- Divorce
- Criminal Defense
- Wrongful DeathKJPJ Law has significant experience representing trucking companies in cases involving personal injury and wrongful death. These cases often require onsite investigation and an intimate knowledge of federal motor carrier safety regulations and law enforcement. Our lawyers have worked with a variety of experts who specialize in accident reconstruction, brake/component design, biomechanics, civil and mechanical engineering and medicine.
- Sex CrimesFor the last 15 years, Christopher S. Turner has developed a wide array of civil-litigation experience: auto and truck accident litigation, bodily injury, insurance coverage disputes, insurance bad faith, products liability, construction defects, employment law, education law (including IDEA administrative hearings), probate, and property disputes. Prior to joining the firm, Chris clerked for former Kentucky Court of Appeals Judge Rick A. Johnson. He has won jury trials and appeals in several venues. In law school he was a member of the first Kentucky Innocence Project. Chris was instrumental in overturnung a rape conviction of a man who was wrongly convicted. Chris is a former college football player who now finds himself coaching youth soccer. He is happiest hiking with his family, watching his beloved Cincinnati Reds, fishing with his son, or stargazing. Chris’ wife, Dr. Lisa Turner, is an associate professor at Berea College.
- Workers CompensationKriz, Jenkins, Prewitt & Jones has over 50 years of combined experience in handling work-related injuries. If you have been injured on the job, or need legal assistance in defending your business, please contact us.
- Employment LitigationBarbara A. Kriz has been a member and the President of Kriz, Jenkins, Prewitt & Jones, PSC since it was started in 2008. She previously worked with its predecessor firms starting in 1986. She is AV rated by Martindale & Hubble. She is a civil litigator with a focus on defending private and public entities on different civil matters including personal injury and premises liability, civil rights, employment disputes, school law and administrative matters before state and federal agencies. She lives in Lexington, Ky. with her husband with whom she has two sons. Now that her sons are grown, she has more time for her hobbies which include gardening and traveling.
- Sexual HarassmentEmployment law surrounds rules that regulate relationships between employers and employees, such as the prohibition against discrimination, sexual harassment, hour and wage laws, and more.
- Premises LiabilityPremises liability law refers to the legal principles that hold landowners and tenants responsible when someone enters onto their property and gets hurt due to a dangerous condition.
- Construction LitigationWith all of the levels of government playing a role in construction regulation, legal issues can arise in a number of ways. Common construction-related legal disputes include workplace injuries and accidents, construction defects, contract issues, and problems with obtaining the proper planning or building permits.
- Eminent DomainKJPJ Law offers an experienced group of attorneys who have represented both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of constitutional matters in Kentucky. Our attorneys handle a variety of constitutional claims, including equal protection, eminent domain, right to privacy, and due process issues.
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesCrystal Moore has over 12 years of legal experience in a variety of areas including litigation, administrative law, workers' compensation, federal black lung, real estate, landlord-tenant disputes, and collections. Her primary focus has been on the defense of employers in litigation, where her passion lies. Crystal has also spent time as a stay-at-home mother to her two boys. She enjoys time with her family, running, and baking.
- Citizenship and NaturalizationKJPJ Law offers comprehensive immigration legal services, including but not limited to: green cards and temporary visas, removal proceedings, litigation, adjustment of status and consular processing, waivers, asylum, citizenship and naturalization.
- Green Cards
- Personal InjuryPersonal injury focuses on a claim by someone who has been injured, physically or psychologically, as a result of the negligence of another person, company, government agency or any entity.
- Medical MalpracticeMedical malpractice claims center around the alleged professional negligence by a health care provider through an act or omission whereby the care provided deviates from the accepted standards of care that govern a medical specialty or area of practice resulting in personal injury or death.
- Social Security DisabilityIn order to be covered by SSD or SSI, a person must qualify as "disabled" as defined by the Social Security Act. If you are unable to work now, regardless of whether you have worked in the past, and have a medical condition that has or will be expected to last for at least one year, the attorneys at Kriz, Jenkins, Prewitt & Jones can help you obtain the benefits to which you are entitled.
- Estate PlanningPlanning for your estate is an important and personal step to ensuring your family has a secure future and giving you the safety of mind that your loved ones are taken care of.
- Power of AttorneyWhether you are just starting your family or making decisions regarding a will, power of attorney, or healthcare directives, the experienced attorneys at Kriz, Jenkins, Prewitt & Jones can help you achieve your goals. Contact us today to get started on all of your estate needs.
- Probate