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As someone working in a field related to construction, you face a higher level of risk for bodily injury than most other workers. Your profession is rife with dangers unique to the job. Among them is the possibility of a crush injury. But just what are crush injuries?...
Commercial boats are crewed by experienced men and women who know the water they’re on. The same can’t be said for every other boat on the water, and when an inexperienced boater puts themselves or others at risk, it can be too late to act by the time your crew...
Working on the water in Tennessee may turn dangerous at any moment. While a rouge wave or storm may prove detrimental, it is often negligence in one way or another that may cause you to suffer a serious injury. For an accident to rise to negligence, it has to prove...
The National Transportation Safety Board investigates accidents involving railway employees and others in the nation's transportation sector. According to the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the NTSB uses the information it gathers to create a most wanted list...
Wrongful deaths take the lives of thousands of people all over the country each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, unintentional deaths, including those caused by negligence, kill more people than cancer, heart disease and other fatal...
Being a longshoreman can be quite a dangerous profession, with many possibilities of suffering serious injuries. If this happens to you, it’s important for you to understand your rights and to know what you are entitled to, so that you can make sure to receive the...
As a maritime worker in Tennessee, you work near and around unique risks each day. Your ability to do your job without compromising your safety relies heavily on your responsibility and your employer's support. If you experience a job-related injury, you will need to...
Suffering a catastrophic injury can prevent you from returning to work in Tennessee. Side effects of your injury could include chronic pain, permanent disability, psychological changes and other ongoing challenges. You may notice that your relationships also feel the...
When you work near water and on a boat or rig in Tennessee, you face unique risks when you go to work each day. Your familiarity with common injury risks can help you protect your well-being. Your adherence to industry regulations and company guidelines can reduce...
The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, also called the Jones Act, offers maritime workers the opportunity to file a claim after an injury. However, workers must meet certain qualifications to be considered seamen under the Jones Act. Who qualifies as a seaman? Seamen must...
