Month: December 2022
More workers speak out about asbestos exposure
As we discussed in a previous blog post, workers continue to speak out about the risk of asbestos exposure in the workplace. While some of these workers are reporting exposure they faced in decades past, others still face the risk of exposure nowadays as well. Asbestos is not a risk of the past As ProPublica
Investigations to continue on contaminated water on military bases
Throughout U.S. history, military service members have put their lives on the line to serve their country. However, these same service members should not have to unnecessarily or unknowingly put their health at risk – especially with life on a military base. Yet, that is exactly what happened on some bases across the country. The
Should our school buses have seat belts?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), students are safe enough on large school buses (over 10,000 pounds) even when seat belts aren’t required, as is the case in Tennessee. According to the agency, a child is around 70 times more likely to get to school without a crash when riding a large
Supreme Court hears case on fraud in government contracting
Facing fraud charges in Tennessee is no small matter. It can put one’s reputation and future on the line. Anyone dealing with the risk of fraud charges should make sure they take steps to protect their rights. However, it is also critical to understand the potential changes in how courts prove fraud. First, what is