Posts by Richard Charles Wagner
Contesting a Will in Tennessee
Wills can be contested for many reasons. Usually, contests are brought by relatives who were left out of a will. Anyone who thinks they should have gotten more than a will directs is likely to search for reasons to contest a will. Wills are usually contested on the following grounds: There was a later valid…
Read MoreWorker Deaths on Tennessee Construction Sites Are Increasing
According to a July 2018 report in the Knoxville News, 87 workers died in construction-related accidents (according to OSHA data) in the first quarter of 2018. OSHA, the US Occupational Safety & Health Administration, is part of the US Depart of Labor. OSHA helps monitor and educate workers and employers regarding work safety. The Knoxville…
Read MoreFatalities Caused by Drivers Running through Red Lights Are on the Rise
The Drive, an online publication, recently reported that IIHS data shows that drivers are ignoring traffic lights that are red at an alarming rate. Deaths due to red light crossings increased by 17% between 2012 and 2016. The study was conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). As a result of the study,…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation for Permanent Total Disability
Workers’ compensation is a state-run program which was designed to meet the needs of workers who were injured on the job or suffer from occupational diseases. Tennessee employers are required by law to provide workers’ compensation benefits for their employees. Employers can either purchase workers’ compensation insurance, or they can be self-insured. When an employee…
Read MoreWhy It’s Important to Take Pictures Immediately after a Slip and Fall
The first priority for anyone who slips and falls in a store, restaurant, or any property is to focus on their health. Falls can cause broken bones, spinal cord damage, nerve damage, bruises, and other serious injuries. Victims should be treated at an emergency room or make an appointment with their family physicians. The second…
Read MoreWhy You Should Always See a Doctor After a Car Crash
You have probably heard the advice before that it is very important to see a doctor after you have been involved in a car crash. Right after the crash, you may feel a bit dazed as you try to take in what happened. Your body is flushed with adrenaline which is nature’s perfect anesthetic. You…
Read MorePatrick Wagner is Joining the Lacrosse Coaching Staff at Boyd Buchanan
Wagner Workers Compensation & Personal Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that Patrick Alan Wagner has joined the senior Lacrosse coaching staff at Boyd Buchanan. In a story in the Chattanoogan, athletic director Tommy Brown said, “Our Lacrosse program at Boyd Buchanan now includes 3rd – 12th grade student-athletes. Lacrosse has tremendous potential and with…
Read MoreHow Does a Prenuptial Agreement Impact Who Can Inherit?
A prenuptial agreement, or prenup, is a contract between two individuals which is executed prior to the wedding. A prenuptial agreement outlines how each party’s assets will be distributed should the couple divorce, or upon the death of either spouse, so it can have a significant impact on probate. A prenup is an effective way…
Read MoreWhat Is the Differences Between Workers’ Compensation and Third-Party Claims in Tennessee?
Workers’ compensation and third-party claims are two avenues for workers to obtain the compensation they need after suffering an injury on-the-job. According to data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2016 over 60,000 workers in Tennessee incurred job-related injuries or illnesses. These workers, depending on the circumstances and those responsible for the injuries,…
Read MoreSwimming Pool Safety Laws Keep Kids Safe
Having your own backyard pool is a fabulous luxury on those hot summer days, but it is also a tremendous responsibility and a potential liability. The crystal blue water sparking in the sunlight is irresistibly enticing for small children. Under the principle of premises liability, homeowners who have pools in their yard may be held…
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