Panel backs narrow fix to allow trial courts to award attorney fees in early workers'comp hearings Committee members and witnesses described SB 2273 as a limited change restoring trial courts' authority to award attorney fees when employers unreasonably deny or delay benefits; witnesses said the change would increase access to counsel for injured workers; the committee adopted an amendment and advanced the bill to the calendar.

A new bill could empower Tennessee trial courts to award attorney fees in workers' compensation cases, ensuring injured workers get the representation they deserve!

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Tennessee Senate enacts changes to workers' compensation advisory council structure Tennessee General Assembly amends workers' compensation advisory council provisions and related statutes.

Tennessee's new bill could revolutionize workers' compensation by streamlining the advisory council, but will it protect worker rights?

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Tennessee General Assembly amends workers' compensation advisory council provisions Tennessee law modifies structure of workers' compensation advisory council for improved governance.

A pivotal shift in Tennessee's workers' compensation landscape could redefine employee rights and workplace safety with the introduction of House Bill 228.

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