Personal injury settlements raise a number of questions, especially about how much you may receive in damages following an accident caused by another’s negligence. And for individuals in Tennessee, where a total of 10,466 injuries were sustained due to car accidents in 2023, questions related to what the average pain and suffering settlement may be might be at the forefront of your mind. These questions are important to answer following any type of accident where you have suffered injuries, not just car accidents. Below, we are going to take a closer look at what exactly the average pain and s ..read more

2023 has seen a total of 826 car accidents in the state of Tennessee as of August 16, according to the Tennessee government. And while in comparison to the United States as a whole which reportedly saw a total of 35,766 fatal car accidents in 2020, Tennessee’s number of crashes is relatively low, the state has seen an increase in car crashes that involve fatalities. But no matter the type of car accident you may experience in Nashville, there are a number of questions that come up after the accident itself. One of the most important questions is what to do after a car crash in Nashville, from ..read more

Following any kind of car accident, there are going to be questions about who is liable for the accident itself and what that liability means in terms of an individual who is seeking compensation from the responsible party. Responsible parties may include a driver, a parts manufacturer, or even potentially the city where the accident took place. Determining liability is a complex issue in a car accident, and even more so in a car accident where multiple vehicles are involved. When three or more motor vehicles are involved, figuring out liability can quickly seem like an overwhelming process ..read more

Bicycling is an extremely popular form of transportation – from kids riding their bikes for fun to adults using a bicycle as their main mode of transit. In 2021, the number of people riding bicycles throughout the United States hit 51.4 million which included all manner of bike riding from daily riding to mountain and BMX biking. When it comes to bicycling, each country and state handles the laws surrounding bicycling differently. And the same is true in Tennessee. It is important for drivers and cyclists in Tennessee to understand how to share the road safely together. So, what are some tips ..read more

After a slip and fall accident on another person’s property, you may be left confused on what next steps you can take to seek compensation for your injuries. Especially when it comes to important details like specific deadlines in which to file, what your lawsuit may include, and what kind of slip and fall accidents are covered, there are plenty of questions you might have. A slip and fall accident can leave you with minor or serious injuries that are totally unexpected and can impact your ability to both work and live your daily life. However, if your injuries were due to the negligence of an ..read more

We know that no one really ever expects to be involved in an accident. Accidents are typically highly unexpected and can leave you stressed, hurt, and confused in the aftermath. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), some 24.8 million physician office visits happen on a yearly basis for unintentional injuries. Unintentional injuries can arise from accidents that are caused by negligence, including car accidents, dog bites, truck accidents, and even slip and falls. Accidents caused by the negligent acts of an individual which lead to the injuries of others can result ..read more

Many legal actions have a statute of limitations, or a deadline by which to file a claim or case. Statute of limitations can vary from state to state as well, so it will not be the exact same in each state. And for anyone who has been involved in an accident that was the result of another person’s negligence, knowing the Tennessee statute of limitations for personal injury claims is important – especially as you consider taking legal action. Below, we answer questions about the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Tennessee and why it’s important. What is the Statute of Limitat ..read more

The loss of a loved one is one of the most difficult things that anyone can deal with, especially when the loss is based on someone else’s negligence or carelessness. A wrongful death lawsuit in Ohio can be pursued following the loss of a loved one if their death is related to another person’s negligence, such as a car accident, unsafe property, and more. Wrongful deaths can occur in a number of different ways and often leave you with a number of different questions. Below, we answer a few questions related to wrongful death lawsuits and how they are handled in a financial sense. How Much is a ..read more

118 million people make use of Uber or Uber Eats at least once a month, meaning that there are plenty of Uber drivers on the road at any given time. And just like any other kind of car or vehicle on the road, there is potential for a car accident to occur that involves an Uber or Uber Eats driver. Following a car accident, you are typically able to file a personal injury claim in an effort to seek compensation for damages including medical costs, lost income, and more. The addition of driver who caused the accident is a driver for Uber Eats can raise additional questions for you, including wha ..read more

Following an accident where you have suffered injuries through no fault of your own, you are entitled to compensation for said injuries and related losses like lost income and pain and suffering. And for certain losses, like pain and suffering, you may wonder how much money you can get from a car accident for pain and suffering in the aftermath. We answer that and a few related questions below to help you better understand what a pain and suffering settlement may look like. What Kind of Compensation is Available Following a Car Wreck? Oftentimes you will receive two different kinds of compensa ..read more