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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

AAA Opposes Proposed Bill Relaxing Helmet Requirements for Motorcyclists

Motorcycle accidents can be deadly or life-altering. Wearing a helmet can greatly reduce the risk of head injuries and fatalities in such crashes.  News Channel 5 reports that Tennessee lawmakers are trying to pass a bill that would allow certain motorcyclists to ride without helmets.  AAA, a prominent supporter of traffic safety, opposes this proposal…. read more

Can You Sue An Uninsured Driver?

According to data available from the Insurance Information Institute, we can see that Tennessee is ranked third for the most uninsured drivers in the country, with approximately 23.7% of all drivers operating without insurance period this is a major problem for Tennessee drivers. Recovering compensation after being involved in an uninsured driving accident is challenging,… read more

Can A Mechanic Be Responsible For Your Car Accident? 

We depend on our vehicles, and we depend on them running correctly. Unfortunately, there are times when vehicles break down. When we bring our vehicle to a mechanic, we trust that they will fix the problem appropriately. Unfortunately, there may be times when a mechanic makes a mistake or fails to address the issue adequately…. read more

Tennessee Lawmakers Propose New Distracted Driver Law

Tennessee lawmakers have introduced new legislation to combat distracted driving, a growing problem in Tennessee. In fact, Tennessee has the highest rate of distracted driving deaths in the nation, nearly five times the national average. Our lawmakers are starting to take notice. Tennessee state senator Mark Pody and state representative Clark Boyd filed a bill… read more

Which Vehicle Headlights Are Illegal in Tennessee?

The state of Tennessee requires all vehicles to have working headlights, per Tennessee Codes Title 55, Motor and Other Vehicles. Drivers can certainly be pulled over and ticketed for not having operating headlights, but what types of headlights are illegal in Tennessee? It is important to understand these laws because there are many retailers, both… read more