The criminal justice system is far from perfect, and it can have real world consequences. Wrongful convictions cost defendants their freedom, their reputation, their ability to earn a living, and possibly their lives. A wrongful conviction also affects the families of anyone who is wrongfully convicted. According to the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), an [...]
Most car accidents involve two cars that collide in head-on, broadside, or sideswipe collisions. Many multiple-car accidents involve chain reaction accidents where one car strikes a second car which strikes a third car – and so on. There are some accidents, though, that happen because one car driver’s negligence causes other vehicles to collide with [...]
Several new criminal statutes become effective in 2024. At Delius & McKenzie, PLLC, our criminal defense lawyers understand the latest laws that may affect you in the event any criminal charges are filed against you. The Tennessean recently discussed some of these laws. Generally, statutes that are passed in Tennessee in 2023 become effective on [...]
When individuals are involved in car accidents, one of the first things that they may notice is back pain. This is usually because they sustained a back or spine injury, which are very common in any type of motor vehicle accident. Sometimes, back and spine injuries will heal quickly on their own with rest and [...]
If you have suffered a serious personal injury and you cannot reach a settlement with the other party, your case may proceed to a jury trial. If your personal injury case ends up going to trial, you may be wondering what exactly this means and what it may entail. When lawyers speak of “trials,” they [...]
Although you may have been under the impression that your child was close to perfect and would never be charged with a DUI, it is important to realize that everyone makes mistakes at some point in their lives, especially during their adolescent and teenage years. You may have spent a great deal of time teaching [...]
One of the first questions our clients typically ask is about how much their car accident claims are worth. This is natural, as you are likely wondering if you will receive enough compensation to cover your medical expenses, lost income, monthly bills, and more. Therefore, it may be beneficial for you to know and understand [...]
Many people encounter times when they need to defend themselves in physical altercations. While it may sound simple to claim self-defense when you are physically attacked or threatened by another person, it can actually become very difficult to prove that you legally acted in self-defense and did not take things too far. It is important [...]
Consent is a common defense to many different types of sex crimes and offenses including rape, sexual assault, and sexual abuse. “Consent” is also a legal term of art. The precise definition may vary from state to state and from one offense to the other. Our criminal defense lawyers understand when defendants can argue consent [...]
While there are many benefits to riding motorcycles, such as the joy of riding in the fresh air with friends and inexpensive transportation, there are dangers too. Many motorcycle accidents cause serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and fatalities. According to the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security’s dashboard, there have been 2,066 motorcycle [...]
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