If a mechanic or auto repair business fails to fix brakes that aren’t working, windshield wipers that don’t get rid of the rain, or any other part of your car– you may be able to file a personal injury claim when the failure is the cause of your car accident. You may also be able to file a personal injury claim if the mechanic or car shop failed to conduct routine maintenance. Examples of improper car [...]
Car accidents can cause many different types of chest injuries. The manner of the accident is one contributing factor. Higher-speed accidents, head-on crashes, broadsides, and side-impact collisions can all cause chest injuries. How the driver or passenger reacts is another factor. Drivers who come into contact with the dashboard, steering wheel, or other car occupants are more likely to experience chest trauma. Airbags that deploy after an accident are another known cause of chest injuries. According [...]
Most of us have experienced car accidents like fender benders. But don’t be fooled: even “minor” accidents can cause serious injuries. After all, if the impact was enough to bend your fender, then it was enough to cause you harm. If you’ve been injured in a fender bender, seek medical help immediately and contact an experienced personal injury attorney. What is a fender bender? A fender bender is a term used to describe a automobile [...]
After being in a car accident, motorcycle accident, or any other type of accident, you may be curious to know what type of evidence will help you build a strong case against the individual who is responsible. This is great thinking, as you want to ensure that you have everything ready and in order when reaching out to an attorney about your case. One of the first and most valuable pieces of evidence that your Knoxville [...]
When a driver is involved in any type of car accident and law enforcement is called, the responding officers are required to fill out and submit a car crash report before leaving the scene. This report usually explains to authorities what happened during the crash, what the officer saw at the scene of the accident, and who may be liable. Several days after your car accident, you may start to think about what legal routes [...]
Honda has been in the news recently for a huge recall of their vehicles due to issues with the rear cameras. This information may be beneficial to individuals who have been involved in an accident or struck by a driver who was operating a Honda vehicle. Even though rearview cameras have been placed in all newer model cars, it is important to remember to still look over your shoulder and check your blind spots when the [...]
Multi-car pile ups are traumatic incidents that can result in some devastating consequences for those involved. For an injury victim, determining liability in these accidents is important, as it can determine who is responsible for the damages and all the injuries sustained by everyone involved. These types of chain-reaction accidents are when a car crashes into the back of another car, causing that car to smash into the car in front of it, and the chain [...]
Seat belts are super important when it comes to car accidents—and there is a reason they are required by law in just about every state. When you wear a seat belt, it keeps you securely fastened in your seat, reducing the chances of serious injuries or even worse outcomes in the event of an accident. Like most states, Tennessee has a law that requires everyone to wear a seat belt. However, that does not mean that [...]
A new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows multiple midsize SUVs rate badly for backseat safety in crash tests. The IIHS tested 13 midsize SUVs for front crash protection and gave a “poor” rating to six models. Per the organization: “IIHS recently updated its longstanding moderate overlap front crash test to add a rear passenger dummy positioned behind the driver. Although the test still includes a driver dummy, rear passenger protection is [...]
When we are in a car, there is some protection offered by the vehicle itself. Unlike a pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist, drivers of (and passengers in) sedans or trucks are surrounded by thick, hard metal that may offer some shielding against an object or other vehicle that it crashes into. While it can provide that protection during minor crashes, in more severe accidents, the car itself can become a dangerous weapon surrounding you. The steering wheel [...]
As beautiful as our state is, Tennessee is no stranger to some less-than-beautiful weather. Our prime location means we get a taste of all extremes depending on where we are. This doesn’t always mean life-threatening twisters or hurricanes, but that inclement driving weather is nothing too new to us locals. Whether it’s simple rain, slippery leaves, ice and snow, or a terrible mix, our commutes can easily get much more dangerous. Ideally, we just avoid driving [...]
There has been a pronounced uptick in people purchasing larger and larger vehicles. The main reason that is cited for this increase is safety. However, buying a large car does not mean that everyone else around you is safe. It only means the people inside the vehicle are secure. As a pedestrian, you should be wary of all vehicles, especially large vehicles around you. Pedestrians and cyclists on the road are in mortal danger when large [...]
For a lot of us, driving is a daily chore we have to take part in to get to where we need to go. Whether it’s a commute to work, school, or wherever your errands take you, you get there behind the wheel of a car. While newer drivers may still get to enjoy the novelty of the open road, more seasoned folks typically have a more apathetic view — if not an outright distaste. Driving, [...]
Driving any sort of vehicle poses some sort of risk, simply because of the nature of the activity. Controlling a giant metal deathtrap on wheels will, inevitably, trap some death. That’s why laws, regulations, safety features, and overall standards of care are always changing and improving wherever and whenever possible. Ideally, there would be no risk! After all, many of us have no choice but to drive every day. Wouldn’t it be nice if you were [...]
No matter how long you’ve been driving, the chances are good you’ve seen more than one intersection accident, usually around a shopping plaza or on a rural road. Intersection collisions happen pretty often, and the force of the impact can easily lead to the death of a driver, passenger, pedestrian, cyclist, or motorcycle rider. Knoxville drivers know all about dangerous intersections. According to a AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study, “eastbound Western Avenue (SR 62) at [...]
A new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that women are at a greater risk of suffering serious injury compared to men in motor vehicle crashes. The study has found that the increased risk is due to the types of vehicles women drive and the circumstances surrounding the accidents and not the physical differences between women and men. The study from the IIHS, along with supporting data, shows that men are [...]
So you've been hit by a car; you weren't in a designated crosswalk. A lot of times that's referred to as “jaywalking” in our common parlance. That doesn't mean that you're always responsible. There are a number of factors that play into that: Were you wearing bright clothes? Was it the middle of the day? Was it night? Was the driver speeding? Understand that drivers are tasked with the responsibility of seeing what is there to [...]
Car accidents cause many different types of injuries including shoulder injuries. Damage to the shoulder normally occurs when an occupant collides with another passenger, the dashboard, the door, or with other parts of the vehicle such as a steering column. Shoulder injuries can also occur if an occupant is thrown from the car onto the ground, from the tightening of a seatbelt, or even when the airbag operates. Accident victims who suffer a shoulder injury normally [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Getting into a wreck can be stressful, and you may not be thinking clearly right away. Today, T. Scott Jones and Chris Beavers discuss what you should do after you’ve been in a car accident in Knoxville. Who should I contact first after a car accident? Who should you contact first after a car accident? Well surprisingly, I'm not gonna tell you that the answer is me, though I am on the list. After a [...]
Distracted driving can lead to serious injuries. Today, T. Scott Jones talks about distracted driving, and what you need to know. What is included in Tennessee’s distracted driving laws? Distracted driving law in Tennessee is something that has recently come about, particularly through legislative action in order to deter folks from using electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle. It's extraordinarily important that you pay attention to the road and your surroundings, because you're operating [...]
Texting or distracted driving can lead to accidents. It can also to lead to liability, in particular if you're using any type of a mobile device – you can call it texting, you can call it Facebook, you can call it Snapchat, Instagram – however you use that device, if it distracts your ability to maintain a lookout in the direction in which you are driving then you're likely going to have a problem. Also [...]
We have no control over the actions of other drivers, passengers, traffic or road conditions. As a result, auto accidents unfortunately can and do happen, leading to a wide variety of minor and major injuries. One such trauma which often results from auto accidents is whiplash. Although whiplash isn’t a visible physical injury, it can cause a patient long-term pain and discomfort. What is whiplash? Also known as neck strain or neck sprain, whiplash is a [...]
If you are hurt in a car crash, seeing a doctor is one of the first things you should do. However, you might not know which doctors you should visit when you have sustained certain injuries. There are several doctors that may be worth visiting, but it all depends on the specific injuries you have sustained. Primary care physician Before seeing anyone else, consider visiting with your primary care physician. During your visit with the physician, [...]
