Car Accidents in East Tennessee

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Maryville Car Accident Lawyers

Helping drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicycle riders, and families when car accidents cause injuries and deaths

Cars regularly use State Route 73, US Routes 129, 321, and 411, and many local roads in and around Maryville. Car accidents happen all too frequently because drivers speed, drive while distracted, and for many other reasons. At Delius, McKenzie & McCarter, we hold drivers accountable when their negligence causes personal injuries and fatalities. Our Maryville car accident lawyers pursue compensation for all the pain and suffering, medical bills, lost income, and property damage that car accidents cause. Call us today to assert your right to compensation.

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Why are car accidents dangerous?

According to preliminary estimates released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 17,000 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes nationwide during the first half of 2025.

Injuries and fatalities may occur as drivers and passengers collide with each other, with dashboards and steering wheels, and with other parts of a car. Broken glass and debris may cause injuries. The metal from the occupant’s car or another car can cause harm. Many victims suffer injuries due to the rapid back-and-forth movement of their neck and other body parts. Airbags can save lives, but are also capable of causing severe harm. Victims may be thrown from the vehicle.

Pedestrians and bicycle riders who are struck by cars have virtually no physical barriers to protect them. These victims often collide with the hard ground.

The faster and bigger the cars involved in an accident are, the more likely that serious injuries and deaths will occur.

What types of car accidents do you handle in Maryville?

Our Maryville car accident lawyers handle all types of car accidents, including the following:

  • Head-on crashes
  • Broadsides/T-bone accidents
  • Rear-end collisions
  • Sideswipes
  • Intersection accidents
  • Merging accidents
  • Passing accidents
  • Single-vehicle accidents
  • Multiple-vehicle accidents
  • Uber and Lyft accidents
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What are the causes of car accidents in Maryville?

At Delius, McKenzie & McCarter, we work with the police, investigators, and other experts (such as traffic reconstruction experts and car part safety experts) if necessary, to help show how your accident happened, why it happened, and who is responsible for the accident.

Some of the common causes of accidents on all types of roads, from single-lane roads to high-speed roads, include the following:

  • Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
  • Driving while distracted (such as texting, using a mobile phone, eating, drinking, using a GPS, or tending to a pet)
  • Driving while tired
  • Speeding, driving through a traffic signal, tailgating, and many other traffic violations
  • Driving too fast for the weather or traffic conditions
  • Many other causes, depending on how the accident happens

What types of injuries do car accidents cause?

We work with your doctors (and our network of physicians if necessary) to verify your injuries, review the medical care you’ll need, understand just how much pain and suffering you have, and all the ways your injuries are affecting your life.

We handle all types of catastrophic and serious injuries, including:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
  • Spinal cord damage, including partial and full paralysis
  • Fractures/broken bones
  • Loss of limb/traumatic amputation
  • Back, neck, and shoulder injuries
  • Tissue damage, including nerve, muscle, tendon, and ligament damage
  • Internal bleeding and organ damage
  • Burns
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Psychological injuries
  • Hearing and/or vision loss
  • Death

Who is liable when car accidents happen?

In many cases, just the driver is liable. In some cases, other defendants may also be liable. Our Maryville car accident lawyers file claims against every responsible party. The defendants may include one or more of the following:

  • A driver
  • A negligent driver’s employer
  • The owner of the car is different from the driver, such as when a teen causes an accident using a parent’s car
  • A manufacturer of defective car parts
  • An alcohol seller may be liable only in limited situations under Tennessee law, generally when the seller knowingly sells to someone under 21 or sells to a visibly intoxicated person, and the strict requirements of Tenn. Code Ann. § 57-10-102 are met
  • Where claims are permitted, a governmental agency or entity, such as the Tennessee Department of Transportation

How does a car accident claim work in Maryville?

We understand how anxious you are. We can prepare you for each step of your car accident claim. The main phases of a car accident case are the following:

  • The initial consultation. Our Maryville car accident lawyer aims to get to know you, answer your questions, discuss what happened, and review your injuries. We’re here to explain the various stages of your claim. During your consultation, we can also prepare and explain our contingency fee agreement.
  • The investigation. We work with professionals who can help show how the accident happened and why the defendant(s) should be held accountable.
  • The discovery process. This part of your case involves submitting and responding to written questions about what happened. It involves personally questioning you, questioning the defendants, and interviewing witnesses. Discovery also includes obtaining any relevant documents, such as insurance policies.
  • The preparation of our demand. We work with your doctors, other experts, and you to show the full scope and severity of all your damages.
  • Negotiations with insurance companies. We review the positions of the insurance companies. We anticipate and work to counter the many arguments they’re likely to make to try to deny or limit your claim. We also review what other cases like yours have settled for or what verdicts have been entered in the recent past. We work to obtain a fair and just settlement.
  • A trial before a jury, if necessary. We help to select jurors capable of fairly deciding your case. We understand how to argue cases in court before a judge and jury.

What’s the value of a car accident case in Maryville?

We work with physicians, employers, car mechanics, and others to show what economic and personal damages you have. Our attorneys pursue compensation for your damages so far and your future damages. These damages generally include:

  • The medical bills from every healthcare provider for every reasonably necessary treatment
  • Lost income, including wages, business income, and benefits
  • Physical pain and emotional suffering
  • Property damage, such as car damage
  • Additional damages. These may include:
    • Scarring and disfigurement
    • Inability to use a body part
    • The inability to enjoy life’s pleasures
    • Loss of consortium (marital comforts and enjoyment)

If you are partially at fault for an accident, you can still file a claim and receive damages if your degree of fault is less than 50 percent of everyone’s fault. Your award may be reduced by your percentage of fault. We may seek punitive or exemplary damages in limited cases involving intentional, malicious, or reckless conduct, as permitted under Tennessee law.

We also file wrongful death claims seeking damages if a car accident is fatal. Wrongful death damages include:

  • The funeral and burial costs
  • The loss of financial support from your loved one
  • The loss of comfort, guidance, love, and companionship from your loved one
  • The medical bills and the pain and suffering of your loved one, due to the accident, prior to their death

How much time do I have to file my car accident claim?

Generally, personal injury claims must be filed within one year of the injury, and wrongful death claims must be filed within one year of the date of death.

Please call us as soon as possible to help protect your claim. Prompt action also helps us investigate the accident, review what medical care you need, and give you the peace of mind you need.

Do you have a Maryville car accident lawyer near me?

We meet clients at our office located at 124 Court Avenue in Sevierville, TN. Our lawyers also speak with clients by phone and through Zoom and other online video platforms. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, we can arrange to meet you at your home or another location.

We’re here to guide you step-by-step through this difficult time.

We also represent car accident victims in Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge.

Get help from our experienced Maryville car accident lawyers now

Car accidents are devastating. Minor injuries can still take months to heal. Major injuries can permanently change your life. At Delius, McKenzie & McCarter, we’ve helped many car accident victims pursue justice for their injuries. Please call us or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle car accident claims on a contingency fee basis.