Hitting Your Head Could Increase Your Risk of a Stroke
Traumatic brain injuries are serious and can have daunting long-term consequences. As severe as these injuries are, some of the resulting health issues are not even immediately obvious. Among the most concerning lasting effects is an increased risk of stroke. Many people associate strokes with stress or chronic conditions like high blood pressure or heart…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Car Accident Stay on Your Record in Tennessee
A car accident can leave more than dents. It can stay with you for years to come in the form of points on your driving record and higher insurance rates. In Tennessee, getting into a crash can make it hard to get or keep a driver’s license. The effects depend on who was to blame,…
Read MoreTennessee Community Mourns 16 Lost in Accurate Energetic Systems Explosion
On October 10, 2025, tragedy struck the community of rural Centerville, near McEwen, Tennessee. The devastating explosion at the Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) plant killed 16 people. Reports state that the blast could be felt over 20 miles away and destroyed parts of the facility. The authorities have released the names of the victims lost…
Read More15 Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you live in Nashville, you have probably have seen your fair share of billboards, television commercials and magazine ads touting the expertise of various personal injury lawyers. While it might be tempting to go with the firm with the biggest billboards or funniest radio spots, the truth is the attorney you choose to work…
Read MoreWhat to Do If Surgery Is Denied by Workers’ Comp
According to data shared during this year’s Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference, Tennesseans filed over 88,000 workers’ compensation claims in 2024. Workplace accidents and injuries are far too common, and their consequences can extend far beyond the confines of an employee’s job site. From medical bills to lost wages and reduced capacity to work, the…
Read MoreFAQ: What Happens to Your Medical Bills at Settlement?
When you file a personal injury claim, the hope is that you will ultimately receive a financial settlement to help you cover your accident-related expenses. Many attorneys sell their clients on the promise of receiving a large settlement when all is said and done, leaving many personal injury claimants confused and surprised when their final…
Read MoreWhat NOT To Do: Common Mistakes That Lead to Denied Workers’ Comp Claims
According to a recent research study, approximately 7% of all workers’ compensation claims are initially denied. While some denials make sense, others are issued as a result of avoidable mistakes and miscommunications. Thankfully, the team at Rocky McElhaney Law Firm knows a thing or two about what works – and what does not – when…
Read MoreCongratulations to Cooper Grant on Being Honored With the Max McElhaney Memorial Education Scholarship for 2025!
Rocky McElhaney Law Firm offers its heartfelt congratulations to an incoming freshman at the University of Mississippi, Cooper Grant. Cooper was chosen for this year’s Max McElhaney Memorial Education Scholarship, and we could not be prouder of our choice. “We really loved Cooper’s essay, especially his explanation of the Gold Standard of Love in his…
Read MoreHow Long Can I Stay on Workers’ Compensation in Tennessee?
Workplace injuries happen all the time in Tennessee, and they occur across all industries. The Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development reported 164 fatal workplace accidents and 64,000 non-fatal workplace accidents (including government employees) in 2023. In many of those cases, workers’ compensation came into play. If you have been injured on the job…
Read MoreWhat Is Considered Emotional Distress?
When you think about a personal injury, broken bones, stitches, and hospital visits probably come to mind first. However, not all injuries are visible. Sometimes, they occur in the mind, and they are very real; haunting thoughts, anxiety, grief, or trauma that lasts long after your physical injuries have healed. That is s called emotional…
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