Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Tennessee
- posted: Sep. 28, 2017
- Personal Injury
The state of Tennessee defines wrongful death as any fatality caused by “injuries received from another” or by “the wrongful omission, or killing by another.” The state treats this type Read More
How to File for Social Security Disability
- posted: Aug. 28, 2017
- Social Security Disability
The first step to securing Social Security disability benefits in Tennessee is preparing and filing your application. You may file via phone or in person at your local Social Security Read More
The Statute of Limitations for Filing an Accident Lawsuit in Tennessee
- posted: Jul. 28, 2017
- Personal Injury
Tennessee, like every other state in the nation, has a limit on the amount of time in which you can file a lawsuit against a responsible party after you suffer Read More
When Can a Tennessee Plaintiff Get Punitive Damages in a Personal Injury Case?
- posted: Jun. 15, 2017
- Personal Injury
When Can a Tennessee Plaintiff Get Punitive Damages in a Personal Injury Case? There are several categories of damages an injured plaintiff can claim in a lawsuit. Special damages refer to Read More
What Are the Rules for Truck Drivers Taking Opioid Pain Killers?
- posted: May 15, 2017
- Truck Accidents
What Are the Rules for Truck Drivers Taking Opioid Pain Killers? Prescription opioids, such as Vicodin, Demerol, and OxyContin, have become very popular as a means of treating acute and chronic Read More
Who Is Responsible for a Truck Accident When the Brakes Fail?
- posted: Apr. 15, 2017
- Truck Accidents
Commercial trucking is a complex industry with many parties involved. So, when something goes wrong and trucks are involved in collisions, there’s often a great deal of blame-shifting, making it Read More
How Does Tennessee’s Motorcycle Helmet Law Affect an Accident Claim?
- posted: Mar. 15, 2017
- Motorcycle Accidents
Tennessee law requires all motorcycle operators and passengers to wear a helmet that meets safety specifications. If the person is under age 21, the helmet must meet federal standards set Read More
What Is the “Pecuniary Value of Life” in a Tennessee Wrongful Death Claim?
- posted: Feb. 15, 2017
- Personal Injury
What Is the “Pecuniary Value of Life” in a Tennessee Wrongful Death Claim? If you have lost a loved one in a tragic accident or because of some negligent act or Read More
How Soon After an Injury Event Must a Victim Die to Qualify as a Wrongful Death?
- posted: Jan. 15, 2017
- Personal Injury
In the case of a car crash, an accident victim may die within seconds. But other injury events, such as a misdiagnosis of cancer, can cause harm to a person Read More
How Comparative Fault Impacts Your Tennessee Auto Accident Case
- posted: Dec. 15, 2016
- Auto Accidents
Comparative fault is a legal concept based on the fact that more than one driver can be responsible for an auto accident. So, if two drivers make a mistake on Read More
