Car Accidents

Driving near tractor trailers in Tennessee can involve unexpected risks. Many drivers may not realize how large a truck’s blind spots can be. Understanding these areas could help you anticipate potential hazards and reduce the likelihood of accidents. What are tractor...

When a car accident happens, insurance companies and courts review evidence to determine which driver is at fault for the collision. Fault plays an important part in a car accident case. A party who is at fault for a car accident may be responsible for the injured...

You are driving home on a quiet Tennessee road when suddenly, a shadow darts into your headlights. You slam the brakes, but it's too late. The sickening thud confirms your worst fear. You've hit an animal.  Now, as you survey the damage to your vehicle, a pressing...

It should come as no surprise that speeding is the primary cause of fatal vehicle collisions. How fast the vehicles involved are going can be a significant factor in the severity of the injuries that occur.  That’s why law enforcement agencies and safety advocates...

Tailgating is dangerous and typically prohibited. Drivers are always required to maintain a safe following distance. Failing to do so can result in a rear-end accident, and a driver who is tailgating would then be responsible. However, you have probably experienced...

Any car accident has the capacity to leave you shaken, injured and unsure what to do next – and that’s doubly true when the other driver suddenly speeds away.  The moments after a hit-and-run collision are stressful, to be sure, but the next steps you take can...

Everyone gets a little older with each passing day. However young you feel, there will come a time when your body and perhaps your mind are not as capable of some things as they once were. One of the most significant of these is driving. Continuing to drive for too...

Using services like Uber and Lyft can make travel more convenient. However, accidents that involve these vehicles often create complicated legal issues because multiple parties may share faults. Also, the insurance coverage can shift depending on what the driver was...

Negligence is the most important aspect of most personal injury cases. Negligence refers to a failure to act with reasonable care. If a person is injured due to another party's carelessness or negligence, it may form the basis of their claim. Understanding negligence...

Dashcams used to be novelty items — but that has changed drastically. In 2022, more than 3.7 billion dashcams were sold, and even more came pre-installed in high-end vehicles.  Dashcams are small, personal electronics that record footage while a vehicle is in motion....