Car accidents
Protecting the Rights of Injured Children: Navigating Personal Injury Cases with Tennessee Code Annotated Section 29-34-105
Posted in Car accidents,Personal Injury on April 4, 2023
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
Can You Sue An Uninsured Driver?
Posted in Car accidents on February 22, 2023
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?
Posted in Car accidents on February 22, 2023
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
Posted in Car accidents,Personal Injury on February 22, 2023
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?
Posted in Car accidents on February 21, 2023
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
Tennessee Car Seat Laws
Posted in Car accidents on February 21, 2023
If you operate a vehicle in Tennessee and have younger children on board, then you need to understand the car seat laws for this state. The safety of your children is of the utmost importance, and this is reflected by the laws put in place by the state legislature. Here, we want to review car… read more
What To Do If Your Airbags Fail To Deploy
Posted in Car accidents on February 19, 2023
We depend on our airbags to work correctly so that they can prevent injuries in the event an accident occurs. Unfortunately, there are times when airbags are defective and fail to deploy. Here, we want to review the steps you can take if the airbags in your vehicle fail to deploy when an accident occurs…. read more
What To Do After A Hit-And-Run Accident In Tennessee
Posted in Car accidents on October 26, 2022
If you or somebody you care about has been injured or sustained property damage due to a hit-and-run accident, there are various steps that you can take to help ensure your well-being and that you recover any compensation you may be entitled to. Here, we want to review these steps, but we also encourage you… read more
If My Uber Driver Gets in an Accident, Who Will Pay For My Injuries?
Posted in Car accidents on September 30, 2022
Rideshare services such as Uber have become incredibly popular, and they are household names at this point. Most people do not think twice about clicking a few buttons on their phones to order a ride to get to and from their destinations. However, what happens if your Uber driver gets into a vehicle accident? Who… read more
Who Is at Fault in a Lane-Change Accident?
Posted in Car accidents on September 26, 2022
Operating a motor vehicle can be tricky, particularly when it comes to changing lanes. When individuals need to change lanes, they must follow certain procedures and steps in order to do so safely. However, accidents do occur as a result of lane changes, but who will be at fault for these incidents? When working to… read more