If you get into a car accident, it's important to know if you live in an at-fault state or a no-fault state. Tennessee is an at-fault state, so the person who caused the accident will have to pay for the damages. However, the situation could change if a judge...
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Options for compensation after a truck accident
Tennessee motorists understand that commercial trucks are ubiquitous on both highways and smaller roads. In fact, a driver is likely to encounter a semi-truck or tractor at some point during their commute. Understandably, drivers are extra cautious when navigating...
What to know about premises liability laws
Property owners are generally required to take reasonable steps to protect visitors from harm. For instance, a Tennessee business owner must generally ensure that a parking lot or sidewalk is free from ice or cracks. In some cases, you may be liable for any injuries...
Unique factors that can affect a truck accident injury claim
Trucking companies are well-known for vigorously defending accidents involving their rolling stock, and they often defend their drivers as well. Even when the truck is leased from an owner-operator, the drivers are still company employees. And, this is not to mention...
Can car safety technology reduce accidents?
Car buyers in Tennessee place more importance of some features over others when shopping for a vehicle. Performance and design rank high with some consumers, but others seek a vehicle with exceptional safety features. Lane drift alerts, cross-traffic alerts, airbags,...
GHSA estimates a 60% jump in pedestrian deaths from 2009 to 2019
Perhaps you were in a pedestrian accident in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, and you suffered catastrophic injuries. The nation's roads are becoming more and more dangerous, even deadly, for pedestrians. The number of pedestrian fatalities has, in fact, been consistently...
Drowsy driving is a common cause of motor vehicle accidents
There are many dangers on the Tennessee roads that can cause motor vehicle accidents. While drunk driving, recklessness, distracted driving and speeding are common causes of crashes, drowsy driving is also a problem. Understanding the facts about drowsy driving can be...
Employees shouldn’t get berated by their coworkers
Employees deserve a work environment that's free from hostility and harassment. Sadly, workplace bullying is commonplace, especially in the manufacturing industry, where shop floor talk can quickly go from light teasing to outright harassment. While manufacturing...
Are in-car features leading to more car accidents?
No matter what time of day a person is on the road or how long he or she is traveling, it is likely that person will be sharing the road with a distracted driver. Distraction is a widespread safety problem in Tennessee and beyond, with cellphones being the main reason...
Adhering to traffic laws can prevent car accidents
Possessing a driver's license is considered a privilege, not a right. Part of the responsibility of enjoying that privilege is an obligation to observe the traffic laws of the state. The laws in this state exist to help protect the lives of all...