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…
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…
We wrote recently about the process of filing for Workers’ Compensation benefits. If you haven’t read it yet, you can check it out here. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has detailed instructions on their website to help you through the process. In a perfect world, you would follow the process step…
Workplace injuries can be overwhelming, but knowing your rights is essential to securing the compensation you deserve. Whether you’re dealing with a sudden accident or a gradual injury from repeated work conditions, acting quickly is crucial. A Knoxville workers’ compensation attorney or a Knoxville workplace injury lawyer can be your best ally in navigating…
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…
Work injuries can happen anytime, to anyone, even in seemingly low-risk environments. If you are injured at work you may be entitled workerscompensation benefits. If the accident was caused by a third party (someone who does not work for your employer), you may be entitled to additional compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit…