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Tennessee Courts Still Sorting Out Mexican Car Accident Lawsuits
Car accident litigation is often complicated when the parties to the case reside in different states—or in some cases different countries. For example, Tennessee courts normally have jurisdiction over any personal injury lawsuit arising from conduct that occurs within the state. But there may be times when an accident outside of Tennessee may still… Read More »
Tennessee City Not Liable for Car Accident Caused by Stolen Police Car
If someone is seriously injured or killed in a car accident, there may be several liable parties. In addition to the negligent driver, the victim may have cause to bring a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit against the owner of the vehicle or those responsible for placing the driver in a position to… Read More »
Is There a Difference Between Personal and Property Injuries?
A car accident often involves more than one type of injury. There are the personal injuries suffered by the victim, who may seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, etc. Then there are injuries to property, i.e. the damage suffered by the victim’s car. While you may look at these damages as part of… Read More »
Tennessee Court Clarifies Employer’s Potential Liability in Car Accident Cases
There are different types of liability that may arise from a car accident. For example, if you are hit by a car, you can sue the other driver for direct negligence. If the driver was operating a vehicle on behalf of his or her employer, you can also sue that employer under what is… Read More »
Time Is of the Essence in Tennessee Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical malpractice is often difficult for a victim to discover. The effects of a physician’s negligence may not be immediately obvious, and in many cases, a patient may not learn about the problem until years after the fact. This can pose a challenge when filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. Under Tennessee law, a patient… 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 »
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 »
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 »
Who Is Liable if an “Act of God” Causes a Car Accident?
Inclement weather, particularly winter snow and ice, often raise the risk of getting into a car accident. While bad weather does not excuse negligent driving, it may be raised as a defense in a personal injury lawsuit. That is why it is important to understand how Tennessee law addresses poor weather conditions in assessing… 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 »