Summer is a favorite season for many Tennessee residents due to the beautiful weather. However, it’s also a time when more risks appear on the roads, increasing the chances of accidents. These are some of the most common summer driving hazards. More traffic With the...
Personal Injury
The start of DST and higher rates of car crashes
The correlation between car crashes and the start of Daylight Saving Time (DST) has been a topic of discussion and research for many years. Studies have shown that switching to DST increases car accidents and other traffic-related incidents in Tennessee and throughout...
When you’ve experienced pain and suffering in a car crash
Pain and suffering is one of the many different types of damages that can be claimed after an automobile accident. These claims commonly arise if you were in an accident caused by someone else in Tennessee and you are the one who has come away injured from the...
What are the most common types of car accident injuries?
Many Tennessee residents don’t think much about car accidents until they are involved in one. A collision can result in a variety of injuries ranging from mild to severe depending on the severity of the impact. These are the most common. Traumatic brain injury Car...
The top 3 mistakes to avoid after an accident in Tennessee
The phrase "anything you say or do will be used against you in the court of law" applies almost everywhere - not only during an arrest. When you get into an accident in Tennessee, your immediate and later actions will all affect your insurance compensation claim and...
Tennessee’s underinsured and uninsured car accident claims
Insurance exists to protect or cover you during accidents. Thus, you expect the insurance company of someone who has hit you to cover your medical bills and property damage. But there are circumstances where that person could be underinsured or completely not covered....
Driver distractions that should always be avoided
Distracted driving has been a central focus for many legislatures such as in Tennessee where new laws have been passed in an effort to reduce auto accidents. Most new legislation in every state has been concerning cellphone usage and texting while driving in...
Who pays for my damages in a car accident?
If you get into a car accident, you need to know how your insurance helps pay for damages. According to Tennessee law, you must carry at least $25,000 for injuries and $15,000 for property damage. However, what if the other driver is at fault for the accident? Does...
Fatal car crashes on the rise in Tennessee
If you were recently injured in a car crash in Tennessee, you're far from alone: The number of accidents on highways in the state of is up from 2020. This is a trend that is causing a great deal of worry across the state. Accidents in are on the rise The Tennessee...
Premises liability and responsibility
Tennessee residents are owed a certain duty when visiting a property. If a person suffers an injury, they have the right to recover compensation. Property owners could be held liable in certain situations. What is premises liability? Premises liability is the...
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