Knoxville Personal Injury Law Blog
Causes of rollover accidents
A rollover accident is a very serious situation that often results in fatalities or serious injuries. Vehicles do not have a design intended to provide safety when rolling over onto the roof. Because of this, rollovers are a particularly dangerous type of accident. ...
Do you know the signs of financial abuse in the elderly?
You put your aging mother or father into a Tennessee-based nursing home, hoping to provide your loved one with superior care. While your parent may not suffer physical abuse, that does not rule out other forms of abuse, such as financial. WebMD describes financial...
Highway 10 collision kills two
A good deal of disagreement may exist over exactly how far the responsibility that a driver in Knoxville has to the passengers in their vehicle. Many might argue that when an adult agrees to travel as a passenger in another's vehicle, they accept any risks that may...
Legal options after an accident
After an accident, you may want to move on quickly and not spend a lot of time mulling over what happened. If you had property damage or had to undergo medical treatment, you may be fine with just accepting whatever the insurance company offers you. However, taking...
Drunk driver takes the life of passenger in Covington Pike accident
When people in Tennessee and across the United States choose to drink and drive, they put other peoples’ lives at risk. In 2017 alone, drunk drivers killed more than 10,800 people and injured more than 300,000 in the United States, according to the National Highway...
Recalled food continues to make people sick
Grocers and retailers have a responsibility to keep their shoppers safe, but all too often consumers may be unaware of the risk and use recalled food products. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 48 million people throughout the U.S. suffer...
An average of 68 TN teenagers die yearly from crashes
Susceptibility to peer pressure and vulnerability to distractions make teenagers some of the most dangerous drivers on the road. They are also the most at risk. Every year, dozens of teenagers die because of unsafe driving practices in Tennessee. Sometimes, they are...
How does fault work in a Tennessee auto accident?
Tennessee maintains fault laws for auto accident liability. If the investigation determines that a driver caused the accident, he or she has responsibility for the financial costs such as medical bills and property damage. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious...
How do I obtain a report for my car accident?
In the moments after a car accident, your focus is usually on making sure everyone is okay, seeking medical attention and getting your vehicle to a garage for repairs. However, you also have to deal with law enforcement and your insurance company. This means ensuring...
What to expect when filing an insurance claim after a car crash
Knoxville is teeming with people at all hours. Whether you do most of your road travel during the daytime or overnight, you can bet you will not feel alone out on the roadways. Unfortunately, car accidents happen daily on the roads as well, especially in areas where...
