Car Accidents

Recent safety figures for Montgomery County suggest specific windows of time and certain driving behaviors that may contribute to road incidents. Based on available reporting from the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security, paying close attention to...

You stepped out of the grocery store with your cart when a car backing out struck you. The driver apologized profusely, but you waved it off. After all, the car was barely moving, and you didn't see any bruises or cuts. However, you might be surprised to learn that...

If you drive on Tennessee roads, you have reason to feel encouraged. Recent data from the Tennessee Department of Safety shows a steady decline in car accidents over the past five years.  This downward trend marks a significant improvement for drivers across the...

Unlike taxis, which are visually distinct from other vehicles, rideshare vehicles are typically personal passenger vehicles owned by their rideshare drivers. They may not stand out from other vehicles in traffic. People may feel shocked to learn that the driver who...

Motor vehicle collisions are one of the top causes of serious injuries in the United States. Many people hurt in car crashes know instantly that they require medical attention and may need to pursue financial compensation. Others may not realize initially that they...

Many safety systems are now standard features in most modern vehicles. Backup cameras have been mandatory for over five years now. Seat belts and airbags have been necessary safety features for far longer than that. Existing safety systems have already helped reduce...

Drivers have a plethora of hazards to watch for when they’re on the roads. Wildlife isn’t usually one that people think about often, but wrecks involving deer and other wildlife can lead to significant property damage and injuries. For example, the National Highway...

Many Tennessee drivers take a misguided approach to automotive insurance. Drivers in Tennessee have a legal obligation to carry liability coverage. Their policy helps ensure that other parties won't bear the burden of a crash that they cause. Liability coverage can...

After some motor vehicle collisions, fault is relatively easy to establish. One of the drivers involved was under the influence of alcohol or did something else very clearly illegal or unsafe that directly caused the wreck. The other driver can then pursue a...

Large semi-trucks provide ground transportation for goods and raw materials in the United States and they play a major role in the modern economy. They provide well-compensated jobs for many blue-collar workers and keep transportation costs affordable, even when...