Amends Tennessee workers' compensation laws regarding notice requirements, judge terms, and penalties.
This bill amends Tennessee workers' compensation laws by requiring injured employees or their representatives to notify employers within fifteen days of a work-related injury. It mandates that the notice include specific details about the injury and the accident. The bill also changes the term lengths and age requirements for workers' compensation appeals board judges. Additionally, it allows presiding judges to permit parties to present uncertified issues and authorizes judges to impose fines for contempt. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.
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