Workers Compensation

Trucks keep the US economy going. They help supply grocery stores, move construction equipment, deliver building supplies, and more. According to the American Trucking Association (ATA), there are almost 15 million big rigs on US roadways, carrying almost 75% of our freight by weight. Trucks and truck drivers are essential. However, they’re also the source…

After a car accident, you may find out that you need around-the-clock medical care. This can cause you to be out of work and lose the necessary income to help you and your family stay afloat. As a result, your bills from emergency room visits, surgeries, physical therapy, and prescriptions may start to accumulate quickly.…

Similar to physical injuries, mental health conditions and psychological injuries can arise at any time on the job and cause a great deal of pain, suffering, anxiety, and hardship. If you developed a mental health problem or psychological injury while completing your work-related tasks, you may be able to file a workers’ compensation claim. If…

When people think about climate change, they usually do not think about the workplace and how workers are being impacted. However, the unfortunate reality is that climate change and extreme weather conditions can affect every aspect of our lives, including our workplaces. As the planet continues to become warmer, more extreme weather events are occurring,…

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…

Many Chattanooga residents work in the manufacturing industry. Some of these companies do everything possible to ensure that their employees’ working environments are safe and hazard-free, while others do not take the necessary precautions to prevent workplace accidents and injuries. Overall, manufacturing is a dangerous industry. However, if employers take certain measures and follow the…

Warehouse workers are critical in Tennessee and around the country. In Chattanooga alone, there are numerous warehouses and distribution centers, including Amazon, Adorama, Kenco, Coca-Cola, and more. These businesses have a responsibility to make sure their employees remain safe and harm-free each day and shift. When employers do not take the necessary steps and precautions…

Individuals involved in car accidents while on the job often sustain injuries to the back, upper extremities, and neck. These injuries are very painful, require significant time to fully recover, and may necessitate time off from work. If you were involved in a car accident while on the job, you should hire a Chattanooga workers’…

The 2024 Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference will be held in Murfreesboro this year, and will offer a number of panels and presentations for attendees. It will also include an actual oral argument in front of the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board – the only case on the docket for argument in front of the…

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…