Category Archives: Personal Injury
Tennessee Dog Owners: 3 Important Laws to Know
If you are a dog owner in Tennessee, there are three important laws to be aware of: the “One Bite” Rule, Dangerous Dog Laws, and the Running at Large Statutes. “One Bite” Rule Under Tennessee’s “one bite” rule, dog owners can be liable for a dog bite injury if they knew or should have… Read More »
Dangerous Products You May Have at Home
As a consumer, you expect the products you purchase online or at a retail store to be safe for use in your home, but unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Many products get recalled because they are defective and have the potential to cause serious injury or even death. Types of Product Defects Three… Read More »
Tennessee is an At-Fault State: What Does That Mean?
Tennessee is an at-fault state when it comes to car accident claims, which means the driver responsible for causing a crash or their insurer must pay for damages. However, under the state’s “modified comparative fault” system, every party involved in an accident is assigned a percentage of fault, and their degree of liability will… Read More »
Who is Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident in Tennessee?
Property owners in Tennessee have an obligation to keep visitors reasonably safe from harm. If you are injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, you might be able to sue if you believe a dangerous condition on the premises was responsible for your fall. However, determining who is liable for… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Semi-Truck Blind Spots
Due to their size, semi-trucks have many blind spots that are significantly larger than passenger vehicles. Also referred to as “No Zones,” these blind spots extend to the front, back, and both sides of the truck. As a result, truck drivers and other road users must take great care to avoid a blind spot… Read More »
3 Common Causes of Vehicular Accidents During Commutes
Commuting to work is a necessary part of life for many. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that in 2019 the average person had a one-way commute time of 27.6 minutes, almost half an hour. Like other drivers, commuters are vulnerable to vehicular accidents. There are many reasons individuals may find themselves involved in a… Read More »
Why Nashville Had Fewer Drivers But More Car Accidents in 2020
If there are fewer drivers on the road, you might think that would mean there would also be fewer collisions and cases of reckless driving. However, that is not always the case. In 2020, Nashville’s number of roadway fatalities increased to 289 from 277 in 2019, despite a decrease in vehicles on the road…. Read More »