The brain is a powerful and sensitive organ. It runs the body, so when it has damage, it may mean trouble. After a car accident, injuries to the head may not appear as one might suspect. Unless there is evidence of impact on the skull, such as a cut or bruise, a...
Jackson, Tennessee, Personal Injury & Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Can you start an injury lawsuit for a family member?
There are several situations in which you might be able to file an injury lawsuit on behalf of a family member. Unfortunately, the most common by far is if the family member has died. This matter falls under the jurisdiction of state law. Here are some of the details...
Little-known information about how insurance companies evaluate auto accident injuries
Many drivers do not understand how insurance adjusters work after an auto accident. As a result, motorists sometimes say or do things that impact their injury settlements. These are the little-known facts drivers should know about how insurance companies evaluate...
How do brain injuries impact memory?
Brain injuries, especially traumatic ones, have the potential to leave a huge impact on your brain's health. It can affect many things, from your emotional state to physical pain. It can even impact your memory. But in what ways do these damages manifest? What...
3 types of damages awarded in wrongful death cases
Tennessee statute defines wrongful death as death from injuries caused by another or death instigated by an unlawful act, omission or killing. Since the deceased cannot sue another party for bodily harm, Tennessee allows family members or the representative to file a...
What should you know about RSIs?
Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) make up a majority of workplace-related non-fatal injuries. Some people think that this means they are not serious. They think such common issues surely could not pose much of a problem. Unfortunately, this is untrue. One single RSI...
How does drowsy driving contribute to crashes?
Many distracted driving behaviors impact driver safety. One of the most common is drowsy driving. Unfortunately, this form of distracted driving is on the rise lately. More drowsy drivers get into dangerous or fatal crashes every year. But what is it that makes drowsy...
Road fatality numbers up despite less traffic
Tennesseans weathered 2020 much like the rest of the country. Many worked from home or lost their job because the businesses closed. Kids' sports were on hold, and they likely were not in the classroom as often years past. These and other reasons meant an estimated...
Workers comp may cover motor vehicle accidents
Car commutes are a fact of life for many Americans. Some may even drive while on the clock. This detail can be the difference for those injured in a motor vehicle accident. Suppose the employee was injured and out of work for a time, or even permanently injured,...
How do insurance company’s evaluate claims?
Drivers, passengers, and pedestrians may become find themselves the victims of a negligent motor vehicle operator. Whether hit by a truck, car, motorcycle, or another vehicle, the possibility to file a claim against the driver's auto insurance policy may provide a...
















