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How do I Know if I Have Whiplash?

One of the most common injuries that result from a car accident is whiplash. However, many people do not fully understand what whiplash is or how devastating it can be. Today, we want to give an overview of what whiplash is as well as what you need to do in the aftermath of a car… read more

Summer Safety Tips

Summertime is a fun time for everyone. As schools let out, it is good to go ahead and plan for having a safe summer. Today, we want to focus on some of the top safety issues we see here in Tennessee and discuss ways to keep you and your kids safe. Protect yourself in the… read more

Independence Day Safety Tips

Whether you’re celebrating America’s Independence by celebrating with family and friends, grilling out, or getting out of town, making safety first priority is the best way to avoid accidents and losses from ruining your holiday. Don’t think safety is a necessity for this independence holiday? Consider a few statistics compiled by WalletHub and NFPA: •            … read more

Advice for Disability Applicants: Follow Your Doctor’s Orders

The Social Security law defines disability as the inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity (work for pay) due to a medically determinable physical or mental impairment which lasts for 12 continuous months or more. There must be documented medical proof of the condition and the condition must be so severe that you cannot… read more

What are the Top Causes of Boating Accidents?

Millions of people use boats for both recreation and business each day in the US. When the weather starts to warm up each year, you can count on thousands of people across Tennessee getting out and enjoying some time on the water. We hear about severe boating accidents on the news, but they are actually… read more

Get Ready Tennessee…. We’re Going Hands Free July 1

Beginning July 1, it’s illegal for Tennesseans to hold their cell phones while driving a vehicle. Beginning today, T.C.A. 55-8-199 has been amended and it affects every driver in the state. It is now illegal to operate a motor vehicle while holding or supporting a cellphone or mobile device with any part of his/her body…. read more

Is There a Higher Chance for Electric Shock Injury in the Spring?

Electric shock can produce mild to severe injuries, depending on how an individual receives the electricity and its voltage. Though we all know that electric shock is dangerous, it isn’t always predictable enough to prevent. This is the case with instances of shock in the workplace and other locations that one would typically assume to… read more

How Do I Obtain the Police Report for My Car Accident in TN?

After a car accident, some drivers might want to request a copy of their police report. A police report is the documentation an officer fills out while responding to your call. Typically, the report contains details surrounding your collision, including information on all individuals involved. Police reports are unique because they also give you and… read more

What Is Forced Arbitration?

Ideally, as responsible consumers, we all read important documents we receive before signing them. Realistically, many of us simply scan, while others navigate their attention straight to the signature like. Even in the technological context, how many consumers actually read all of the terms and agreements associated with our services before accepting them? This is… read more

Why Don’t School Buses Have Seatbelts?

Many people remember – though never questioned as children – the lack of seatbelts in school buses. Though as children we might have reveled in the freedom of being able to switch seats while the bus driver wasn’t looking, as adults we might look back and wonder why this was allowed. Why have school buses… read more