When you suffer injuries because of someone else's negligence, it is natural to feel angry. You worry that you may not be able to work again. You have the right to get compensation for your medical bills and other evident types of harm. You can also get damages for a...
The 5 things never to tell an insurer after an accident
An automobile accident can fray one's nerves, making it hard for a person to decide what to say or do in the aftermath. Calls from family and friends plus answering questions for police and insurance companies add to the stress. Accident victims often improve their...
What should you know about dooring?
As a cyclist, you understand that you face additional dangers that other drivers on the road do not necessarily have to worry about. This is a given, considering you have much less coverage than drivers of cars, trucks or even motorcycles. Dooring is just one of the...
Who is liable if someone else is driving your car during an accident?
A car accident can cause a lot of stress. This can be true if the owner was driving, or if someone else was driving their car when the accident happened. In some cases, it can be even more stressful when someone else wrecks a car, as the owner may be uncertain about...
What expenses should paralysis victims expect?
When injuries result in paralysis, lives change forever. Victims must deal with the physical consequences of their devastating injuries. Relearning how to talk and feed themselves becomes top of mind for many families. But the reality is that hospitalization,...
What behavioral changes indicate brain injuries?
Suffering from a brain injury can cause the victim massive damage physically, mentally and emotionally. Of course, it can even affect someone's behaviors and seemingly alter their entire personality. In fact, it is possible that a behavioral change might actually...
How built-in technology can keep truck drivers safe
A truck comes with special safety risks. The brakes are generally slower, the blind spots are wider and the stakes of getting in an accident are higher than those of the average driver. The good news is that there are now emerging technologies that can help truck...
How to handle an accident as a visitor
If your trip to Tennessee ends in an accident, it may do more than ruin your vacation. You may suffer injuries that require ongoing medical treatment. How do you handle filing a claim when you live out of state? There are a few options available for dealing with a...
Debunking common myths about car crash settlements
A Tennessee car crash has the potential to interfere with many parts of your life. You may have financial as well as medical concerns, and you may try to secure a settlement to help cover the medical and other expenses you may face in the aftermath. Many people have...
Coping with PTSD after a car accident
If you get into a car accident, it can be a physically, mentally and emotionally difficult experience. In addition to physical injuries, you may also struggle with posttraumatic stress disorder. PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that can occur after you experience a...