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Monthly Archives: October 2017

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Is Sexual Assault at Work Covered Under Workers’ Compensation?

By Brad Burnette |

Under normal circumstances, if you are injured on the job your employer is required to pay workers’ compensation benefits to compensate you for medical expenses and lost wages. Workers’ compensation in Tennessee is designed to be an “exclusive remedy”–i.e., you cannot file a separate personal injury lawsuit against your employer. But what if your… Read More »

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Knoxville Restaurant Faces Trial Over Partially Melted Bag of Ice

By John Willis |

Knoxville and Clinton-area business owners are responsible for keeping their premises in reasonably safe condition for customers and other invited guests. When a business has “superior knowledge” of a hazard that might lead to injury, there is a duty to warn customers. If the business fails to give such warning and the customer is… Read More »

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When Is a Tennessee Stadium or Arena Liable for Patron Injuries?

By Brad Burnette |

Every year millions of people attend concerts and sporting events throughout Tennessee. As with any business open to the public, the operators of stadiums and arenas have a duty to keep their premises in reasonably safe condition–even with thousands of people trampling through the area in a short period of time. So if a… Read More »

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California Jury Orders Talcum Powder Manufacturer to Pay $417 Million to Ovarian Cancer Patient

By John Willis |

Although Johnson & Johnson, the world’s largest manufacturer of talcum powder, still denies there is any link between its products and ovarian cancer, juries throughout the United States continue to side with victims and their families. On August 22, a Los Angeles jury ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay over $400 million in damages… Read More »

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How Changing Testimony Can Affect a Personal Injury Case

By Brad Burnette |

Human memory is unreliable. This can present a major problem in personal injury cases, as witnesses may have difficulty remembering events that occurred months–often years–before the trial. And while having a faulty memory is not a crime, when parties to litigation suddenly “remember” something that contradicts their earlier statements, there are certain rules that… Read More »

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Is a Property Owner Liable for a Malfunctioning Automatic Door?

By John Willis |

In personal injury claims brought against property owners, a plaintiff must prove the existence of a “dangerous or defective condition” that caused their injury. The condition itself must have been caused or created by the property owner, or the owner must have had actual or constructive notice of the condition. In this context, “constructive”… Read More »

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Congress Moves to Overturn Pro-Consumer Arbitration Rules

By Brad Burnette |

Arbitration agreements have long been a controversial tool used by business interests, such as banks and nursing homes, to deprive consumers of their ability to file personal injury lawsuits or otherwise seek justice in court. It is common practice to bury forced arbitration clauses in the fine print of contracts, which means that many… Read More »

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How Long Do I Have to Bring an Insurance Claim If I’m Injured by an “Uninsured” Motorist?

By John Willis |

If you are injured in a car accident and unable to collect damages from the negligent driver, your own insurance company may be liable for your physical injuries and property damage. Tennessee law requires all auto insurers to include “uninsured motorist” (UM) coverage as part of their standard policies. Typically you serve a personal… Read More »

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