Posts Category - Motor vehicle accidents
It is Possible to Earn Rewards When You Do Not Drive Distracted
New Phone App Can Make Roads Safer, but Will it Come to Tennessee? Distracted driving is a serious danger on Tennessee’s roads. According to statistics, about 3,000 people are killed each year by distracted drivers. Hundreds of thousands of other motorists are injured and can incur high medical bills, to...
Continue reading »Tennessee Expands “Slow Poke” Law
Slow Drivers Should Stay to the Right on Multi-Lane Highways On July 1, 2020, Tennessee’s expansion of its “slow poke” law went into effect. This law was designed to speed up traffic on multi-lane highways, and the expansion furthers that purpose by extending the law to cover more of the...
Continue reading »Signs of Reckless Drivers
Reckless driving kills thousands of people every year. Knowing how to spot the signs of this dangerous behavior can help all drivers avoid these fatal accidents. Reckless driving is one of the most dangerous driving behaviors in which a person can engage. It kills thousands of people every year. Even...
Continue reading »Are Pedestrians Ever to Blame in an Auto Accident?
There are many misconceptions about who is to blame after a pedestrian accident. Both the driver and the pedestrian can carry blame. Pedestrian accidents are some of the worst seen on Manchester’s roads. Pedestrians are simply no match for a vehicle, and it does not even matter how fast the...
Continue reading »May is Motorcycle Awareness Month
Motorcyclists are at a higher risk of being involved in a fatal crash than are other motorists. May is motorcycle awareness month; whether you are a rider or a driver, do your part to stay safe and reduce accidents. While drivers should be aware of motorcyclists on the road every...
Continue reading »Distracted Driving and Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian deaths are on the rise across the country, thanks in part to heavier vehicles and less attentive drivers. Pedestrian deaths have hit a 28-year-high across the nation, with more than 6,200 people killed on roads in the United States in 2018. In comparison, 4,100 pedestrians were killed across the...
Continue reading »What are the Main Causes of Truck Accidents?
Unfortunately truck accidents are common in Tennessee, our Manchester personal injury attorneys want you to be aware of the potential risks. With our close proximity to several major interstates and highways, it is not uncommon for truck traffic to be heavy through Manchester. While people depend on semi trucks, tractor...
Continue reading »Why Is it Good to Get Photos after an Accident?
Photos are an Important Evidence Type During the Claim Process If you have been involved in an accident of any type, taking photos of the accident and your injuries may not be the first thing on your mind. But taking photos after an accident is absolutely crucial, and could greatly...
Continue reading »Take these Steps after an Accident
An accident that leaves you seriously injured can happen when you are least expecting it, resulting in physical and psychological injuries, financial losses, and questions about the future. While nothing may prepare you for an accident, knowing what steps to take after the accident can offer some peace of mind....
Continue reading »Is There a Texting While Driving Law in Tennessee?
Know the Law and Your Rights if You are in an Accident that Involves Texting While Driving Texting while driving is an incredibly dangerous behavior, and one that is associated with an increase in car accidents and car accident-related injuries and deaths. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports...
Continue reading »Rate of opioid car accidents rapidly increasing
Safety advocates and law enforcement continue to impress on the public the dangers of drinking and driving. The effects of alcohol on the body and mind make it difficult to safely operate a motor vehicle, and accidents involving drunk drivers typically result in horrific injuries. Lately, however, those same opponents...
Continue reading »After A Car Accident: Communicating With Your Insurance Company
Every year, thousands of drivers and passengers throughout Tennessee are involved in motor vehicle accidents. When it comes to car accidents, an individual’s entire life can literally change in an instant and for those who emerge suffering painful and debilitating injuries; the physical, emotional and financial toll can be significant....
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