It’s very clear that cellphone distraction causes accidents. Drivers need to have their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel. Holding the phone and looking down at the screen makes it impossible to do both of these things, making it one of the most...
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The sinister nature of elder abuse
Those tasked with caring for the elderly, only to violate trust by committing abuse, represent a breach of trust and a sinister crime. Intentionally causing harm to or failing to protect seniors is a continuing problem lacking an effective solution. Various types of...
Can delivery delays cause birth injuries?
The birth of a child is a joyous occasion for any family, but it can also be a time of great anxiety and uncertainty. When a baby is born with a birth injury, the parents are often left wondering what went wrong. Let’s explore the relationship between delivery delays...
How is fault established in a car accident?
Establishing each driver's level fault after an accident is a significant part of the settlement process. This is because the negligence of the parties involved in the crash will affect the compensation they can recover. Under Tennessee's modified comparative...
What is prohibited under the “hands free” law?
Tennessee took a stand against distracted driving when the state enacted the "hands free" law that took effect in 2019. Ever since then, it has been illegal for drivers to use mobile devices in ways that were deemed too distracting, leading to car accidents all across...
Should you talk to an insurance company after a car accident?
When you are involved in a car accident, you may be confused for a moment, which can lead to costly mistakes. Thus, you should take a pause and make the right moves. Further, confirm if it’s safe to talk to the other driver to exchange contact and insurance...
Are teens really the worst drivers?
Everybody seems to have a theory about who makes the worst drivers – whether they blame seniors, harried soccer parents with SUVs full of kids or folks of the opposite gender. Statistically speaking, however, the very worst drivers are teenagers between 16 and 19...
How can you guard against medication errors?
Medication errors happen so easily. Fatigued doctors write down dosages with a decimal point in the wrong place. Distracted pharmacists pick up the wrong bottle by mistake when filling a prescription. A harried nurse delivers medication meant for Patient A to Patient...
What kind of damages can you claim after a car accident?
Not everyone understands the damages they can claim after a car crash. As a result, many accident victims get much less compensation than they deserve for the harm and losses caused by a negligent driver. It helps to understand what you are entitled to claim in...
Do you have a valid wrongful death claim?
A wrongful death exists when someone dies due to the negligence of another person or entity. This can occur in several scenarios. For instance, a negligent driver may cause a fatal crash, while mistakes by a healthcare provider can lead to a patient’s death. These are...