There is a reason many large commercial trucks have stickers warning other drivers that the vehicle makes wide right turns. In certain circumstances, passenger vehicles can become trapped in a truck’s turning radius, potentially leading to a collision that can cause severe injuries to the car’s occupants. But who is at fault for a wide […]
If you have an injury or illness that is going to keep you out of work, filing for Social Security Disability benefits may be a good option for you. The initial application for disability benefits is filed online and requests personal and financial information, as well as 15 years of work history. A separate portion […]
Even though people only do one-quarter of their driving at night, half of all traffic deaths happen in the evening hours, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). Why is driving at night more dangerous? What makes nighttime driving so dangerous, and what can you do if a negligent driver hits you after dark? At […]
When you’re on someone else’s property, you generally assume that the property is free of hazards. When a property owner fails to maintain their property to ensure it is reasonably safe, and you get injured as a result, the owner could be liable for your injuries. What should you do when you’re injured? What steps […]
If you were involved in a car accident in Tennessee, you might be wondering how much money you can recover for your losses. Below, The Terry Law Firm discusses the factors that affect car accident settlements and the steps you can take – or should avoid – to get the most out of your claim. […]
Running along the border between Tennessee and North Carolina and encompassing more than 500,000 acres, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most popular natural attractions in Tennessee. The park offers many miles of trails for biking and hiking, spectacular scenery, and the chance to see some local wildlife. While millions of […]
Drunk driving is both irresponsible and selfish. It often leads to otherwise preventable accidents. Drunk driving accidents also increase car insurance rates for everyone and drain more than $44 billion from our economy each year, according to the CDC. Unfortunately, people continue to get behind the wheel after drinking every day, placing themselves and everyone […]
Emergency vehicles are vehicles such as those operated by the police, fire departments, or emergency medical services. Although the people driving these vehicles save countless lives, they may also cause accidents when responding to the scene of an emergency. According to Tennessee Emergency Vehicle Statutes, emergency vehicles do not have to follow general traffic laws […]
People don’t expect to be involved in a serious accident while enjoying a vacation, but unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere at any time. Sustaining injuries in an accident is always a frightening experience. It can feel even more overwhelming when you’re away from home. If you have been hurt while on vacation in Sevierville due […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 3 million people in the United States are non-fatally injured in car accidents each year. Whiplash resulting from an automobile accident is one of the most common injuries in a rear-end collision. Whiplash can cause damage to discs in the spinal column – including a […]
