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How Tennessee Courts Apportion Settlements in Wrongful Death Claims
When a loved one dies due to another’s negligence or wrongful act, the pain and grief can be overwhelming. While no amount of money can ever replace the loss, wrongful death claims in Tennessee allow surviving family members to seek financial compensation. A critical aspect of these claims is the division of any settlement… Read More »
Wrongful Death and Fatal Car Accidents in Tennessee
In Tennessee, when a fatal car accident results from another party’s negligence or misconduct, the surviving family members may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. Understanding the legal framework for these cases, including the role of negligence in drunk driving, distracted driving, and defective vehicle accidents, is crucial for pursuing justice… Read More »
Knoxville Baby Viciously Attacked by Dog: Rights and Options of Dog Bite Survivors under Tennessee Personal Injury Laws
Dogs are not only “man’s best friend,” but for many Knoxville residents they are part of the family. Indeed, our canine companions are some of the most important beings in many of our lives, and it is often hard to separate them from our biological human kin. However, the truth of the matter is… Read More »
Knoxville Motorcycle Accident Highlights Risks of Reckless Riding, Rights and Options of Motorcycle Accident Survivors Under Tennessee Personal Injury Laws
There is no doubt that for many Knoxville motorcycle enthusiasts, the motorcycle is much more than just a way to get around, but also represents freedom, fun, and adventure. Indeed, the motorcycle is not only a means to commute (and save gas while doing so), but also a way to explore, see the sights,… Read More »
Liability in Knoxville Car Accident Cases – The Difference Between Negligent and Intentional Acts
When a person is injured in a serious car accident in Knoxville, the last thing that is likely on their mind is the legal standard set forth by Tennessee laws for proving liability in a Knoxville car accident lawsuit. Indeed, in the aftermath of a serious car accident, a car accident victim is likely… Read More »
Motorcycle Rider Killed in Car-Involved Accident in Knoxville – What Options Do Motorcycle Accident Survivors Have in Knoxville under Tennessee Personal Injury Laws?
A terrible and fatal motorcycle accident claimed one man’s life in Knoxville earlier this week on Sunday, and residents of the Marble City are wondering exactly what rights and options victims of serious motorcycle accidents have in Knoxville under Tennessee personal injury laws. According to local news reports, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred on… Read More »
Curious about the Numbers When it Comes to Awards in Knoxville Personal Injury Cases? Here’s What You Need to Know
When a person is injured in a serious car accident, slip and fall accident, or other type of accident caused by the negligence of another person or party in Knoxville, they may wonder what kind of potential compensation they may be entitled to under Tennessee personal injury laws. Indeed, under Tennessee personal injury laws,… Read More »
Young Motorcyclist’s Death in Knoxville Due to Car Accident Marks Fourth Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Knoxville in Less than Two Weeks
A horrific and fatal motorcycle accident in Knoxville took the life of another young and unsuspecting motorcycle rider this week, and sends an even stronger message to motorcyclists and other motorists in Knoxville about the dangers of motorcycle-riding on Knoxville roads. According to local news reports, a 20-year-old motorcycle rider was killed this last… Read More »
Wondering How Long You Have to Bring a Case in Court in Knoxville for Your Knoxville Car Accident Injuries and Losses? Read This Now
One of the interesting things about Tennessee personal injury laws, and about virtually all legal claims, is that they have an expiration date that not every Knoxville resident may know about. Indeed, “statutes of limitations” require an aggrieved individual or injured plaintiff to file their case in a Tennessee court within a limited time,… Read More »
Suspected Drunk Driver Kills Pedestrian in Tennessee – Victims of Knoxville Pedestrian Accidents: Know Your Rights Under Tennessee Personal Injury Laws
There is no doubt that every Knoxville resident that has a driver’s license knows that it is absolutely illegal, extremely risky, and potentially fatal to drive a motor vehicle while being intoxicated or drunk on drugs or alcohol. However, the sad truth of the matter is that despite the clear letter of the law,… Read More »
