Tag Archives: Clinton Personal Injury Attorney
Tennessee Not Liable for College Student’s Additional Hearing Loss
In a personal injury claimed based on negligence, a plaintiff must prove that she was owed a duty by the defendant, that the defendant breached that duty, and that said breach was the proximate cause of her injury or less. It is not enough to show the defendant may have been careless or even… Read More »
When Is a Property Owner Liable for Dangerous Conditions?
In any space that is open to the public, such as a retail store or restaurant, the owner has a legal duty to its customers (or “invitees”) to ensure the property is free of any dangerous conditions that it knows about or reasonably should have known about. For example, let’s say there is a… Read More »
When Is It Too Late to File for Workers’ Compensation?
If you are injured on the job, it is important to promptly notify your employer and, if necessary, apply for workers’ compensation benefits. Under Tennessee law, a workers’ compensation claim is barred unless it is brought within one year of “the accident resulting in the injury.” However, there are cases where an employee does… Read More »
Is an Insurance Company Obligated to Pay a Personal Injury Judgment?
A personal injury lawsuit often involves a number of complex legal issues. For instance, even after a plaintiff has clearly established the defendant’s liability and proven he or she is entitled to damages, that often leads to the question of who will actually pay the award. Defendants often have insurance policies to cover personal… Read More »
Will Tennessee Hold Property Owners Liable If They Establish “Gun Free” Zones?
The Tennessee General Assembly recently convened its annual legislative session. Each year brings a chance for legislators to consider new laws governing matters like personal injury. And if one state senator gets his way, some Tennessee businesses may soon face a unique form of liability if they choose to keep their premises free of… 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 »
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 »
Can I Bring a Personal Injury Lawsuit Against a Foreign Country?
Thousands of Tennessee residents travel abroad every year. But if you suffer a serious injury due to negligence while in another country, can you seek damages in a United States court? The Supreme Court recently addressed such a case, holding there is a high bar to personal injury lawsuits against business entities owned by… Read More »
When Am I Entitled to Uninsured Motorist Benefits Following an Accident?
Uninsured motorist coverage provides benefits if you are injured in a car accident with another at-fault driver who lacks sufficient insurance. Most states, including Tennessee, require automobile insurance companies to offer a certain level of uninsured motorist coverage. But there are still many cases where the scope of uninsured motorist coverage may be unclear,… Read More »
When Is a Parent or Guardian Liable for a Child’s Accident?
As a parent, you naturally worry your child may be hurt in a motor vehicle accident. And when such accidents do occur, you naturally want to hold someone responsible. However, Tennessee law often frustrates parental anger, especially when it comes to negligence and motor vehicles. Step-Grandmother Not Responsible for Teenager’s ATV Accident The Tennessee… Read More »
