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T. Scott Jones

About T. Scott Jones

T. Scott knows the importance of interacting with colleagues to stay abreast of developments and changes in the legal world. T. Scott frequently teaches CLE courses on trial strategy, teaching other lawyers his methods for success in the courtroom, and is certified as a Rule 31 Mediator in the Tennessee Supreme Court. He is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association, the Tennessee Bar Association, the National Trial Lawyers, and both the Tennessee and American Associations for Justice. Read more about T.Scott Jones
Feb 17, 2021

Construction Accidents and Hearing Loss

By |February 17th, 2021|Workers Compensation|Comments Off on Construction Accidents and Hearing Loss

Workers at construction sites are constantly bombarded by noise. Many machines and tools, like jackhammers, are inherently loud. Trucks, the constant movement of workers, drills and diggers, and other work activities can affect a construction worker’s hearing on a daily basis. Often, hearing loss occurs slowly over time. Workers may not even realize they can’t hear well until a spouse, friend, or coworker tells them their hearing is bad. An inability to hear affects your ability [...]

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Feb 10, 2021

What Should I Do if Pulled Over for a DUI?

By |February 10th, 2021|DUI|Comments Off on What Should I Do if Pulled Over for a DUI?

If you're stopped for a DUI or the suspicion of a DUI, the first thing that you should do is be cooperative with the officer. That doesn't mean that you respond to everything the officer asks you to do, but that does mean that you don't give the officer a hard time. You want to have a situation in which your case blurs with other cases and there isn't something that distinguishes you from those cases. [...]

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Feb 3, 2021

Heart Attacks and Car Accidents: Liability and Damages

By |February 3rd, 2021|Auto Accidents|Comments Off on Heart Attacks and Car Accidents: Liability and Damages

In many car accident cases, a driver’s negligence is clear. The driver sped, talked on his smartphone while driving, or ran through a red light. But what happens when the driver has a heart attack or a medical emergency that causes him/her to black out and lose control of their vehicle. Is it fair to hold drivers who have heart failure or other medical emergencies liable if events beyond their control cause the car crash? The [...]

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Jan 20, 2021

The Liability of Lessors and Lessees in Premises Liability Cases

By |January 20th, 2021|Premises Liability|Comments Off on The Liability of Lessors and Lessees in Premises Liability Cases

There are several key parts to any premises liability case. You must prove the owner of the property had a duty to protect you, and failed to make their property safe. Generally, owners have a duty of care to customers, visitors, and people who have permission on the property. In most cases, there is no duty owed to a trespasser. You also need to show that the unsafe condition caused your injury and not another issue. [...]

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Jan 6, 2021

Bill Cosby’s Lawyers Argue His Conviction Should Be Overturned

By |January 6th, 2021|Criminal Defense|Comments Off on Bill Cosby’s Lawyers Argue His Conviction Should Be Overturned

In sexual assault cases, the prosecution may try to argue a defendant’s alleged sexual assault of a victim is part of a pattern of assault of other sexual assault victims. Judges in these types of cases need to balance the right of the prosecution to prove its case with the defendant’s right to a fair trial. The admission of pattern of conduct testimony is very prejudicial to the defendant’s case because the focus of the case [...]

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Dec 30, 2020

What Are the Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?

By |December 30th, 2020|Motorcycle Accidents|Comments Off on What Are the Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?

Motorcycle riding is not for the faint of heart. It can be exhilarating, but also dangerous. There are many common protective tools available to the motorcyclist to help prevent accidents and tragedy. These include tires with good traction, unobstructed vision, good brakes, and quick handling. However, even with these tools, there are hazards out there on the roadway that require a cautious eye and an alert mind on the part of the motorcycle driver. Some of [...]

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Dec 23, 2020

Debunking Five Common DUI Myths

By |December 23rd, 2020|DUI|Comments Off on Debunking Five Common DUI Myths

There are many myths that surround DUI-related crimes. They’re all over the Internet, and there’s always some friend of a friend who swears he beat the system in some bizarre way. We don’t want you to get busted for DUI because you believed some silly myths. So today, we’re going to break down the five we hear the most often. 1. You can lower your BAC by eating and/or drinking coffee Eating something after the consumption [...]

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Dec 16, 2020

Should I Try to Work My Case Out with the Insurance Company Before Talking to an Attorney?

By |December 16th, 2020|Auto Accidents|Comments Off on Should I Try to Work My Case Out with the Insurance Company Before Talking to an Attorney?

 Should you try to work your case out yourself? We get asked that question a lot. And the reality of it is, if you're a mechanic, I would suggest that you work on your own car. But if you're trying to handle something that you're unfamiliar with, the likelihood of success is just simply not there. Understand that the folks on the other side, the folks from the insurance company, they are trained to elicit [...]

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Dec 9, 2020

I Think My Loved One Is Being Abused in a Nursing Home. What Should I Do?

By |December 9th, 2020|Nursing Home Abuse|Comments Off on I Think My Loved One Is Being Abused in a Nursing Home. What Should I Do?

The decision to put a loved one in one of the facilities can be difficult and heartbreaking at times. The goal is to provide your parent or other loved one with the best possible care that cannot feasibly be provided now at home. If you find out that your loved one is being mistreated or not cared for properly, it is time to take quick action. Here are some of the steps to take if you [...]

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Nov 25, 2020

T. Scott Jones Answers Your Questions about Boating & Watercraft

By |November 25th, 2020|Boating Accidents|Comments Off on T. Scott Jones Answers Your Questions about Boating & Watercraft

If you were hurt while out on a boat or jet ski, you have rights when it comes to collecting compensation. The same is true if you are facing accusations of boating while impaired. T. Scott Jones discusses those rights in today’s videos. What are the common types of boating accidents?  The most common types of boating accidents involve operator error. That is, either a distracted operator or an impaired operator. It's important to remember [...]

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