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According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), the rate of traffic accident fatalities in Tennessee has increased significantly over the past year, when data from 2011 is compared to data from 2012 so far. For example, recently-released statistics show that 331 people have been killed in Tennessee auto accidents so far in 2012, which represents a 13% increase in...
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Two bills are currently making their way through Tennessee legislature that would influence how local authorities act in the aftermath of Tennessee car accidents involving drivers who don't have a driver's license or car insurance. Car accidents continue to be a major cause of injury and death in Tennessee and across the United States, as the incidence of traffic accidents...
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In places like Nashville, Tennessee, pedestrians are a natural part of the landscape, as many Nashville residents and visitors walk for exercise, walk to work, or walk simply for pleasure every day. Unfortunately, the presence of pedestrians on Tennessee streets and sidewalks increases the risk of pedestrian accidents, which can result in devastating injuries and tragic loss of life. Regardless...
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One of the most common types of injuries associated with car accidents are soft tissue injuries. Not only are soft tissue injuries resulting from a car accident serious because of the significant pain they can inflict on the victim, but this type of injury can also lead to costly medical bills, loss of income, and long-lasting debilitating pain. In fact,...
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Don't Sign Insurance Documents After an Accident Without Consulting a Personal Injury Attorney If you are involved in an accident in Nashville, the steps you take in the aftermath can significantly affect your final outcome, including what kind of recovery you are entitled to and whether or not you are eligible to file a personal injury claim against the negligent...
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Drunk Driving Accident Liability and Holiday DUI Accidents Despite the considerable steps that have been taken to discourage drunk driving and to prevent alcohol- and drug-related accidents, driving under the influence (DUI) remains a serious problem in Tennessee and other states across the country. The holidays in particular are both a busy time on the roads and a time in...
