Workers' Compensation Defense

Tennessee Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

The Nashville, Tennessee, law firm of Stewart, Estes & Donnell, PLC, represents employers and their insureds in workers' compensation defense matters. When an employee is hurt or killed on the job, the only claim he may have by law is a workers' compensation claim. (In some cases, third party liability issues also arise regarding equipment and other factors outside of the employment context.)

Representing Insurers and Employers in Work-Related Injury Claims

We represent a large number of insurers and employers throughout Tennessee in work-related injury claims. These claims involve both physical (such as back, knee and leg) and psychological (stress) injuries resulting in alleged permanent disability to the worker.

Our Experience in Workers' Compensation Defense and Informed Venue Selection

Unlike other defense litigation areas, workers’ compensation claims can be initiated by either the employee or the employer in Tennessee. There is often more than one choice as to which venue will hear a case. Because of our experience in workers’ compensation defense, we can advise you of your available venue option(s) and the most appropriate venue.

Cost-Effectiveness or Aggressiveness in Workers' Comp Defense

Additionally, we take great care to determine the needs and goals of our clients. We work with our clients to determine the appropriate manner of dispute resolution. If budget restraint is an issue and/or liability exposure is high, we have the experience to provide a case evaluation and to follow it up with an appropriate settlement. However, if litigation is called for, we are knowledgeable litigators and trial attorneys who are prepared to aggressively represent our clients’ interests in the courtroom.

Benefit Review Conferences

Tennessee law requires administrative settlement hearings (Benefit Review Conferences) for injuries occurring after January 1, 2005, in workers’ compensation matters. Stewart, Estes & Donnell, PLC has extensive experience in handling these Benefit Review Conferences throughout the State of Tennessee. We have successfully resolved hundreds of workers compensation claims at the settlement conferences.