What Kind of Damages are Recoverable in a Wrongful Death Case?
Tennessee was one of the earliest states to enact a law that allows survivors to bring a lawsuit when one of their loved ones died as the result of the wrongful act of another. As early as 1836, the Tennessee legislature enacted a law that allowed the lawsuits of deceased to survive their death. (1836 Tenn.…
Read MoreInjured Employees of Metro Nashville
If you are injured on the job in Tennessee, most individuals have rights that are protected by and set forth under the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Act (“the Act”). However, not all Tennessee workers injured on the job are able to seek damages under the Act. One of the most predominant employers that is not subject…
Read MoreCalling All Scooter Owners in Tennessee: What You Need To Know Before You Hit the Road
Just recently, a Hendersonville, Tennessee man was tragically killed when his scooter collided with a vehicle that turned in front of him. Terrible accidents like this remind us that as the scooter and moped populations rise in Middle-Tennessee, we must be more alert when driving. We must educate ourselves about the law’s requirements for these…
Read MoreSigns of an Unsafe Daycare Center
Most families require two incomes to pay the bills and live comfortably. When you have young children, finding adequate childcare can be a difficult process. Every parent’s number one priority is the safety, wellness and happiness of his or her children. When you are searching for a day care center, be diligent about the facility…
Read MoreCar Insurance – Part 2: Bodily Injury Liability Coverage
This four-part series of blog posts is intended to inform and remind readers of important aspects of car insurance. Today, in part 2, I address “Bodily Injury Liability” coverage. A Moral Argument in Favor of Adequate Bodily Injury Liabiltiy Coverage The phrase “first, do no harm” is often considered an ethical standard of the medical profession. …
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