Yearly Archives: 2023
Tennessee’s Whistleblower Laws
Discovering wrongdoing in your workplace is one of the most stressful situations you can be in. Doing the right thing can put more than just your job at risk, and even being aware of illegal activity can make you a target for retaliation. Fortunately, Tennessee law extends rights and protections to protect whistleblowers. You… Read More »
Who Is Liable For a Rideshare Accident?
In our modern world, we are becoming more and more reliant on rideshare apps both for livelihood and to get around. In larger cities like Nashville, it is becoming far easier to call upon a driver to get where you need to go than it is to drive your own car. However, this also… Read More »
What to Do If You Are a Victim of Sexual Harassment at Work
Your place of employment should be considered a safe place for you to work, where you do not feel pressure, discrimination, or abuse, especially sexual harassment. Yet, this type of harassment is, unfortunately, somewhat common. If you are unsure what is happening to you or what to do if you are the victim of… Read More »
What to Expect During a Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit
You fell, suffered significant injuries, and are dealing with the consequences of it. You may have the right to file a lawsuit against those responsible for your accident. At The Law Offices of Christopher Eads, our Mount Juliet slip and fall accident lawyer works closely with our clients to prepare them for the entire… Read More »
Differentiating Between Domestic Violence and Assault
Some of the most volatile relationships in life can consist of those we share with a partner. Life is stressful, and when those frustrations involve harmful actions against persons when intimate relationships are involved, charges of domestic violence or assault can result. Though often used interchangeably, charges of domestic violence and assault differ, and… Read More »
What To Do If You Have Been Wrongfully Terminated
Individuals rely on their work as a means of income to provide for essential needs. Termination from a job can often lead to questions of whether or not the act is wrongful and, if so, what actions can be taken. Certain acts of discrimination leading to termination are unlawful. However, the employee must demonstrate… Read More »
The Different Types of DUI Charges and Penalties
You may be arrested and charged with driving under the influence if caught drunk driving. A driving under the influence (DUI) charge is a serious offense that can affect your life and future for several years. Therefore, if you are pulled over and given a DUI, you must speak with a Tennessee criminal defense attorney as… Read More »
Three Types of Personal Injury Damages
When you file a personal injury lawsuit, you will likely be notified by your personal injury lawyer of the three different types of personal injury damages. These three types of personal injury damages are referred to as general damages, special damages, and punitive damages. It is important to know and understand each of these damages to… Read More »
What are the 4 Elements of a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
A wrongful death lawsuit is a claim against another party that they caused or were otherwise negligent and that led to the death of a person. You may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit if you can show that this negligence occurred, and while it may seem very obvious to you who… Read More »
What to Do After a Hit-And-Run Accident in Tennessee
A hit-and-run accident occurs when a person strikes another or causes an accident and then flees without providing information to the victim. This is devastating when it occurs, almost like a second level of infliction of suffering after the initial accident. Yet, you have rights in many situations. If you know what to do… Read More »