On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | Oct 12, 2020 | 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...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | Sep 18, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | May 19, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | Jan 28, 2020 | Car Accidents
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...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | Jun 26, 2019 | Car Accidents
Pedestrian deaths are on the rise and the Tennessee community is suffering the reality of it. According to a new report, pedestrian fatalities are at a 28-year high, mostly due to large vehicles and smartphones. When a driver kills a pedestrian, everyone involved in...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | Jun 12, 2019 | Car Accidents, Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents, motor vehicle accidents
Memorial Day weekend is often known as being deadly on Tennessee roads. While the number of deaths may go up and down from year to year, it is a time that is prone to reckless driving, drunk driving, speeding, and crowded roadways. This year two teens died in an...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | Jun 21, 2018 | Car Accidents
Hydroplaning—which happens when water comes between a car’s tires and the road surface, often causing loss of control—is one of the scariest situations a Tennessee driver can face. Not being able to control a sliding car traveling at high speed is...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | May 22, 2018 | Car Accidents
The daily demands of life often get in the way of rest for many Tennesseans. Busy workloads, class deadlines and other important tasks can easily push sleep to the back-burner. While life is short and it is important to make the most of it, sacrificing rest...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | May 2, 2018 | Car Accidents
Most Tennesseans do not think twice about safety before starting a journey on the road; after all, the destination is the ultimate goal. However, forgetting basic driving safety precautions can prove highly dangerous, no matter how short the drive. Recent studies have...
On behalf of Pryor Priest & Harber | May 1, 2018 | Car Accidents
Texting and driving has become such a commonplace term in recent years that many drivers no longer hear its message. As technology continues to blend into the everyday lives of Tennesseans, however, warnings about distracted driving become all the more crucial. As...
