When you think of the likely types of injuries you could sustain as the result of a car crash, what comes to your mind? Broken bones? Whiplash? Cuts, scrapes and bruises? While it is true that a car crash can produce all of these types of injuries, unfortunately, you...
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Tennessee car accident statistics: What to know
Unfortunately, car accidents happen every day, and at some point in their lives, most people experience a collision. When you sustain injuries due to a motor vehicle crash, you need to know your rights. Tennessee car accident statistics Understanding the data...
Are these signs of post-traumatic stress disorder?
After getting into a crash, you will likely have seen a doctor to ensure that you have no lingering physical injury or effects from it. But what happens when it comes to the potential mental impact of a crash? Even if you physically feel fine after a crash, you can...
Driver errors and negligence lead to serious car accidents
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...
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...
