We have often discussed issues relating to motorcycle accidents. The sad fact about these accidents is that the motorcycle rider is often severely injured. In really horrific cases, the motorcycle rider might die. We know that these motorcycle accidents are devastating to the motorcycle rider. We also know that the effect of the accident doesn’t […]
In Tennessee, any motorist with a valid Tennessee driver’s license is legally allowed to operate a motorized bicycle that is rated at 50cc or less. However, special licensing is required for any motor-driven cycle beyond that rating. Beginning at age 15, Tennessee residents are eligible to receive a special motorcycle learner permit, which is designed […]
Do I have to pay taxes on my car accident settlement? Yes and no, some portions of a car accident settlement are taxable. Whether you pay taxes depends on what type of damage awards you received in the settlement. For example, you may have to pay taxes on a settlement for your lost wages. The taxability […]
If you’ve been in a car accident in Knoxville and another driver or party is to blame, you should be able to collect damages to cover your accident-related costs. These can include property damage to your vehicle, medical expenses, ongoing care expenses, and even pain and suffering damages. These personal injury cases require an in-depth […]
How long you have to report a car accident to your insurance in Tennessee depends on your insurance company. Each one makes its own rules about the amount of time you have to notify them of a crash. Regardless of which insurance company you have, they like to be notified as soon as possible if […]
Courts in Tennessee randomly select drivers from the state’s voter registration and Department of Motor Vehicles databases to serve as jurors in criminal and civil cases. Juries play a key role in the U.S. legal system. The Constitution ensures a fair trial for those accused of crimes or negligence by allowing a jury of their […]
After several years of coverage by the media, the American public is now considered to be on notice about the dangers of reading, sending or composing text messages while driving. Statistics like the study by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, which found such behavior triples one risk of being involved in a car accident, has […]
It is impossible to know how long it will take to get a settlement check from a car accident in Tennessee. While we try to get your money to you as quickly as possible, there are no guarantees. Things happen, even in the most straightforward cases. The timeframe for receiving a settlement check after a […]
If you have been injured in a car accident, you may be able to recover damages from those responsible for your pain and suffering. Hiring the right attorney is one of the best things you can do to help your case. The attorney you hire should have experience with all the facets of a personal […]
A claim can still be pursued if the person who initially filed it later dies from a car accident. The deceased individual’s family members can continue the personal injury claim through a “survival action.” Family members can also file a wrongful death claim for losses they suffered because of their deceased family member. Yes, a claim […]
