Tourism is Tennessee’s second-largest industry and a major driver of the state’s economy, according to the state’s Department of Tourist Development. In a single recent year, Tennessee welcomed 147 million visitors who spent $31.7 billion, generating billions in state and local tax revenue, state data show. With that level of visitor activity, it is no […]
If another driver crashes into you and flees the scene without providing contact and insurance information, your uninsured motorist policy (often called UM coverage) may step in to pay for your injuries and other losses. The law treats unidentified drivers the same as identified drivers with no insurance. Getting hit by a driver who leaves […]
You’re approaching a flashing red traffic light at an intersection. What should you do? What if the flashing light is yellow? If you’re an experienced driver, you may already know that you should treat a flashing red light like a stop sign and that a flashing yellow light means you must slow down and yield […]
Have you recently been in a backing-up accident? If so, you’re probably wondering who’s to blame. Should the driver who was backing up have been paying more attention to the vehicles around them? Or should the other motorist – the one who likely had the better field of vision at the time – have given […]
Car accidents can be overwhelming and stressful situations. Still, it’s essential to keep in mind that how you handle the aftermath can affect your ability to seek compensation for your injuries and related losses. Every piece of evidence can help strengthen your case. Gathering and preserving comprehensive evidence can make a significant difference when it’s […]
Have you suffered whiplash because of a car accident that someone else caused? If so, you could be entitled to compensation in a personal injury claim. How much you could expect to get in a whiplash settlement will depend on a number of factors specific to your case, including the severity of your injuries, the […]
If you’ve been hurt in an accident and someone else is to blame for it, you can file an insurance claim or lawsuit against that person and demand they compensate you for the harm they caused. To succeed, you will need strong evidence demonstrating fault and how the crash caused your injuries. Evidence like videos, […]
Some people use the terms “crash” and “accident” as if they mean the same thing. Nothing is wrong with doing that, especially if you are using the terms in everyday, casual conversation. However, in personal injury law, the terms carry very different meanings. An auto accident typically refers to a motor vehicle collision that occurred due to […]
Broadside collisions, also called T-bone accidents or side impacts, occur when the front of one car strikes the side of another car traveling perpendicular to it. Because vehicles provide less occupant protection on the sides than in the front and rear, people sitting on the side of the vehicle that sustains the impact are more […]
Tennessee’s mandatory child restraint law allows children ages 9 and up to sit in the front seat of a motor vehicle, though it is advisable for children to ride in the rear seat until age 13. Children under 9 may ride up front if the vehicle, such as some pickups, lacks a rear seat. However, […]
