An arrest and conviction for a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol charge can be life-altering, even if no injuries take place. A DUI conviction is permanently on the driver’s record and never comes off. A serious conviction such as this can alter their ability to get jobs, pay their more...

The very nature of a motorcycle, exposure to the elements, with no restraints, and the vehicle's light weight drive the risk of an accident up monumentally. There is a much greater chance of a more severe injury when there are no seatbelts, airbags, or other built-in protections. If you have been in a motorcycle...

When a person dies as a result of another’s negligence or reckless actions in Tennessee, the surviving family has the right to file a wrongful death claim. What is Considered a Wrongful Death in Tennessee? Any death caused by a wrongful act, omission, or injury inflicted by another party is, by Tennessee law, a...

Anyone who has taxes deducted from their paycheck is eligible for workers’ compensation, including part-time employees. However, Tennessee workers’ compensation law does not require all employers to carry workers’ comp insurance. Therefore, if you are a part-time employee needing workers’ comp benefits, it will depend on whether your employer purchased a policy. Workers’ Compensation...

Insurance is mandatory in most states, and driving without one is illegal. So, if you are involved in a car accident with no insurance, it could lead to serious penalties, such as fines, license suspension, car registration, etc. It could also lead to jail time in some cases. If you are responsible for an...