Alternate Sentencing Options in Tennessee
When most people get into trouble for the first time, or even for something new, they understandably worry about what they’re about to face. It seems like every crime show depicts the only options being stiff penalties or turning over valuable information in the hopes of cutting a deal for an easier sentence. This is…
Read MoreWhat Should I Bring to My First Consultation with a Personal Injury Lawyer?
When you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you are instantly thrust into a nerve wracking experience that seems like it might never end. That’s what the insurance companies want you to think because they know that if they can wear you down, you’ll either go away or agree to a much lower settlement…
Read MoreBoating Under the Influence Is Illegal in Tennessee
Taking out the boat or watercraft on a warm day to get some sun and then cool off on the water with friends and family is a pastime enjoyed by many Tennesseans. However, some individuals may lose sight of the fact that drinking and boating is a dangerous combination, and just as illegal as drinking…
Read MoreHow Do I Get a Copy of the Police Report from My Car Accident?
Car accidents, no matter whose fault, can be just the beginning of a process of red tape and paperwork. You must exchange information, documentation, and paperwork with the driver of the other vehicle, get in touch with insurance companies, visit your doctor, and get the police report. A police report is standard for any type…
Read MoreAssault Still a Significant Problem in Tennessee
Families and communities are greatly affected in the negative sense when touched by violent crime. Violent crimes, such as assault, not only cause physical harm to victims, but also emotional and social distress which leads to anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, and premature death. Crime in neighborhoods can affect the local economy in addition to…
Read MoreIs Video Footage from Doorbell Cameras Admissible in Court?
“Smart” doorbells like Ring or Nest give many homeowners a sense of security. Being able to see and hear who is at your door, as well as the potential crime deterrent offered by the presence of the doorbell itself, provides consumers a less expensive way to set up a home security system. Many of the…
Read MoreFDA Recalls Nearly 150 Brands of Hand Sanitizer
More than six months into the coronavirus pandemic, Americans are still relying on the use of face masks and hand sanitizer to keep them safe and healthy. In the early weeks and months of the virus, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended the use of alcohol-based sanitizer, the liquid was difficult…
Read MoreCommercial Trucking Company Liability and Proposed Insurance Coverage Changes
Throughout the state of Tennessee, commercial trucks are a common sight on highways and other roadways. Often, the drivers operating these trucks are not the owners of the vehicles. Trucking companies usually train drivers to operate company trucks. Therefore, if a passenger vehicle is involved with a commercial truck, injured parties may be eligible to…
Read MoreTennessee’s Latest DUI Law Clamps Down Harder on Repeat Offenders
Tennessee drivers who repeatedly drink and drive and now face harsher penalties than ever before. Updated laws now focus on individuals who have been convicted of DUI four times or more. The consequences for convictions for these repeat offenders have become much more severe. Stiffer consequences for DUI repeat offenders Before recent legislation changes, conviction…
Read MoreHow Can I Keep My Loved Ones in Nursing Homes Safe?
The last several months have been difficult for many who have loved ones in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Elderly adults living in these facilities, many of whom have chronic underlying medical conditions, have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Many families are living with the anxiety of not knowing if their loved ones are…
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