Category Archives: Personal Injury
The Hidden Dangers of Knoxville Nail Salons and How You Can Get Justice after Your Knoxville Nail Salon Injury
There is no doubt that when many Knoxville residents think about self-care, rest and relaxation, and a way to “treat themselves”, often the idea of going to the nail salon for a fresh set of nails comes to mind. Indeed, going to the nail salon can be a fun way to unwind, a social… Read More »
Knoxville Man Convicted in 2021 Fatal Drunk Driving Car Accident
Earlier this month in November, a Knoxville man was sentenced in the criminal case against him for his role in a fatal drunk driving car accident that left one person dead. According to local news reports, 68-year-old Knoxville resident Dennis Hill was sentenced in November to nine years behind bars in jail for causing… Read More »
How Tennessee’s Comparative Fault Rule Affects Your Personal Injury Compensation
Tennessee’s personal injury laws are designed to ensure fairness and accountability for all parties involved in an accident. One of the most significant legal principles affecting personal injury claims in Tennessee is the comparative fault rule. This rule determines how fault is allocated among the parties and directly impacts the amount of compensation an… Read More »
How Pre-Existing Conditions Affect Personal Injury Damages in Tennessee
When pursuing a personal injury claim in Tennessee, the presence of pre-existing conditions can complicate the process of securing fair compensation. However, the “eggshell plaintiff” doctrine ensures that individuals with pre-existing vulnerabilities are not denied justice simply because of their condition. This legal principle, alongside Tennessee’s comparative fault rules, influences how damages are calculated… 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 »
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 »
Amusement Park Rider’s Scary Cart Accident at Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster Highlights Risks Amusement Park Rides Can Present to Theme Park Goers in Tennessee
The 2021 Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster accident that flung an amusement park goer out of an amusement park ride cart into the air sends a chilling message to theme park and amusement park-goers across Tennessee about the risks that amusement park and theme park rides can present to park patrons. According to local news reports,… Read More »
Arson at Local Memphis Store Raises Questions about Rights of Customers under Tennessee Premises Liability Laws
Earlier this summer in July, a frightening and seemingly “out of nowhere” arson incident threatened the well-being and lives of local store staff and customers at a commercial store in Memphis, Tennessee, and a community now asks what rights and options customers have when it comes to being injured by criminal acts on business… Read More »
Nashville Residents, Truck Drivers, Call for Stricter Safety Measures on High-Risk Semi-Truck Accident Road
A recent semi-truck involved accident in Nashville, Tennessee has both residents and semi-truck drivers calling for stricter and better safety measures on Nashville roads. According to local news reports, in early August, 2024, a serious semi-truck accident killed one person, sent a three-year-old child to the hospital “fighting for her life”, and injured two… Read More »
Fatal Rear-End Car Crash in Knoxville Demonstrates the Dangers of Major “Fender Benders”
Rear-end car accidents seem to happen at an alarming rate across Knoxville and throughout the rest of Tennessee. From a small bumper-to-bumper car accident, to a massive rear-end collision, rear-end car accidents in Knoxville can easily range from incidents that cause minor scrapes and bruises, to fatal car collisions ending in multiple deaths. Indeed,… Read More »
