to settle
You can resolve a civil dispute in different ways, and the approach you choose can have a big impact on both the outcome and the process. When you’re torn between going to court and settling, it helps to carefully weigh your options and consider what best aligns with...
Time isn’t on your side: Why civil lawsuits have deadlines
When you’ve been wronged, whether it’s a breach of contract, damage to property or a personal injury, you may feel like you have all the time in the world to take legal action. After all, the harm is real, and your case feels valid. However, the law doesn’t wait...
Contract breaches may lead to litigation
Contracts contain requirements for both parties, and it’s critical that they’re all met in accordance with the contract terms. When terms aren’t met by either party, a contract breach occurs. The circumstances surrounding the breach determine what type of breach...
Mistakes to avoid when launching a litigation appeal
Filing an appeal is not simply a second chance to argue a case. It is a highly structured legal process that focuses on whether legal errors affected the trial's outcome. Many litigants mistakenly assume that an appeal functions like a retrial, leading to critical...
Do you have to go to court for a boundary dispute?
Boundary disputes are one of those things that can quickly turn a friendly neighborhood into something else. Whether it’s a disagreement over a fence encroaching on your property or a longstanding issue about where property lines lie, these conflicts are far too...

