is pleased to report that its founder and managing partner, Matt Lockaby, has again been named a Kentucky Super Lawyers "Rising Star." Named to the "Rising Star" list every year since 2013, the designation is awarded to the top 2.5% of...
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Year: 2016
A Salute to Our Veterans!
In the midst of the current hostile and divisive political climate, let us all find comfort in our shared and mutual respect for the brave men and women who have served our country. On this Veterans Day, salutes and pays tribute to the...
Federal Court Rules that Sexual Orientation Discrimination is Protected by Title VII
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 expressly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, religion, and sex. While the statute does not reference sexual orientation, the EEOC has taken the position, in light of Supreme Court opinions holding...
Kentucky Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisville’s Minimum-Wage Ordinance
Kentucky's current minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. See KRS 337.275(1). In early 2015, the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government enacted an ordinance raising incrementally over a three-year period the minimum wage for all employers within its boundary, starting...
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Best Practices for Employee Complaints and Employer Responses
In a recent article, Anne Litwin posited multiple reasons why sexual harassment is still prevalent in the modern workplace. Many employees may not know how to report harassing behavior or, worse yet, they may fear the consequences of doing so. What should an employee...
Legal Claims Have Expiration Dates, Too; Or, Deadlines Matter
Strict time limits, or statutes of limitation, apply to the filing of lawsuits. These limitations periods are generally set by the legislature and can vary by the type of claim being pursued. Lawsuits filed after the statutory period expires, no matter how...
Lockaby PLLC is hiring!
We are looking for a part-time legal assistant who can work 15-20 hours per week. Experience is preferred, but is not necessary. What is more important are excellent organizational skills, a sense of humor, and emotional intelligence. Ambition is also a good thing: to...
