According to recent statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, the number of traffic fatalities related to medium and large trucks increased slightly between 2021 and 2022. As reported by a trucking industry source, NHTSA determined...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Study suggests road design a big factor in Tennessee crashes
When people in Tennessee are in an auto accident, their lives can be upended in an instant. Getting treatment and dealing with the aftermath of a crash can lead to a long list of problems with their health, finances and family. Assessing the collision and determining...
Report: Drunk driving likely led to holiday injuries
According to a report from the National Safety Council, the recent Christmas and New Year’s holiday weekends may have ended in tragedy for some families. The Council estimated that across the country, over 700 people would lose their lives in holiday motor vehicle...
Using an accident reconstruction expert to recover damages
Motor vehicle accidents happen very rapidly. Many events that are crucial to understanding why the accident happened may be condensed into a few seconds. People involved in an accident often do not observe – or cannot remember – the sequence of events that caused the...
Tennessee fatal auto accident statistics surpass 1,000 in 2023
Auto accidents are one of the main causes of serious injuries and untimely deaths in Tennessee. To combat the problem, state entities track the number of fatal crashes. In addition, they assess the causes and strive to craft solutions to reduce their frequency....
Tennessee has four states in the top 20 for worst drivers
The roads across the nation are getting increasingly dangerous with a spike in auto accidents causing injuries and fatalities. In Memphis and throughout Tennessee, this is also a major concern. For people in Tennessee, however, they might not realize the level of risk...
Common causes of car accidents in Tennessee
Accidents are more and more frequent on Tennessee roads. Some of these accidents lead to catastrophic or even fatal injuries. In many cases, the accidents are not expected and nothing could have been done to prevent them. However, with that being said, there are many...
Can I be found partially to blame for my car accident?
Although a car accident can leave you with significant injuries that impact everything from your ability to work, carry out your daily activities, pay your bills, and feel confident about the future, a personal injury lawsuit might provide you with some relief. Of...
How can I claim compensation after I’m in a Tennessee crash?
If you have been injured or suffered property damage in a car accident, you may wonder how to get the compensation you deserve. Tennessee is a fault state, which means that the driver who caused the accident is responsible for paying for the damages of the other...
Tips for getting through the 100 deadliest days of summer
Summer is one of the best parts of being a teenager. We all likely have many happy memories of our summers as teenagers, spending time with friends and family at events and on vacations. One of the most important milestones for teenagers is getting their driver’s...