Safety
How 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 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 MoreNew Consumer Protection Law Bans “Surprise” Bills from Out-of-Network Healthcare Providers
When a medical issue arises, whether it is an injury or an illness, finding the right treatment as quickly as possible is the top priority. At least, it should be the top priority. In reality, too often people who are injured or suffering from an illness or other medical problem must first consider where and…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Freezing Temperatures
Winter is finally here. The air grows colder and colder. Frost decorates the dying grass and trees; maybe you’re evening hearing rumors of snow. Days are chilly, and nights are freezing… So, what does this mean for you? What does this mean for the greater community? Tennessee knows how cruel the cold can be, especially…
Read MorePreparing Your Home & Family in the Event of Another Tornado in Nashville
It has been a year since a massive tornado cut through Nashville and Middle Tennessee. The storm killed 25 people and injured more than 300 others, and did more than a billion dollars’ worth of damage. We at Rocky McElhaney Law Firm want to make sure that no one is ever in the position of…
Read MoreCountry Songwriter Teams Up with Engineer Brother to Create Safer Motorized Wheelchairs
A hit country songwriter took it upon himself to team up with his engineer brother to create safer motorized wheelchairs. The songwriter, Barry Dean, has a daughter was with cerebral palsy. She has used a motorized wheelchair since the age of five. But it wasn’t until his friend and fellow songwriter Troy Verges mentioned an…
Read MoreRocky Law Explains What the “Safer at Home” Order Means for You
As of yesterday, all residents of Metro Nashville and Davidson County were officially under what has been titled the “Safer at Home” Order which will remain in effect for 14 days. Beginning today, March 24, 2020, all Sumner County residents will also be under the “Safer at Home” Order to remain in effect for at…
Read MoreRecent Drowning Deaths of Celebrities’ Children Highlight the Dangers for Parents
Summer is here and that means days spent in the pool or on vacation at the lake, ocean, or other bodies of water. Exercising safe practices around water is crucial while having fun with family and friends. However, accidents do happen, and there is a certain danger involved with activity in and around the water.…
Read MoreHelicopter Rides Pose Significant Dangers to Tourists
There’s so much to do in Nashville, but sometimes you want to escape to someplace new. One popular way to do that is by taking a helicopter tour. Instead of driving four hours to experience the Smokies, you can take an aerial tour of the mountains, or take in the views of Big South Fork…
Read MoreTennessee Traffic Laws for Bicyclists
Bicycle riders are required to follow the state traffic laws. When they are on the road, operators and passengers have the same rights and duties as cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Drivers should anticipate, especially on roads with lower speed limits, that bike riders may enter their lanes or crossways. As a practical matter, bicycle…
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