Posts by Richard Charles Wagner
Liability in Car Accidents Caused by Defective Auto Parts
It’s bad enough to find yourself involved in a car accident. What makes matters worse is when you find out the accident was caused by a defective auto part. Sadly, this is not an uncommon occurrence across Tennessee and the rest of the country. There are a few ways a defective auto part accident can…
Read MoreStill Injured But Workers’ Compensation Stopped Paying: What Should I Do?
When you suffer an injury on the job your thoughts immediately shift to being unable to pay your bills or feed your family. But, that’s the benefit of working for an employer who has workers’ compensation programs in place. As you rehabilitate your injury at home, workers’ compensation benefits activate, if you filed for them,…
Read MoreA Drowning Safety Guide
The summer season is finally here, which means many days and nights spent in the pool, the lake, the river and any other body of water in an effort to cool off from the hot sun in Tennessee. But as fun and refreshing as swimming can be, it can be just as dangerous. Too many…
Read MoreProbate Estate Inventory Requirement, Process, and General Checklist
If you are the administrator or executor of someone’s will, you have the responsibility of submitting the will to the court to begin the probate process. You are also responsible for protecting the property of the deceased until all debts are paid off and the remaining inheritance is passed to the beneficiaries. Each state has…
Read MoreKeeping Safe on Motorcycle Rides on the Dragon’s Tail
As a Tennessee resident, you may have ridden a renowned stretch of highway referred to as the Tail of the Dragon. Running from Blount County, TN through Swain County, North Carolina, Deals Gap – as a particular stretch is referred to – is a popular beautiful American road for motorcyclists and sports car enthusiasts. This…
Read MoreTop 9 Work-Related Injuries for Those in the Entertainment Industry
As a subcategory of the hospitality and leisure industries, more than 2 million workers are part of the entertainment, arts, and recreation sector. The professionals who work in these industries operate in various types of facilities and establishments that deliver entertainment, recreational, and cultural interests to customers. Although the average number of workplace injuries in…
Read MoreWhat Exactly Is a Probate Lawyer?
Tennessee probate lawyers represent the personal representative of an estate when someone dies. The personal representative is either someone who is named in the decedent’s will or someone who is appointed by the local court. While there are a lot of articles about how to “avoid” probate, the truth is, probate happens no matter what.…
Read MoreTypes and Causes of Minor Impact Soft Tissue (MIST) Injuries
Often, the least obvious injuries take the longest time to heal and cause the most anxiety. Most breaks or fractures can be seen on X-Ray. The fractures can be reset and in a few months the patient is feeling normal. Minor Impact Soft Tissue injuries, or MIST injuries, are often more troubling. They’re one of…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation and Burn Injuries
Burns can prevent workers from doing their job. Some burns heal quickly. Some burns require long-term care. Sadly, there are workers who do die due to severe burn injuries. Burns are usually categorized by their severity. First-degree burns are fairly mild, and don’t penetrate the skin too deeply. Second-degree burns damage the external skin and…
Read MoreATV and Warm-Weather Accidents
The warm weather is an enticement for many people to enjoy the great doors. One warm weather activity that appeals to many people, especially younger people, is riding around on an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV). While these vehicles can be ridden any time of year, the scenery and warmth add to their attraction as fun vehicles.…
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