Police reported that a head-on collision in the greater Knoxville area claimed the life of one person and left another person with serious injuries. The accident happened in Roane County and involved two private passenger vehicles. Police say the head on collision...
Year: 2020
Modified comparative negligence law can affect post-accident compensation
Filing a lawsuit after a car accident is often the best way for you and your loved ones to recover the compensation you need to cover any accident-related injuries and damages. In some cases, the other driver is solely responsible for the accident and therefore will...
Increase in car accidents coincides with popularity of ride apps
Ride apps can be an enormous convenience in Tennessee and across the United States. For people who need a ride, the ability to press a button on their cellphone and be picked up can enhance safety and provide them with the means to get back and forth with few worries....
Why should I update my will?
Creating a will is a crucial step in your estate plan. While not having a will can cause issues, not updating your will can be equally problematic. Your will, along with the rest of your estate plan, should evolve alongside your life. Here are a few of the many...
Healing from emotional injuries after a catastrophic accident
When an unexpected event causes life-altering harm or the death of a family member, severe emotional and economic injuries may affect an entire household. An otherwise preventable catastrophic accident requires holding responsible parties accountable for their...
What are the true risks drowsy drivers pose?
Many drivers share the roads in Tennessee. Cars range in size, drivers range in age and experience. Sometimes, drivers also range in levels of sleep deprivation. Today we will look at drowsy driving. This problem creates havoc for many drivers on the road together....
What is an intracranial hemorrhage?
A traumatic blow to the head, such as may occur due to a car accident or fall, can cause intracranial hemorrhage. This is a medical term for bleeding that occurs inside the skull. It can be very serious because there is no way for the blood to drain away. Therefore,...
Do I need an estate plan in my 20s?
When you are young, the last thing on your mind is dying. You probably live each day to its fullest without any concern about what will happen after your death. However, the bleak reality is that death can occur at any time. All it takes is one illness or accident to...
Which factors increase the risk of dying in an auto accident?
Car accidents kill thousands of Americans each year and are the fourth most common cause of death in the nation. The Insurance Institute reports that over 40,000 people died in motor vehicle wrecks in 2017 alone, a greater number than those killed in falls or by gun...
Why is brain bleeding dangerous?
Suffering a blow to the head can have dangerous repercussions even if signs of an injury do not immediately show themselves. Sometimes the trauma from a head injury can damage the blood vessels in the brain, resulting in brain bleeding. This is a very serious...