Author Archives: Brad Burnette
Tennessee Jury Awards Stalking Victim $55 Million
Negligence and personal injury can take many forms. Although we generally associate personal injury claims with matters like car accidents or medical malpractice, there is a wide variety of negligent acts that may entitle a victim to compensation. For example, a Nashville jury recently made international headlines when it awarded an eight-figure sum to… Read More »
The Importance of Expert Testimony in Medical Malpractice Cases
Tennessee law requires victims in medical malpractice cases to clear certain hurdles before their case can even get to trial. Unlike many other personal injury claims, medical malpractice requires the plaintiff to produce “expert testimony” from a licensed health care professional qualified in the field “relevant to the issues in the case.” Without such… Read More »
Understanding the Dangers of All-Terrain Vehicle Use
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are a popular choice for recreation in Tennessee. But ATV usage is also a leading cause of personal injury and even death. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, which has tracked ATV usage since the 1980s, recently noted that Tennessee is among the top ten U.S. states for ATV-related fatalities, with… Read More »
Should I Take Pictures Following My Car Accident?
Most of us carry a smart phone with a built-in camera. This can prove useful if you are in a car accident. It is generally a good idea to take pictures at the accident scene, even if you don’t see much damage, because it may provide valuable evidence in any subsequent personal injury lawsuit…. Read More »
Insurance Exclusions May Work to the Detriment of Accident Victims
Sorting out legal liability following a car accident is often more complicated than you might think. For example, if the vehicle that causes an accident is insured, you might assume the insurance company is automatically responsible for any damages owed to the victims. But insurance policies are contracts, and there are often multiple clauses… Read More »
Can a Nursing Home Employee Be Fired for Responding to a Claim of Abuse or Neglect?
Nursing home abuse and neglect is a serious problem in Tennessee. Victims are often unable to stand up for themselves, and even when family members complain, nursing homes may take little or no action. And based on a recent decision by the Tennessee Court of Appeals, nursing home employees who try to protect patients… Read More »
What Parents Need to Know About Toy Safety
All parents want to protect their children from the potential harms posed by dangerous and defective products. This includes children’s toys. While the federal government does enforce certain toy safety standards, these rules often do not go far enough. In many cases it is up to outside advocacy groups and victims filing personal injury… Read More »
What Is the Deadline for Filing a Lawsuit Following a Car Accident?
If you are seriously injured in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, you will understandably want to hold the responsible parties liable. In some cases it may not be immediately apparent who all of these responsible parties are, which can present difficulties when filing a personal injury lawsuit. Tennessee law imposes strict… Read More »
Does a Family’s Grief Constitute “Emotional Distress”?
Losing a parent or loved one is a traumatic experience. This trauma may be exacerbated by the negligent conduct of others. In such cases the family may have cause to bring a personal injury claim against the negligent party. Crematorium Faces Civil Trial for Unauthorized Cremation A federal judge in Tennessee recently addressed an… Read More »
How Can Video Evidence Help in a Personal Injury Case?
In a personal injury lawsuit, any available piece of evidence may prove critical in proving a plaintiff’s case. Or at the very least, such evidence may prevent a lawsuit from being dismissed before it has a chance to reach a jury. That is why if it is critical to pay attention to every detail… Read More »
