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Posted in Social Security Disability on May 16, 2018

Property owners in Tennessee owe special duties of care to keep their premises safe for visitors. In general, these duties require landowners to repair known defects, search for hidden hazards, and warn visitors of known dangers on a property. One of the risks a property owner must reasonably prevent is security breaches, such as robberies… read more

Posted in Personal Injury on May 14, 2018

Nashville, Tennessee is a worldwide tourist destination, offering sights and experiences such as live country music, shopping, and celebrity encounters. In 2017, Nashville’s tourism industry broke its record for annual visitors with a whopping 14.5 million people. Unfortunately, not all Nashville vacations end well for tourists. If you or a family member suffers an injury… read more

Posted in Car accidents on May 9, 2018

One of the first questions your insurance company will ask you after a collision is, “Were you and your passengers wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash?” If your answer is no, you might fear that this will interfere with your ability to recover compensation for the accident – even if you weren’t at… read more

Posted in Pedestrian accident on May 7, 2018

In 2017, 1,699 pedestrians in Tennessee experienced traffic collisions (405 in Davidson County alone). A large percentage of these pedestrians were likely children and teenagers, based on statistical trends. Pedestrian accidents are the fifth-leading cause of death for children and teens ages five to 19, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. Why are teenagers so prone… read more

Posted in Personal Injury on April 26, 2018

Serious injuries may always affect a person’s livelihood, but few personal injuries are as challenging as the loss of a limb. These types of injuries affect a person for his or her entire life and physical and psychological complications can follow. Phantom Limb Pain from a Medical Standpoint One of the complications following amputation is… read more

Posted in Personal Injury on April 19, 2018

Safe home births are now possible with today’s modern medicine and the capabilities of healthcare. Nearly 35,000 pregnant Americans decide to deliver their babies at home each year instead of in the hospital. Parents understandably have the right to choose a preferred place to bring their newborn into the world. Reasons a family may decide… read more

Posted in Truck Accidents on April 17, 2018

Large commercial vehicles and trucks create a unique set of risks on Tennessee roadways. Not only are these vehicles big in size, they are also typically heavy loaded semi trucks may weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Because of this, accidents involving trucks often lead to serious damages and injury. Trucks carrying hazardous material pose another… read more

Posted in Car accidents on April 12, 2018

Drivers often find themselves in frustrating situations, whether it be unfavorable traffic conditions or any other factor that can lead to a frazzled state of mind. These conditions can lead to road rage, a form of deliberately aggressive driving used to intimidate or cause damage to another vehicle or driver. Many law enforcement officials consider… read more

Posted in Truck Accidents on April 10, 2018

Most commercial vehicle companies are exploring ways to increase safety, efficiency, and reduce the use of fuels. One of these options is a step closer to autonomous driving called platooning. What Is Truck Platooning? Platooning is a driving process that has camps both for and against it. Before we get into the benefits and dangers,… read more

Posted in Truck Accidents on April 5, 2018

Jackknife accidents occur when a semi-truck or similar commercial motor vehicle’s trailer slides to the side and moves even with the cab somewhat like a jackknife opening. This creates a 90-degree formation of the cab and trailer with the potential for dangerous accidents. Drivers near a truck that has jackknifed often have little or no… read more