The Terry Law Firm Blog
“Speed kills.” We hear this moniker everywhere, including from the government, from police, and from our nightly news who report on traffic fatalities, often attributing them to crazy drivers who go flying down highways at insane speeds. While in many cases these accusations are true, new research suggests that the overwhelming majority of speeders on […]
Commercial trucks are everywhere, particularly on major highways and roads throughout the state. While this industry has grown considerably, the increased number of vehicles these companies have put on the roads also have increased the risk of a serious trucking accident. The best way to avoid one of these serious accidents is to take precautions […]
Like every other state in the country, Tennessee does require all drivers to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance while operating their vehicles on public roads. However, this minimum insurance is rarely enough to cover all of the damages caused in anything more than a minor accident. This presents a serious problem for motorists […]
Toxic substances can be found almost anywhere. While employers will often provide their workers with the proper safety equipment to handle or work around these substances without any immediate health effects, continual exposure over a number of years can often lead to serious negative health consequences. It is important to recognize the risk if you […]
When you are injured in a car accident, you will most likely want to pursue the other party for damages in order to help you pay for your losses. When doing so, it is highly suggested that you retain the services of a Morristown personal injury attorney to help you file the appropriate claims and […]
Odds are by now you have heard of Pokémon Go, the new mobile game sensation that has swept across the United States. While the game has had a tremendous social impact on the millions of people who play, the game has also created a few alarming trends that have not been helpful. One of these […]
Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America puts on Brain Injury Awareness Month, using the 31 days as a platform in which to empower, de-stigmatize and provide useful information to those who have suffered traumatic brain injuries and their loved ones. Indeed, the theme of this year’s campaign is “Not Alone.” As a show […]
During the summer months, there are more drivers on the road than at any other time of year. This includes an increased amount of teen drivers, who are driving and traveling more after school gets out. For teen drivers, the summer months, namely the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day, bring a significantly higher […]
A Tennessee woman recently lost her life after a serious multi-vehicle collision on U.S. Highway 51. Her husband was airlifted to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries suffered in the car accident. The force of the collision caused the woman to be ejected from the vehicle. Three vehicles were involved in the accident. The […]
When people are too tired to drive safely, it can have serious or even fatal consequences for themselves and other motorists. This is especially true for truck drivers who are behind the wheel of large and extremely heavy vehicles, capable of inflicting serious harm. When truck driver fatigue causes harm, we believe that Tennessee victims […]