Posts by Michael Augustine Wagner
Top Mistakes to Avoid After a Serious Workplace Injury in Chattanooga
A serious injury on the job can upend your life in seconds. The steps you take in the days and weeks that follow often decide whether you receive the full benefits Tennessee law allows. Chattanooga workers in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and construction face real risk every shift. In fact, the construction sector recorded the highest…
Read MoreHow Insurance Companies Evaluate Spinal Cord Injury Claims
The National Institutes of Health estimates that between 255,000 and 390,000 people live with spinal cord injuries. Roughly 18,000 new cases are added annually in the U.S. These injuries can happen to anyone and are often the result of traumatic events such as car accidents, falls, sports injuries, or acts of violence. When someone suffers…
Read MoreInjuries at AirBnB or Short-Term Rentals: Who’s Responsible?
Booking a short-term rental through platforms like VRBO and Airbnb may seem like a convenient way to relax, escape from the demands of daily life, and get more space to yourself. But what happens when your vacation takes a left turn and leaves you seriously injured? Short-term rentals have exploded in popularity in recent years,…
Read MoreHoliday Travel Accidents: Top 5 Legal Steps to Take
Travel spikes over the holidays–Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, even Memorial Day. This means increased traffic and, in many cases, increased weather-related hazards. It also means highways full of fatigued, distracted, and impaired drivers. In short, highways during the holidays require you to navigate high-risk conditions that can lead to serious traffic accidents. Below is a…
Read MoreWhat to Do If You’re Injured in a U-Haul Truck Accident
Whether you’re moving across the country or across town, U-Haul trucks can make it far easier to get your home moved in fewer trips. That’s why you see so many on Tennessee roads. However, one of the dangers of U-Haul trucks is that they are typically driven by those who are used to driving their…
Read MoreCan You Claim Whiplash From a Bus Accident?
Whiplash is a known side effect of car accidents, but people often don’t realize that it can happen just as easily in bus accidents. While your head may not whip back and forth quite the same in a bus, your body is put under the same type of force and pressure in a bus collision.…
Read MoreWhat Are High-Side and Low-Side Motorcycle Crashes?
Motorcycle riding is a fun and inexpensive form of transportation. It can also be dangerous. Even experienced riders risk catastrophic injuries and death. Two of the many dangers riders should be prepared for are high-side and low-side accidents. High-side motorcycle accidents What does it mean to high-side a motorcycle? According to Moto Machines, a motorcycle…
Read MoreShould You Talk to the Other Driver’s Insurance Company After an Accident?
Car accidents are stressful. One second, everything is normal. The next, you’re dealing with a wrecked car, possible injuries, and a whirlwind of phone calls. Then, out of nowhere, the other driver’s insurance company calls you. Should you answer? Should you talk to them? Before you say anything, you might want to consult with a…
Read MoreExpert Witnesses’ Roles in Personal Injury Cases
When most people think about witnesses in a personal injury case, they imagine a person like a friend, neighbor, coworker, bystander, business owner, or driver who saw the accident occur. However, there is another type of witness that may be used in your case – the expert witness. Expert witnesses are experienced, skilled, and knowledgeable…
Read MoreCan a Probate Litigation Lawyer Invalidate a Will?
A will is a legal document outlining the distribution of an individual’s estate after they die. However, circumstances sometimes arise that cause family members or beneficiaries to question the authenticity or relevance of a will. As a result, they may decide to contest the will. In such cases, the assistance of an experienced Chattanooga probate…
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