When we think of work-related injuries, we often picture physical harm: broken bones, torn muscles, or head trauma. However, not all injuries are visible to the naked eye. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event on the job, such as a violent…
Every day, hardworking Tennesseans put their lives on the line in high-risk occupations to provide for their families and keep our economy running. From construction workers and farmers to healthcare and warehouse employees, these jobs are essential but come with inherent dangers that can lead to serious injuries or even death. If you or…
Part-time jobs are increasingly common, with many Tennesseans working multiple jobs to make ends meet. But what happens if you are injured while working a part-time job? Are you still entitled to workers’ compensation benefits? The short answer is yes, but there are some important considerations to keep in mind. A Knoxville workers’ compensation…
Musshur Meener v. Amazon, et al. Docket No. 2023-08-3737, State File No. 860283-2023 Appeal from the Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims Affirmed and Remanded Significance: This case concerns the requirement under Tennessee’s Workers’ Compensation Statute that the injured worker provide notice of his or her injury within 15 days of the incident. Background: Musshur…
In Delta Everett v. Lifestyle Staffing, The Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board finds that trial courts may apply work restrictions retroactively. Link to Appellate Board Decision: https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/workforce/documents/injuries/decisions/Everett_v_Life_Style_Staffing_Appeals_Board_Opinion.pdf Significance of Case: This case shows that an injured worker can collect temporary total disability after getting her doctor to backdate her work restrictions. Temporary total disability…
Tennessee’s Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board in Bibiane Francoeur v. Amerimed Medical Solutions, LLC holds that if an insured worker is restricted from driving, the employer does not have to provide transportation and can deny the worker disability payments if he or she cannot make it to work. In the case of Bibiane Francoeur v….
Why Is Maximum Medical Improvement So Important? After Reaching Maximum Medical Improvement, How Long Will It Take My Case to Settle? Which Workers’ Compensation Doctor Should I Pick? What Should I Do if My Workers’ Comp. Doctor Won’t Make the Referrals That I Need? While on Workers’ Comp. Can I Quit My Job? My…
On September 16th, a Kentucky man in a stolen vehicle led the Tennessee Highway Patrol in a Roane County police chase before jumping out of the car and attempting to run away. This past Sunday night, a young man led police in a car chase through Anderson, Knox, Blount, Sevier, and Cocke Counties, damaging at…
Our Knoxville workers’ compensation lawyers frequently get calls from injured workers telling us that their medical treatment has been denied by the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Carrier. Discussed below are some of the reasons that treatment is denied and what injured workers should do when that happens. One common reason that treatment is denied is…
Car accidents can be an emotional experience and emotions can cloud your judgment. When you’ve been involved in a car accident, it’s important to remain calm and do your best to think clearly. Seeking guidance from a trusted Knoxville car accident attorney early in the process can also provide peace of mind and ensure…