Car accidents

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…

Key Takeaways Tennessee requires headlights that emit only white or amber light. Headlights must be manufacturer-approved and properly aligned to avoid blinding others. Headlights are required from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise. Drivers must use headlights in low visibility conditions regardless of time. Violations can result in Class C misdemeanor charges…

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…

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….

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…

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…

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…