The Eighth Amendment guarantees inmates protection from “cruel and unusual punishment.” Under federal law, inmates are afforded protection from abuse and unsafe prison conditions. Even though your freedom is taken away from you in prison, prison personnel are prohibited from using excessive force or imposing unreasonable punishments on inmates. Our...

While downtown Nashville is known for its country music scene and lively nightlife, the area is not particularly safe for tourists. Given the city’s rich culture, downtown Nashville has seen an increase of cars on the road, causing an uptick in traffic accidents. The data cannot be mistaken, with almost...

In 2021, 41,615 cyclists suffered an injury on our country’s roads, a seven percent increase from the year prior. While the reason is not entirely clear, motor vehicle operators do not always see pedal cyclists. Especially between dusk and dawn, cyclists are at a higher risk of being struck by...

In 2022, over 42,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the United States, with the Volunteer State experiencing just over 1,300 fatalities. With society being in a constant rush and the roads becoming increasingly busy, fatal car accidents are only expected to rise in the coming years. The pain...

One of the most serious consequences an accident victim can suffer is internal injuries. These types of injuries can be fatal and can affect anyone. Internal injuries are often difficult to detect. If you fail to receive treatment for these injuries, it can result in life-threatening consequences. That is why...

You should go to the emergency room if you are suffering from a medical emergency, and you should go to urgent care if you’re suffering from mild to moderate injuries that are not life-threatening. Either way, it is always recommended to get medical attention immediately after getting injured in an...

When you get into a motor vehicle crash, and the other driver does not have auto insurance coverage, the situation will become more complicated than if they had insurance. This is especially true if they caused the crash and are responsible for compensating you for your injuries and other damages....

Many people do not understand the hazards of drinking while boating. Boating under the influence (BUI) is illegal in every state, including Tennessee. In 2023, 31 BUI arrests were made in the Volunteer State over the Fourth of July weekend alone. Studies show that a drunk boater will have a...

You run into your local grocery store to grab some last-minute items for dinner when, suddenly, you take a nasty fall. The floor has a sticky substance, making it slippery, a spill that was never mopped up. A tragic experience, many people do not realize that they may be entitled...

Yes. Tennessee has stringent slip and fall laws. These are also called premises liability laws and are designed to protect the rights of people who have suffered an injuries in slip and fall accidents. An essential slip and fall law that injury victims must know is that they have the...

You are at your favorite park when you lose your footing due to a large crack in the sidewalk. You end up tearing a ligament in your knee, requiring immediate surgery. While recovering from surgery, you keep wondering how you are going to pay for your medical bills. Tennessee premises...

If you have been involved in a T-bone accident, you may require surgery in combination with physical therapy to fully heal. This does not begin to cover the damage done to your vehicle. Between medical expenses, lost time from work, and the cost for a mechanic to repair your vehicle,...

If you receive SSDI benefits, you may have questions about what happens when you reach retirement age. The truth is that maximizing your benefits – by striking the right balance between the two – is important to your financial well-being. While this is a straightforward issue, there are other concerns...

While dangerous car accidents can happen anywhere – and often do – some of the deadliest and most terrifying happen on bridges, and Nashville has no shortage of these dangerous accident sites. If you’ve suffered an injury in a car accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence and takes...

Whether you were injured when you slipped on a wet floor, were hit by a distracted driver, or fell off defective scaffolding, you likely have a personal injury claim. While litigated cases may be resolved in less than one year, more complex cases can take a year or more to...

Each year, Americans pay thousands of dollars in car insurance premiums. It is estimated that Tennesseans will pay over $1,500 on average in 2024, with residents in some states paying close to $2,500 each year. Most of us view insurance as a security blanket that will help us when we...

Under Tennessee law, you cannot directly sue an insurance company after a truck accident. As such, the legal action will be brought against the against the truck driver and the trucking company. However, the reality is that you are actually suing an insurance company- one with deep pockets. Our Nashville...

When conditions are hazardous, accidents are bound to happen. Examining a recent five-year period, there were a total of 193,487 accidents in the Volunteer State. Ranked as one of the least snowy states in the country, it is no wonder that Tennessee drivers do not know how to drive in...

Slip and falls can happen at work, school, the grocery store, a parking lot, or even at a friend’s house. No matter the location, a slip and fall can result in serious injuries requiring hospitalization. Tennessee has strict laws regarding the responsibilities of property owners. All property owners have a...

Nashville is well-known as the home of country music. A main tourist spot, the city has a network of nine highways, causing traffic congestion to be an ongoing issue. While ease of access is a plus in Nashville and Davidson County, these highways are known to be a major source...

Slip and fall accidents due to lack of signage, such as wet floor signs, may result in various serious injuries, from sprains and broken bones to life-altering head injuries or spine damage. If you did not notice that the grocery store floor was wet due to the lack of warning...

According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), the deadliest year for pedestrians in Nashville is 2022, with 49 pedestrian fatalities. Preliminary data from the TDOT shows that pedestrian accidents in the city are slightly lower than in 2022. As of October 2023, 91 pedestrian crashes involving serious injury and...

Nashville bars and nightclubs are popular places to go out, relax, and have some fun. However, with big crowds, the consumption of alcohol, and other factors present in nightclubs, sometimes things can go awry. If you were injured or assaulted at a nightclub, you might be wondering what your rights...

Motor vehicle crashes are inherently stressful and confusing, especially if you suffer property damage and serious injuries. However, getting into a crash with a rental or rental vehicle can be even more confusing because you can’t be sure of the legal and financial consequences. The main reason for this is...

Unfortunately, no. Social Security Disability Insurance, commonly known as SSD, only covers individuals suffering from a total disability and does not cover short-term or partial disability. SSD benefits, which are administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), aim to provide benefits for those who have severe disabilities, such that they’re...

A seemingly minor slip and fall accident can potentially cause major injuries or death. If you’ve suffered injuries in a slip and fall accident because of another’s negligence, you have legal protections and rights under the law. One of these is the right to pursue compensation for your injuries and...

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is coverage that’s specifically intended for individuals with disabilities. Like all types of insurance policies, eligible individuals will only receive benefits for a predetermined period. The coverage expires once this period has passed. This means you will not be able to receive benefits if you...

Whether you drive a sedan, SUV, electric car, or minivan, all drivers or vehicle owners want a safe and reliable vehicle that will not need multiple visits to the repair shop and keep them and other road users safe on the roadway. However, some vehicles are rolled out with design...

Since it launched in 2009, Uber has transformed the transportation industry all over the world. With the touch of a button, customers can request and pay for a ride to anywhere they want to go. The existence of Uber ridesharing has made finding a ride for a night out on the town...

If you’ve been injured and want to file a personal injury claim against the negligent party, you’ve probably started looking for a Davidson County personal injury lawyer to represent you. You’ve also probably seen lawyers claiming that you will not have to pay them if they don’t win your case...

Riding a motorcycle is inherently more dangerous than driving four-wheeled motor vehicles simply due to the fact that riders are more exposed, are not wearing seatbelts, are not protected with a steel frame, and are less stable since motorcycles only have two wheels. If you get into a motorcycle crash,...

Slips and falls are more hazardous than you may realize. Approximately one million emergency room visits are attributed to slips and falls yearly. If you suffered injuries in a slip and fall accident in Tennessee, you have the right to get compensated for your injuries and related losses. But you...

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are one of the most sought-after disability income sources for many people. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is responsible for administering these benefits, and since SSDI are government benefits, the rules, requirements, and payouts are generally the same nationwide. Based on the most recent...

If you have experienced sexual assault, abuse, or harassment on your college campus, you are certainly not alone. In fact, sexual assault is all too common on college campuses across the country, including throughout Tennessee. Sexual assault, abuse, and harassment frequently happen on campuses such as Vanderbilt University, Fisk University,...

College is an incredibly exciting time for most students, but it can be an anxiety-ridden time as well. A top concern that many students and their parents share is the risk of getting sexually harassed or abused on campus. A sexual assault and sexual misconduct survey by the Association of...

The various roadways and intersections in Nashville fuel valuable access to jobs, education, recreation, and visiting family and friends. The city’s significant growth indicates a need for more roadways to facilitate efficient travel. However, this growth comes at a price for the people who bike, walk, ride transit, or utilize...

One of the most heart-wrenching and traumatic things that anyone can experience is sexual abuse. Whether the incident happened when you were a child or an adult, years ago or days ago, the damages and negative consequences you can suffer can change your life forever. Your abuser should be prosecuted...

A lot of people mistakenly believe that bouncers have the unrestricted authority to remove people from bars and clubs, use physical force against people, or beat up people. Contrary to what you’ve seen in TV shows or films, bouncers can only use reasonable force to remove people from the premises...

Motor vehicle accidents are stressful enough when they involve privately owned and operated vehicles. However, getting hit by a government vehicle can be even more overwhelming and leave you wondering whether you can get compensated for your losses at all. But that does not automatically mean you cannot recoup for...

Millions of hyped-up people go to concerts, sporting events, festivals, and other events every year. While there are security personnel and measures are in place in these events, the seating areas are usually packed, and standing-only events are cramped because of everyone scrambling to get closer to the best spots....

Although many people think that bouncers have special rights or privileges in Tennessee or that they are law enforcement officers, this isn’t true. Bouncers have no special rights or protections other than those afforded to everyday people. They don’t have the right to use force whenever they feel like it....

In Tennessee, it’s common to see bouncers or security guards at bars, nightclubs, concerts, festivals, and even some sporting events. Their job is to help keep people safe and to maintain the peace. Generally, they are good at what they do and can be trusted. However, there are times when...

You and your friends are out for a well-deserved night on the town. Everyone is having a good time - until a verbal argument suddenly breaks out between your group and another. Before you know it, the argument turns into a physical altercation. A nearby bouncer gets involved in trying...

It’s been a stressful week at work and home. It’s Friday, and you just go paid. All you want to do is have a few beers with your friends before you head home after work for the weekend. However, another group walks into the same bar with different ideas. They...