Workers Comp Law May provide some relieve for
Tragically the Goodyear Tire & Rubber plant in Union City Tennessee closed this month. To help these employees a career center has been set up. We have also received more bad news that the Borders is closing La Vergne, TN
When benefit that some of these employees may have to help through the tough times could be found in the workers compensation act. Specifically, if an employee has a work comp injury and subsequently losses their job through no fault of their own the workers compensation case can be opened. It is know as reconsideration of a workers compensation claim. There are very specific time limits on reopening a case so if you have been laid off and had a prior work comp claim you should contact a Tennessee workers compensation lawyer quickly.
If you have questions regarding reopening a work comp case feel free to contact our office. We handle workers comp claims throughout the state.
Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
