Posts by Michael Augustine Wagner
Are Punitive Damages Available in Personal Injury Lawsuits in Tennessee?
Punitive damages, unlike other non-economic damages, may be awarded to the plaintiff in a personal injury case in a separate trial for punishing the defendant and to discourage future conduct similar to that which caused the plaintiff’s injuries. But are punitive damages available in Tennessee? Under what circumstances might a plaintiff be able to request…
Read MoreFiling Deadlines for Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Claims
For an injured employee, workers’ compensation provides a lifeline to medical treatment and financial assistance throughout the healing process. Yet, these benefits are not automatic. Securing workers’ compensation requires adherence to strict filing guidelines. Failure to meet time limitations can prevent an injured worker from receiving the benefits to which he or she is entitled.…
Read MoreLocating a Missing Heir During Probate
The probate process can be extremely difficult. Not only are you dealing with the death of a loved one, but now you are forced to handle complex business matters related to the distribution of property. It is a stressful time made even more challenging when you cannot locate all heirs to the estate. The probate…
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