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Dogs can make great companions, protectors, and additions to any family home. However, some dogs can be dangerous when they aren’t properly cared for or trained. It is the responsibility of Tennessee dog owners to properly train and maintain control of their dogs. When owners fail to do so, bystanders or visitors can be seriously injured. According to the Center…
Concussions are one of the most common crash-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). A concussion occurs when the brain experiences trauma due to blunt impact or violent shaking. This can happen during a crash when the head slams into the steering wheel, dashboard, head rest or airbag. It can also be caused by severe whiplash from a high-impact rear-end collision or…
Nashville is one of the most walkable cities in Tennessee. Residents and visitors can often run daily errands and enjoy local amenities without a car. Nashville’s walkable infrastructure does not extend throughout the entire city, however. Distracted drivers, drunk drivers, and speeders threaten the lives of pedestrians each day throughout the Music City. 2019 the deadliest year for pedestrians In…
Damages in a personal injury case shouldn’t just be limited to medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. In many cases, people who are injured in car accidents suffer mental and emotional trauma, as well as other forms of pain and suffering. These damages are considered non-economic and may be compensated with incontestable evidence. According to the U.S. Department of…
Distracted driving is not a new phenomenon, but it’s a problem that appears to be getting worse, according to an Insurance.com study. More drivers are texting, fiddling with navigation systems and getting distracted by children in their car than they were two years ago, the study finds. Insurance.com surveyed 1,000 motorists about distracted driving and other risky behavior behind the…
Multitasking or engaging in any kind of activity that takes drivers’ attention away from the road has become an unfortunate part of our driving culture. At any given time, a driver within your vicinity could be texting, making a phone call, browsing social media, eating, drinking, or taking care of personal hygiene behind the wheel. According to the Centers for…
Slip, trip, and fall hazards are common at Nashville grocery stores. Sometimes, they are difficult to spot, which makes falls unexpected and unpredictable. Grocery store falls can happen in aisles, check out areas, entrances, exits, restrooms, parking lots, and outdoor walkways. If you were hurt in a grocery store fall because the hazard wasn’t properly addressed, it’s critical that you…
Among the most likely causes of brake failure is the loss of fluid in the system, which operates on hydraulic pressure. In the event of a serious leak, the vehicle’s warning light should engage when the brakes are applied. Stop driving the vehicle and get immediate mechanical attention. A sudden leak, though, can lead to an accident with little or…