If you have a loved one who you believe is the victim of a wrongful death, you need to take action as soon as possible. We understand that knowing when and how to file a wrongful death claim can be stressful and disheartening, so we have put together a list of factors to consider before filing your claim. Here are 4 things you should know about wrongful death cases:
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If you’ve recently been in an accident resulting in an injury to your spinal cord, you’ll want to determine the severity of the injury quickly. Shortly after your accident, your doctor will be able to determine if your injury is complete or incomplete. This diagnosis will determine your recovery plan post-trauma. Here is the difference in a complete vs incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI):
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With so many different aspects of brain injury, there are a wide variety of symptoms that may appear post-trauma. It’s important that you keep an eye out for these symptoms, so you know when to consult a doctor and to recognize if and when the injury begins to worsen. Here are a few common signs of traumatic brain injuries to look out for:
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Negligence is an important factor in personal injury cases because it is used to determine fault of the accident and resulting injuries or death. In order to determine negligence, you must follow the 4 elements of negligence. Once it is determined, the at-fault party is held legally responsible. We want to share more about what negligence is, how it affects personal injury cases, and how to prove negligence.
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Drunk driving, or driving under the influence, is illegal in Tennessee, as it is in every other state. There are several Tennessee laws that pertain to DUIs, and the penalties for breaking these laws are harsh and expensive. Learn everything you need to know about drunk driving laws in Tennessee below:
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Anyone who has been injured at a construction site may be thinking about filing a personal injury claim. The first step would be to find and hire a construction accident lawyer that can help you navigate the claims process so you can focus on getting better. But how do you choose an attorney to help you? Here are 5 things to look for in a construction accident lawyer:
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Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional deviates from the standard of care in their profession, and as a result, negligently harms a patient. The injuries can occur because of doctor fatigue, understaffing, inexperience, lack of communication, and more. When someone is injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional, they can seek damages by filing a personal injury case. But what constitutes negligence for a medical malpractice case? Keep reading to learn more about proving negligence in medical malpractice cases.
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If you are the victim of a dog bite, we know it can be a scary and tough situation. Whether you know the dog and owner or not, it may be confusing how to best handle the situation. Luckily for you, we can help you navigate the steps to filing a claim after your attack. Here is why we have some of the best dog bite lawyers in Tennessee:
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“Pain and suffering” claims refer to injuries, both mental and physical, sustained in a preventable accident. Any sustainable pain you suffer following your accident can be cause for a settlement. If you are the victim of an accident resulting in pain and suffering, it is important you contact our personal injury lawyers as soon as possible. Here are 4 things to know about pain and suffering claims:
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During a personal injury case related to a car accident, you may be required to participate in a deposition. A deposition is a legal proceeding that takes place outside of court where a person or multiple people give sworn testimonies under oath in the presence of a court reporter and attorneys. The goal of the deposition is to clarify the facts of the case and assess the strength of the arguments of both sides before mediation or a trial. If you’ve never been in a deposition before, you may be wondering what you can expect. Here are 5 things you should know about a deposition for a car accident:
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If you’ve never filed an injury claim before, you may not know that these types of cases don’t typically go to trial. Most injury cases end with settlements. A settlement is an agreement between parties, usually negotiated between lawyers or insurance adjusters, that ends a dispute and rewards the victim with compensation. On rare occasions, your case might go to trial and result in a jury verdict. Keep reading to learn how personal injury settlements differ from jury verdicts.
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You’ve probably seen those yellow signs that are put up after someone mops the floor that say “caution” with a picture of someone slipping and falling. These signs are put up to help prevent slips and falls, which are accidents where someone falls on residential, commercial, or government property and is injured. Slips and falls are considered personal injuries, and you can file a claim if you are seriously injured and the injury could have been prevented. You may be wondering if your case is valid for a slip and fall and what else you need to know about these kinds of accidents. Here are 4 things you should know about slip and fall cases:
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