Posts by Michael Augustine Wagner
Can 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…
Read MoreWhat Caused the Most Harm to Tennessee Workers?
Many workers across Tennessee face hazardous and dangerous conditions every single day to ensure that their families have a roof over their heads and food on their tables. While this is honorable on their part, it puts them at risk of severe injuries and illnesses that have the ability to significantly impact their lives. Find…
Read MoreAre Anti-Contest Will Provisions Valid?
Some testators try to avoid probate disputes about the legitimacy of their will by including a provision that anyone who challenges the legitimacy of the will will not be able to receive any distributions from the will. This provision may be called an anti-contest provision or a no-contest provision. A will is prepared by a…
Read MoreWhy Nurses May Be at Increased Risk of Stroke
Nursing is a demanding profession that often places people in high-stress environments. Nurses are at the forefront of patient care, working tirelessly to ensure the well-being of those they serve—and their role goes beyond administering medications and tending to medical needs. Nurses often find themselves providing emotional support and a comforting presence to patients and…
Read MoreNursing Can Lead to Neck Trauma: Claiming Workers’ Compensation
Due to the physical labor that nurses must do every single shift, it is extremely common for them to suffer neck trauma and injuries. When this happens, these healthcare professionals may need to be out of work for several weeks or months to recover. Surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medications, and medical assisted devices are…
Read MoreWelding, Burn Injuries, and Workers’ Compensation
Welding is an important industry here in Tennessee, used in manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, and shipbuilding. However, it is also a job that carries a significant risk of burn injuries. Welding is a process that involves the use of high temperatures to melt and fuse materials together. There are several types of welding techniques, including…
Read MoreWhat Should You Do if You Have Been Involved in a Trench Collapse?
One of the most dangerous experiences on any worksite is a trench collapse. It only takes a few seconds, and someone can be buried under several thousand pounds of dirt or soil, or even pieces of heavy machinery Construction workers are at the greatest risk, though cable company workers, commercial plumbers, and the folks employed…
Read MoreBigger Highways Mean Greater Risks for Accidents
Most people believe that larger roads and highways mean less car accidents. In fact, there have been many efforts in the United States to make our highways wider in hopes that it will minimize car wrecks, especially among large trucks and tractor trailers. However, there is strong evidence showing that wider lanes and roads actually…
Read MoreWhat Injuries Are Caused by Electrical Arc Flashes and Blasts?
When you think of poor workplace safety, you probably think of damaged machinery and wet floors. Both of these can be incredibly dangerous, but few workplace hazards can be as catastrophic as malfunctioning electrical panels or wiring. When there is a problem with electrical equipment or the material that houses it, you can get seriously…
Read MoreDriver Assistance Technology Is Helpful But Not Foolproof
Every year it seems like there’s new automated technology created for cars in order to help prevent accidents. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems are now required in all new cars, and they do cut down on rear-end crashes by a significant amount, but AEB is not infallible. Researchers have found the AEB system will not…
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