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How Long Does a Pedestrian Accident Case Take?
Posted in Pedestrian accident,Personal Injury on November 8, 2021
If you or somebody you care about has sustained an injury in a pedestrian accident caused by the actions of another driver, you should be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, pedestrian accident claims in Tennessee can take time to reach a conclusion. Here, our pedestrian accident lawyers discuss the various factors that… read more
Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right of Way in Tennessee?
Posted in Pedestrian accident,Personal Injury on November 2, 2021
Pedestrians are considered vulnerable roadway users. This means that they have very little protection from the force of a vehicle, and they often sustain severe injuries in the event an accident occurs. It is crucial for both pedestrians and drivers to understand the right of way laws. Do pedestrians always have the right of way?… read more
What’s the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice?
Posted in Workers' compensation on October 28, 2021
Tragedies occur regularly throughout Tennessee. It is not uncommon for the careless or negligent actions of others to cause severe injuries or even fatalities. We are often asked the difference between wrongful death claims and medical malpractice lawsuits. Here, we want to discuss these two legal actions. We examine how medical malpractice claims arise and… read more
What Damages are Available in a Tennessee Wrongful Death Case?
Posted in Wrongful death on October 25, 2021
Nobody should ever have to worry about how to handle the untimely death of a loved one. However, there are times when the careless or negligent actions of others lead to tragedy for families in Tennessee. Wrongful death laws allow families of those who lose their life due to the actions of others to file… read more
How to Prove Fault in a Tennessee Wrongful Death Claim
Posted in Wrongful death on October 20, 2021
Losing a loved one is a tragedy, especially if the careless or negligent actions of someone else caused their death. In Tennessee, certain family members are allowed to file wrongful death lawsuits in order to recover compensation from the liable party in these situations. However, proving that another individual or entity caused the death is… read more
Does Insurance Cover Wrongful Death?
Posted in Wrongful death on October 15, 2021
If you lose a loved one as a result of the careless or negligent actions of someone else, you should be able to recover compensation. In many cases, a death claim will be resolved through an insurance settlement, but that is not always how this works. Depending on the situation, insurance settlement policies may not… read more
Bicycle Hit and Run Accident: What Should You Do?
Posted in Bicycle accidents on October 8, 2021
A bicyclist should never have to worry about being struck by another vehicle. However, we know that the negligent actions of drivers can lead to severe injuries in the event a collision with a bicycle occurs. But what happens if a driver hits a bicyclist and then flees the scene? Here, we will discuss the… read more
Tennessee Road Debris: Who is Responsible When It Results in Injuries?
Posted in Bicycle accidents on October 1, 2021
Bicycling is fun, but it can be dangerous. When most people think of bicycle accidents in Tennessee, they think of crashes involving a bike and a vehicle. However, bicyclists can also crash and sustain injuries due to debris on the roadway. Here, our Nashville bicycle accident lawyers talk about whether or not a bicyclist can… read more
What’s the Real Cost of a Spinal Cord Injury?
Posted in Personal Injury,Spinal Cord Injury on September 24, 2021
Spinal cord injuries can be devastating. They can lead to significant short- or long-term disabilities that completely affect a person’s life. Calculating the total costs of a spinal cord injury can be challenging; most people simply think of the medical bills associated with an injury, which can be tremendous. However, there are many other losses… read more
What Percent of Bicycle Accidents in Tennessee Involve an Automobile?
Posted in Bicycle accidents,Personal Injury on September 8, 2021
There are plenty of residents and visitors throughout Tennessee who enjoy riding bicycles. Whether a person is an occasional recreational rider or someone who uses their bicycle as their day-to-day transportation, they have to be mindful of safety. The reality is that bicycle accidents do occur, and they are often caused by the careless or… read more