Tag Archives: workers’ compensation
What benefits am I entitled to after a workplace accident?
Tennessee workers who are injured on the job are typically allowed workers’ compensation in most cases. Following an accident, employees could be entitled to a range of benefits depending upon the severity of the workplace injuries. However, this only applies to compensable injuries: ones that an authorized doctor has determined to be work related…. Read More »
Which industries are covered by workers’ comp in Tennessee?
With few industry exceptions, any employer operating in Tennessee with five or more employees must carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Included in this number are any corporate officers and any of their employed family members, regardless of whether those corporate officers seek insurance coverage for themselves. In other words, if a corporate officer hires… Read More »
Determining liability for construction accidents
When construction workers in Tennessee are injured on the job, they may not know who to hold liable if the injuries result from negligent acts. This might be because there can be several people in charge at a single work site, from the property owner to prime contractors, and even an architect or an… Read More »
Work accidents can cause serious injuries in construction field
Sometimes, a person’s day at a construction job site goes swimmingly in Tennessee. Other times, the individual might have one of his or her worst days, particularly if they get injured on the job. Work accidents can be frightening for both the worker and his or her family members, who may depend on the… Read More »
Workers’ compensation may help injured lumber company worker
In Tennessee, workplace accidents can be serious enough to put a worker out of commission for weeks or months. In one case in a different state, a worker suffered major injuries while working at a lumber site. The worker may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits in this situation. This accident occurred on a… Read More »
Workplace accidents can cause serious injuries in Tennessee
Some jobs are more dangerous than others, but a person can easily become injured in any position for a variety of reasons. For instance, either a piece of equipment or machinery malfunctions or the worker lets his or her guard down and ends up suffering from an unexpected accident, such as a slip or… Read More »
Workers’ compensation can help following construction accidents
A construction worker in Tennessee normally strives to be extra careful when working in high places. After all, just one slip can result in serious injuries or even a death. Unfortunately, in a recent work accident, one worker was injured on a construction work site. However, he will likely be able to take advantage… Read More »
Tennessee workplace accidents call for vigilance
In the workplace the employer has a duty to adhere to certain occupational health and safety regulations. This is in order to protect the employees from accidents and injuries. When dealing with dangerous hazardous materials, the need for safety in the workplace is even greater. Over time, complacency of workplace safety practices can sometimes… Read More »
