All drivers on the road have a duty to follow traffic laws and drive as safely as possible. They must be aware of the other vehicles around them as well as any pedestrians they might encounter. All too often, driver errors and neglect lead to crashes that can result...
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Police: No one was in driver’s seat in fiery, fatal Tesla crash
The promise of self-driving automobiles is enormous. Proponents of autonomous vehicle technology say it will reduce our nation's reliance on fossil fuels, ease traffic congestion and virtually eliminate motor vehicle crashes, injuries and fatalities. The importance...
Woman critically hurt, child injured in DUI auto accident
The roads in Knoxville and throughout Tennessee can be dangerous even if drivers are cautious and maintain all the rules for safety. With the possible risks seemingly amplifying, the number of ways in which collisions can occur are a problem. This includes worsening...
In a crash, just a few miles per hour can make a deadly difference
Over the past 25 years or so, highway speed limits have gone up in most states, including Tennessee. We once had a nationwide speed limit of 55 mph, but now the interstate speed limit in Tennessee is 70 mph. Some states have 80 mph limits or even higher. A new study...
Filing a negligence claim following your car accident
When an accident occurs between two vehicles, one or both parties may have operated their vehicles negligently. Even if you are partially responsible for your motor vehicle accident, you may still be able to recover damages for any accident-related injuries and...
Can a TBI affect your memory?
Tennessee residents like you may have a long road to recovery after a crash. This is particularly true if you end up with a head injury. Injuries to the brain often come with extensive, far reaching consequences that impact other areas of your life. For example,...
Can new safety features prevent all car accidents?
The automobile industry is constantly coming up with new safety features that will hopefully reduce car crashes or keep occupants safe in the event a crash happens. While seat belts, mirrors and crumple zones are common safety features that all modern automobiles are...
Self-driving cars not likely to be common any time soon
It seems like news reports have been talking about self-driving cars for years now. More and more, we hear about companies like GM and Tesla test-driving prototypes on streets and highways. When will these robot vehicles be for sale at Knoxville-area dealerships? Not...
Poll: 3 out of 4 Americans say driverless cars “not ready”
The future of traffic looks safe and economical, say those who are working on driverless car development. When autonomous vehicles are perfected and in use across the nation, we should see motor vehicle crashes, injuries and fatalities plummet. In addition, driverless...
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...
