Why You Need a Nashville Injury Lawyer If You Were Hit by an Uninsured Driver
Getting involved in a car accident is a stressful experience, but the situation becomes even more troubling when the at-fault driver is uninsured. If you have the right insurance, you can be protected from this not-so-uncommon occurrence. However, even if you have the proper coverage, navigating the complexities of your Uninsured Motorist (UM) and Underinsured…
Read MoreNHTSA Has No Idea How Many Drug-Impaired Truck Drivers Are Out There
Law enforcement has many methods of testing for alcohol-impaired driving and they can decisively identify those driving drunk. There is an imbalance, however, in enforcement when it comes to drug-impaired driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is responsible for ensuring road safety and minimizing risks associated with impaired driving. However, a critical issue…
Read MoreWill Servicemembers Finally Get Justice for Sexual Assault?
As Americans we owe our safety and security to the brave men and women that serve in the military, today and in years past. In holding such high esteem for our servicemen and women we must consider the injustices that can occur in our military system. One such issue is the use of the Feres…
Read MoreWhy Do I Need All These “Expert Witnesses” at My Personal Injury Trial?
When you suffer an injury due to another person’s negligence, you may choose to hire a Nashville personal injury attorney to represent you. During an initial meeting with your attorney, they may explain that using expert witnesses could benefit your case. This may lead you to wonder what exactly expert witnesses do and why you…
Read MoreTennessee Continues to Strengthen Punishments for Drunk Drivers
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Tennessee and across the United States. Drunk drivers put themselves and others at risk of serious injury or death and can face severe legal consequences if caught and convicted. Despite efforts to prevent drunk driving through public awareness campaigns, increased law enforcement, and stricter laws, the problem persists.…
Read MorePTSD Is Common After Sexual Assaults
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. This can include sexual assault, which is a particularly devastating form of trauma that can have long-lasting effects on a person’s mental and emotional wellbeing. In this article, we will explore what PTSD…
Read MoreDrivers Should Know the Dangers That Cyclists Face
The harsh reality is that when a person rides a bicycle, they are at risk of being involved in an accident at any given moment. This is not only because cyclists do not have a shield or seatbelt to protect themselves, but it is also because motor vehicle drivers fail to take the proper precautions…
Read MoreTruck and Train Accidents Are More Common Than You Think
After two Norfolk Southern trains derailed in Ohio in February and March 2023, people are starting to take more notice of train accidents occurring across the United States. It turns out that train accidents are more common than most people think. In 2022 alone, there were over 1,100 train derailments around the country, which is…
Read MoreWhat Is a Concussion, Exactly?
You may have heard of the term “concussion” being used after an individual hits their head, but you may not understand what it actually means. According to the Concussion Legacy Foundation, a concussion is “a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to…
Read MoreWhat Is Permanent Total Disability for Workers’ Compensation?
In Tennessee, there are different types of workers’ compensation disability benefits for those who have been injured on the job. Therefore, if you have been severely injured and do not think that you can return to work in the future, you may be wondering what qualifies as permanent total disability for workers’ compensation. When it…
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