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Recognizing the Signs of Day Care Negligence and Child Abuse

Every parent’s worst nightmare is that the people who they entrust with the care of their child end up causing their child harm. However, it seems like the news is filled with cases of child abuse in day care facilities. While you may not think of a day care as a place where a child… read more

What the New Tennessee Laws Say About Using Your Cellphone While Driving

Distracted driving is dangerous driving. Over the last ten years, we have seen a rise in the number of distracted driving incidents. Much of this coincides with the rise of the popularity of smartphones. States and local municipalities have struggled to keep up with laws relating to distracted driving. However, there have been changes to… read more

How to Get Out of a Car When Trapped

Getting trapped in a vehicle is a scary ordeal. If we are being honest, most people only think of being trapped in a vehicle when they see situations on TV – maybe a dramatic kidnapping on a show or a vehicle being submerged after a storm. There are many ways that a person could find… read more

How to Reduce Risk of Lyme Disease

Many people spend time outdoors year-round. However, those who are spending the most time outside are also the ones most at risk of contracting Lyme disease. Lyme disease is spread by tick bites, specifically through the bite of the blacklegged (deer) tick. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that there are approximately 300,000 new… read more

How Are Damages Assessed in Catastrophic Injury Cases?

Victims of medical malpractice, car accidents in Nashville, defective products, or other personal injury cases often suffer from catastrophic injuries. A catastrophic injury is on that is so serious that it will not get better over time and will dramatically affect a victim’s life. A catastrophic injury can be: Spine or spinal cord injuries Traumatic… read more

Does TN have Caps on Medical Liability Damages?

Medical mistakes happen more often than most people realize. When someone is harmed due to the careless or negligent actions of a healthcare provider or agency, they should be able to file a lawsuit to recover what they have lost. However, these cases can become incredibly complex, and there are caps on how much a… read more

How Do Parked Trucks Cause Accidents?

When you hear about accidents involving large commercial trucks (eighteen-wheelers), you probably think of collisions that occur while the truck is moving. However, what many people may not realize is that serious accidents can occur when a large truck is parked near moving traffic. When we look at the overall large truck accident statistics provided… read more

Can you Sue for Emotional Distress Damages in Tennessee?

After a major accident, the injuries that are most visible typically get the most attention. We are talking about traumatic injuries such as lacerations, broken bones, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and more. Not only do these injuries require immediate medical care, but a crash victim often must undergo long periods of rehabilitation in order… read more

What You Need to Know About Semi Truck Blind Spots

There are plenty of large commercial trucks on the roadways of Tennessee. It can be intimidating to drive near these vehicles. One of the most important things you can do to avoid a crash with a large truck is to avoid their blind spots. However, that is easier said than done. Today, we want to… read more

What is a Safe Driving Distance?

One of the most common types of car accidents is a rear-end collision. There are various reasons that these crashes occur, but one of the main ones is drivers following other vehicles too closely. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that nearly one-third of all collisions in the United States are rear-end collisions,… read more