Posts by Richard Charles Wagner
What Happens if Co-Executors to a Will Disagree?
There’s a general rule of thumb that when someone writes a will, they should appoint an odd number of executors (for example – one, three, or five) so that disputes don’t end in a tie. When there are an even number of co-executors, disputes between the co-executors may require probate litigation to resolve them because…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Workplace Dust Explosions
When dust is suspended in the air, under the right concentrations and the right conditions, an explosion can occur. Even substances that don’t normally burn when the materials are large (such as iron and aluminum) can burn quickly when the substance is in a finely divided form. The force from a dust explosion can cause…
Read MoreWhat Is a Breach of Fiduciary Claim in Probate?
A breach of fiduciary claim can occur in probate when a personal representative or trustee fails to fulfill their legal duties and obligations to the beneficiaries of an estate or trust. A fiduciary is a person appointed to manage the assets of another person or entity, and is required to act in the best interests…
Read MoreFood Service Workers Face Daily Hazards
When we think about workplace injuries, the first thing that normally comes to mind are freak accidents in the manufacturing or construction industries. While there’s no doubt that those are very dangerous, we must recognize that food workers also face very serious hazards while they’re on the job. With over 21.1 million people being employed…
Read MoreHow Dangerous Are Rear-End Truck Accidents?
You’re stopped at a red light when all of a sudden you see a massive semi-truck coming straight for your car from behind. You awake in a hospital to sheer pain and your car totaled. The strength of commercial trucks is no joke — so when they cause an accident, it’s not uncommon to hear…
Read MoreCatastrophic Crane Accidents
As much as we would like for some incidents to belong only to the movie industry, there are disastrous events that unfortunately affect many people in real life. A crane accident is one of them. Many of us walk by cranes every day, especially in busy cities. Some may be terrified, and others may be…
Read MorePassengers Can Seek Damages for Injuries from Chattanooga Car Accidents
Anyone who is injured in a Chattanooga car accident can seek damages through a personal injury claim or lawsuit – and that includes passengers. The rules which govern these types of claims are a little different, however, so your path to recovery should be guided by an experienced injury attorney. Today, we want to look…
Read More2021 Was the Deadliest Year for Workers Since 2016
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) releases a National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries every year. According to the latest data, 5,190 workers suffered fatal injuries in 2021. This is the highest number of worker deaths since 2016, and averages out to one death every 101 minutes. The deadliest occupation? Transportation and material moving. (Material…
Read MoreHow a Probate Litigation Attorney Can Help Your Business
It is always a sad time when a loved one passes away. Trying to figure out how to divvy up their estate sometimes only makes this period of grief more complex and stressful—especially when there is a business involved. That is why creating a will is so important. Creating this legal document early on should…
Read MoreWhy Driving Too Slow Is Almost as Dangerous as Speeding
When people think of speed-related accidents, they usually think of motor vehicle drivers driving too fast. However, there are a lot of speed-related accidents that involve slow driving. It may be less common, but it does still happen. In fact, driving too slowly can be almost as dangerous as going over the speed limit. Although…
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