The Appeals Board will hear four sets of arguments on February 7, 2024. First up will be video-conference arguments in Thomas v. Duracell-Cleveland. The trial judge granted the employee’s request to involuntarily dismiss her case without prejudice over the employer’s objections. The employer appealed, arguing that both parties had filed petitions for benefit determination, and … Continue reading Appeals Board to Hear Arguments on February 7
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Oral Arguments Announced for October
The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board recently set cases for live oral argument in Knoxville next week, and a virtual oral argument later in the month. Interestingly, the cases represent a wide variety of procedural postures. On October 5, the Board will start by considering an order granting a motion to exclude in Taylor v. Coca … Continue reading Oral Arguments Announced for October
No settlement approvals in Memphis on August 23
Judge Marion will be a national judicial conference. However, approvals in Memphis will take place both the day before and after as usual. Thanks for your flexibility. Photo by Judge Amber Luttrell, Jackson.
Virtual Oral Arguments Announced
The Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board will hold oral arguments by videoconference in two cases on June 26. An “alleged insurer” is asking the Board to decide if a trial court has jurisdiction to decide a coverage dispute in Glenn v. Jameson Industries, LLC. Then, in Bragg v. Premium Services, LLC, the issue is whether … Continue reading Virtual Oral Arguments Announced
Oral Arguments Announced
The Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board will hold in-person oral arguments in two cases on June 8. First, the Board will consider the definition of “reasonable and necessary” medical bills, and if the trial court erred by excluding bills at a compensation hearing, in Lentz v. Coca-Cola Consolidated. (Read this order, too.) Second, in Semich … Continue reading Oral Arguments Announced
Appeals Board Sets Arguments During Conference
The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board will hear arguments during the Bureau’s upcoming educational conference. The case, Martinez v. ACG Roofing, Inc., involves an insurance coverage dispute and multiple alleged employers. The trial judge denied a motion for summary judgment brought by one of the carriers, Assigned Technology Risk, finding questions of material fact. Assigned Technology … Continue reading Appeals Board Sets Arguments During Conference
“I’m Parking in Memphis”?
Most of you may be used to "walking" in Memphis. And that's great! Because we have a little bit of bad news that might lead to a little more walking (and less parking) in Memphis. We were notified yesterday afternoon by the property managers of One Commerce Square that only those with monthly parking passes … Continue reading “I’m Parking in Memphis”?
Oral Arguments Set for Late February
On February 22, the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board will hold oral arguments in two cases. First, in Nelson v. QVS, the employee alleged an injury while working for the corporation he owns, and which employs him. The business’s carrier has denied the claim. The employee filed a motion that the carrier provide separate counsel to … Continue reading Oral Arguments Set for Late February
Reminders
The Bureau will be closed on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. (Although TNComp is available 24/7/365.) Also, settlement approvals will proceed in Nashville on January 25, but nowhere else statewide. And no settlement approvals will take place on January 26 or 27 statewide due to a judicial conference. "Hate cannot drive … Continue reading Reminders
ALERT: WATER MAIN BREAK CAUSES MEMPHIS OFFICE CLOSURE
Settlement approvals will be held by phone this week only. Due to inclement weather, the City of Memphis has experienced several water main breaks. The breaks have left the Memphis office of the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation uninhabitable until the low water pressure can be fixed. Staff will be working remotely. Therefore, for this week … Continue reading ALERT: WATER MAIN BREAK CAUSES MEMPHIS OFFICE CLOSURE
Oral Arguments Returning to Belmont Law
The very first arguments for the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board took place at Belmont University College of Law in Nashville in 2016. The Board will return there on January 27, 2023, for another set of arguments. First up will be Acevedo v. Crown Paving. Surviving dependents filed a claim after the worker incurred over … Continue reading Oral Arguments Returning to Belmont Law
In-Person Oral Arguments Return
Later this week, the Appeals Board will return to in-person oral arguments after a two-year hiatus. During the pandemic, the Board used teleconferencing for arguments. The upcoming arguments will take place on Friday, December 2, at the Supreme Court Building in Nashville. First up will be a pair of cases presenting similar issues, Arlene Ernstes … Continue reading In-Person Oral Arguments Return
State Offices Closed on Friday to Honor Veterans
In addition, here's a list of other upcoming state holidays.
It’s Official! Judge Shaterra Marion is Sworn in
Yesterday afternoon, Chief Judge Kenneth M. Switzer administered the judicial oath to Judge Shaterra Reed Marion, who will sit in the Memphis office of the Tennessee Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims. Her husband, Gerard Marion, held the Bible. Judge Marion’s father, Terrence Reed, helped her don the robe for the very first time. Judge Marion … Continue reading It’s Official! Judge Shaterra Marion is Sworn in
Judge Announced for the Memphis Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims
Administrator Troy Haley has appointed Shaterra Reed Marion as a judge on the Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims, the adjudicative function within the Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. She will be located in the Memphis office. Ms. Marion has practiced law in Tennessee since 2012, primarily in workers’ compensation and insurance defense. She has been Field … Continue reading Judge Announced for the Memphis Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims
Abbie Hudgens Inducted into NAWCJ Hall of Fame
By Judge Audrey Headrick, Chattanooga In 2011, Governor Bill Haslam appointed Abbie Hudgens as Administrator of the Division, now Bureau, of Workers’ Compensation. Among her many accomplishments, Abbie led the Bureau through the 2013 Workers’ Compensation Reform Act. The Reform Act created the Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims. Abbie ultimately appointed twelve workers’ compensation judges. … Continue reading Abbie Hudgens Inducted into NAWCJ Hall of Fame
Former U.S. Attorney General to Speak at Annual Conference
Attorneys, the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation is offering three presentations to satisfy your annual continuing education requirements on legal ethics at the Annual Educational Conference. This year, the conference will take place Monday, August 15, through Wednesday, August 17, at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in Murfreesboro. We’re offering a one-hour ethics presentation on each … Continue reading Former U.S. Attorney General to Speak at Annual Conference
No Settlement Approvals Statewide July 20-22
The judges will be at a judicial conference. Thanks. Shelby Park, Nashville.
Judge Seymour to Retire; Applicants Sought for Memphis Judgeship
Judge Deana Seymour Memphis Judge Deana Seymour has announced her retirement. She will step down on Sept. 1. Look for another article about her career accomplishments and contributions to the Court in the very near future. In the meantime, the State of Tennessee and Bureau of Workers’ Compensation are requesting interested and qualified attorneys to … Continue reading Judge Seymour to Retire; Applicants Sought for Memphis Judgeship
Gov. Lee Announces Key Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Appointments
Abbie Hudgens stepping down; Troy Haley will lead Friday, July 01, 2022 | 04:33pm NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced he will appoint Troy Haley to serve as Administrator of the Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation within the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, effective September 1. Lee also named key appointments to the Workers’ … Continue reading Gov. Lee Announces Key Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Appointments
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