We Warned You SUVs Were Deadly
SUVs are proving to be as dangerous as we predicted. While they may look nice and be fun to drive, the truth is that they are proving to be a great risk especially to pedestrians. With a larger hood and wide A-frames, these large and heavy vehicles reduce visibility for the driver, increasing the risk…
Read MoreHow Dangerous Are Nashville’s Party Bike Tours?
Party bikes are popular with tourists in Nashville, and why shouldn’t they be? It’s a mode of transportation and exercise that’s fun because there’s drinks and friends and sights to see all at the same time. We don’t want to scare away our visitors, as we want everyone to see the beauty and charm of…
Read MoreMotorcycle Safety Awareness Month Reminds Us to Share the Road Safely
May is here and the weather is warming up. That means there will be more people out on the road, whether they’re heading out for a day of fun out at Cook’s Landing or coming home from a spring hike at Long Hunter State Park. May is also, perhaps not uncoincidentally, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.…
Read MoreRocky McElhaney Law Firm Named “Best Places to Work” for the Eighth Time!
I’m honored to announce Rocky McElhaney Law Firm has once again been named one of Nashville Business Journal’s Best Places to Work. This is the eighth year our firm has been selected for inclusion, and we are absolutely thrilled! The Best Places to Work award “recognizes companies in Middle Tennessee that strive to maintain a work-life balance, have…
Read MoreBob Saget’s Death – Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Bump to the Head
It is always a tragedy when a beloved celebrity dies unexpectedly. Bob Saget was only 65 years old when he was found dead in his hotel room on January 9th of this year. No one could understand what had happened to the seemingly healthy man; but when the coroner gave his report, the reason for…
Read MoreWhat Are the Dangers of Jackknifing Trucks?
Trucks and 18-wheelers are common sights on the road, but they are dangerous. With their large, unwieldy, and heavy trailers, truck drivers must operate their vehicles in different ways than the average sized car. Truck drivers have to stop sooner, make wider turns, and be aware of their increased blind spots. If one wrong thing…
Read MoreWhy Are ATVs So Dangerous?
All Terrain Vehicles, or ATVs, are one of Tennesseans’ favorite pastimes. There is nothing quite like getting covered in mud in the woods while bouncing over hills on an ATV. However, along with so many of our seasonal activities, we need to be careful and take extra caution when going out for a ride. We…
Read MoreWhat Are the Worst Types of Construction Site Accident Injuries?
Construction sites are one of the most dangerous work environments. From heavy equipment, materials, and tools swinging through the air, to explosive liquids and powerful and dangerous machines, there are many ways in which a worker can find themselves injured on the job. These injuries are often severe, and it is not unheard of for…
Read MoreTorso Injuries from Car Accidents
Every year, thousands of people end up in car accidents. Sometimes, the injuries sustained from the crash are minor – just some bruising and scrapes. But unfortunately, a large number of accidents end up with the drivers severely injured, perhaps suffering an injury that will affect them the rest of their lives. Such injuries can…
Read MoreThe Effects of an IME on Your Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Claim
When you are injured at work, there are a few hoops you need to jump through to get your workers’ compensation benefits. First, you must report the injury as soon as possible. Then you must be examined by a doctor. While this is to be expected, you may not know that in Tennessee, you also…
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