Did you know that weather-related accidents in the U.S. cause more deaths than larger weather disasters, such as flooding, tornadoes and hurricanes? Unfortunately, the state of Tennessee sees many adverse weather conditions throughout the year, which only increases...
There’s no question that drowsy driving is a bit of an epidemic in the U.S. This issue can occur if you don’t sleep well at night, take some medications, drink alcohol or work overnight. Unfortunately, drowsy driving is extremely dangerous and leads to thousands of...
During this hot time of year, it’s not any surprise that there are people heading down to Tennessee from the north to enjoy time at lakes and rivers. You may be seeing a great influx of travelers, and you may also notice that it’s just a little more difficult to get...
An afternoon motorcycle ride with friends and family is a favorite pastime for many Americans. However, this refreshing expedition can take a tragic turn if you are involved in a motorcycle accident. Motorbike accidents are caused by a number of factors. Some may...
If you’re dealing with the aftermath of a crash on your bicycle, one of the things you’ll likely need to do before you ride again is get a new helmet. Helmets are no longer effective in protecting the head once they’ve had an impact with the ground or another hard...
You expect the driver who causes a crash to pay for your costs. When the police officer who responds to the crash writes up a report making it clear that the other driver was the one at fault, you can make a claim against their policy for property damage losses and...
Drivers exceeding the posted limit may not be able to safely control their vehicles, especially when traffic is heavy or the weather is bad. Many people who habitually break the speed limit do so because they don't think the law is very important or that speeding has...
Motorcycle accidents are among the most fatal on the road, with motorcyclists being 30 times more likely to die in the event of an accident. This is largely due to the fact that bikes are less visible compared to vehicles and motorcyclists are more physically exposed...
If you were involved in a serious crash caused by another driver, recovering from your injuries is your primary focus. What if your car is in even worse shape than you are? When is it considered a “total loss,” and what does that mean for how much money you can get...
Every action you take in traffic involves some degree of risk. Crossing paths with other vehicles could possibly result in a collision, no matter where it happens. Given that intersections have people moving in multiple directions while approaching the same space,...