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Pros and Cons Of Settling a Case vs. Pursuing Litigation

When a person sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual or entity, they will likely take steps to recover compensation for their losses. For most injury cases, compensation will come through some form of settlement from an insurance carrier or at-fault party. However, sometimes, a personal injury lawsuit gets… read more

Types Of Damages Available After a Truck Accident

Accidents involving larger commercial trucks often result in significant injuries and property damage expenses. When these incidents occur due to the careless or negligent actions of another party, victims should be able to recover various types of compensation for their losses. Here, we want to examine the various types of compensation typically available in these… read more

Understanding Federal and State Trucking Regulations: A Guide for Truck Drivers and Carriers

Commercial vehicles are regulated at both the state and federal levels. For commercial trucks that operate across state borders (interstate), federal regulations typically override state regulations, though Tennessee and federal regulations are fairly closely aligned. Trucks that operate only within Tennessee State borders (intrastate) must abide by Tennessee commercial truck regulations. Federal Commercial Trucking Regulations… read more

The Importance of Truck Driver Training and Certification: How it Can Prevent Accidents on the Road

Commercial truck drivers are the lifeblood not only of Tennessee but also of the entire country. Commercial truck drivers help ensure that our residents and visitors have the goods and supplies they need on a daily basis. Here, we want to examine truck driver training and certification, in particular looking at the minimum requirements required… read more

Protecting the Rights of Injured Children: Navigating Personal Injury Cases with Tennessee Code Annotated Section 29-34-105

As personal injury attorneys, we find that cases involving injured children are some of the most emotional and challenging to handle. It takes specialized knowledge and experience to navigate these cases effectively, particularly when negotiating settlements to secure the child’s future needs. Fortunately, Tennessee Code Annotated section 29-34-105 provides protections for injured children and ensures… read more

Understanding the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Negligent Homicide

When an individual loses their life due to the negligent actions of someone else, there may be a few types of cases that arise. Typically, we see Nashville wrongful death claims and negligent homicide claims arise in these circumstances, but these are two completely separate types of legal actions. Here, we want to review the… read more

The Psychological Effects of Wrongful Death on First Responders and Emergency Personnel

Individuals lose their lives due to natural or expected causes regularly. First responders and emergency personnel are used to handling the loss of life on a regular basis. However, when individuals lose their lives due to the careless or negligent actions of others, prompting a wrongful death case, the stakes are different. These are deaths… read more

Wrongful Death and Corporate Liability: Holding Companies Accountable for Their Actions

Wrongful death claims arise in many different ways, including the negligent or intentional actions of companies. However, is it possible to hold companies accountable for their negligent actions? Here, we want to discuss corporate liability and wrongful death claims in Tennessee. It is crucial for individuals to understand their options moving forward with wrongful death… read more

The Role of Expert Witnesses in Wrongful Death Cases

Wrongful death claims can become incredibly complicated, and there are times when various issues arise that require explanations from expert witnesses. It is important to understand the role of expert witnesses in wrongful death claims, particularly if you thank you may be a party to a lawsuit. What is an Expert Witness? An expert witness… read more

The Role of Social Media in Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Social media has permeated almost every facet of our lives, including legal claims. If you are currently a party to a wrongful death claim in Tennessee, there are certain things that you need to be aware of when it comes to posting on social media. Anything put online could be used by insurance carriers or… read more