Author Archives: Brad Burnette
When Is a Car Accident Settlement Legally Binding?
Most personal injury claims arising from car accidents are settled out-of-court, usually between an attorney representing the victim and the negligent party’s insurance company. Settlement negotiations are often a lengthy process. It is important for both sides to be clear as to their intentions and expectations, lest there be any misunderstanding as to the… Read More »
How Do You Prove a Tennessee Hospital Committed Malpractice?
If you suffer a serious injury in an accident, your life may depend on receiving immediate medical care. But what happens when the doctors are negligent and only make the situation worse? When does a medical provider’s judgment error cross the line into medical malpractice? Inaccurate Hospital Records Thwart Widow’s Lawsuit In 2008, a… Read More »
Store Faces Trial After Woman Slips on “Applesauce Puddle”
Slip and fall accidents frequently occur in busy stores. While retailers may not be immediately aware of every spill that occurs on their premises, they should train their employees to identify a potential hazard to customers and take appropriate action. Even if a store has such policies, but the employees fail to follow them,… Read More »
Are First Responders Liable for Failing to Save a Car Accident Victim?
A car accident can inflict serious, life-threatening trauma on the body. That is why it is imperative to receive timely medical care following any accident. Any delay in treatment may prove fatal. Private Company Sued After Failing to Remove Teenager From Wreckage We typically think of car accident lawsuits in terms of “who caused… Read More »
Can You Sue a Tennessee Police Officer for Wrongful Death?
A wrongful death lawsuit is a special type of personal injury claim alleging someone’s act of negligence caused the death of a spouse or parent. Wrongful death often involves situations like a car accident caused by a drunk driver or medical malpractice leading to the death of a patient. But wrongful death may also… Read More »
Can I Bring a Wrongful Death Case Even if the Defendant Is Already in Jail?
When someone dies as the result of a criminal act, the public demands justice. Police investigate and arrest a suspect. The defendant is then formally charged and tried in criminal court. If convicted, the defendant is sentenced to prison. But where does all this leave the family of the victim? And what if the… Read More »
Can Holiday Decorations Create a “Dangerous Condition” Under Tennessee Law?
A personal injury claim based on premises liability generally hinges on whether or not there was a “dangerous condition” the property owner knew about and failed to correct, to the detriment of the injured plaintiff. Sometimes a dangerous condition is easily defined. But other cases require courts to make judgment calls on what a… Read More »
Am I Still Liable for a Car Loan if My Vehicle Is Totaled?
If your car is damaged due to someone else’s negligence, you can seek compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. In Tennessee, damages are measured based on whether or not the car is capable of repair. If the car can be returned to use, the plaintiff may seek damages equal to the cost of restoration… Read More »
What If Someone Other Than My Employer Causes a Workplace Accident?
You probably know that if you are injured at work, you can receive workers’ compensation benefits to pay for your medical bills and lost wages. Workers’ compensation effectively serves as a substitute–an “exclusive remedy,” in legal terms–for filing a personal injury lawsuit against your employer. But what if your workplace accident was actually the… Read More »
Latest Recall Highlights Danger of Off-Road Vehicles
Although most motor vehicle accidents involve cars or trucks, it is important not to overlook other modes of transportation that are equally (if not more) dangerous. A person can suffer serious injuries–and even die–when any type of vehicle is unsafe or driven in a negligent manner. Teenagers at Risk from Defective Vehicles For example,… Read More »
