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by Kim Thompson on August 14, 2012

Over the years, I’ve advised hundreds of clients in regards to issues that arise after a serious injury – or after being injured at work.

And while helping my clients, I’ve answered thousands of questions about those issues.

So I thought…. why not provide those questions…and the answers right here, so you can stop searching the Internet.

Here’s how to find the answers to your questions:

One, look over to the right. You’ll see a search box. Just type in your question and press search. Every page that applies to that question will then be presented for you to review.

And two, if you have a very specific question and know you need legal help right now….pick up the phone and call my office at 615-832-2335.

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This Injury I Had To My Back Has Been So Painful. Can I Get Pain And Suffering?

by Kim Thompson on February 10, 2013

No. The workers’ compensation law is a no fault law which means that you lose some types of damages when injured, such as pain and suffering damages, but you gain access to benefits without the heightened standard of proof that you may have in a personal injury claim.

Have you recently been injured at work and have questions regarding obtaining the benefits you deserve? If so, contact Nashville Attorney Kim Thompson at 888-365-8529 for a free consultation.

If My Employer Is In Tennessee, But I Got Hurt When I Was In Kentucky, Which State’s Benefits Am I Entitled To?

February 4, 2013

If you were injured while at work in a state other than where your employer works, you could be entitled to either state’s benefits. However, you are not entitled to both. If you or someone you know has recently been in a work-related injury and has questions regarding possible benefits, contact Attorney Kim Thompson at [...]

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The Nurse Case Manager Keeps Asking To Go Into The Examination Room When I See The Doctor. What Should I Tell Her?

January 23, 2013

You should politely tell her no. There is no requirement or need for a nurse case manager to go into the examination room with you because it generally interferes with the doctor’s examination. Have you recently been injured and have questions regarding the medical procedures and practices that could be in your future? If so, [...]

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I Hurt My Back And My Knee But The Doctor Is Ignoring My Complaints About My Back And Just Treating My Knee. What Should I Do?

January 20, 2013

If you are having difficulty receiving the treatment you believe you need from a doctor, make sure to contact an attorney who can advocate on your behalf. They can usually file a request for assistance with the Department of Labor to get the relief you need. If you or someone you know is having difficulty [...]

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Before I Was Injured, I Got Paid Once Each Week And Now I Get Paid Monthly. Is That Right?

January 14, 2013

No, it is not right. You are supposed to be paid consistent with how you were paid before. If you were paid when working every other week then you should be paid every other week. Have you recently been injured while at work and have questions about your workers’ compensation benefits? If so, contact Nashville [...]

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If I Got Hurt At Work And My Employer Knows That I Was Injured, Why Does The Insurance Company Want To Take My Recorded Statement?

December 22, 2012

A recorded statement is a likely policy of the insurance company. Beware; a recorded statement of how you were injured is not the law. I usually do not allow my clients to give a recorded statement because it may become evidence later in the case. Have you recently been injured at work and are having [...]

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Could I Receive Worker’s Comp. If I Had Not Worked A Full 52 Weeks?

December 9, 2012

If you have not been working for 52 weeks preceding your injury, the employer may have to compare your earnings to another co-worker who has worked 52 weeks in order to figure out your workers comp benefits in Tennessee. If you or someone you know has recently been injured on the job and has questions [...]

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How Do I Know The Insurance Company Calculated My Benefits Correctly?

November 6, 2012

For disability benefits, the proper compensation is 66 & 2/3% of your average weekly wage based upon a work history of 52 weeks. Have you recently begun to receive disability benefits and are concerned that you may not be receiving just compensation? If so, contact Personal Injury Lawyer Kim Thompson at 615-832-2335 for answers to [...]

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What Is The Difference Between TPD And TTD?

October 23, 2012

TPD stands for temporary partial disability, which usually applies when the employer was able to provide you with some modified job that suits your current disability status. However, because you are no longer working your full job, you will likely earn less compensation while working the modified position. TTD stands for temporary total disability, which [...]

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How Long Can I Draw My Disability Benefits?

October 9, 2012

Generally, you can draw up to 400 weeks for workers compensation disability payments in Tennessee. However, there are some exceptions. Are you a worker in Tennessee and concerned about exceptions to your disability benefits? If so, contact the Law Office of Kim Thompson at 615-832-2335. We can help ensure that you receive the benefits you’re [...]

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