Tag Archives: Tennessee Negligence Case
What Happens If the Jury Thinks I’m Equally to Blame in My Personal Injury Lawsuit?
In personal injury lawsuits, the defendant will often try and shift the blame to the plaintiff. For example, if there is an accident involving two cars, the defendant driver may attempt to argue it was the plaintiff who was actually driving recklessly. Or even if the defendant admits doing something wrong, he may still… Read More »
What Happens If the Judge Disagrees With a Jury’s Personal Injury Award?
If you file a personal injury lawsuit, you have the right to have a jury decide your case, both with respect to the defendant’s liability and the amount of any damages you are owed. A judge is not supposed to simply substitute his or her own opinions for that of the jury. This does… Read More »
