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Monthly Archives: November 2015

New York Times Series Details the Problems with Forced Arbitration

By Brad Burnette |

Arbitration was historically used as a means for large companies to resolve disputes among themselves without resorting to protracted litigation before the courts. Unfortunately, a big-business campaign of lobbying and judicial activism has expanded the reach of “mandatory arbitration” to disputes involving individuals, such as nursing home patients, who lack equal bargaining power or… Read More »

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When Is a Parent or Guardian Liable for a Child’s Accident?

By John Willis |

As a parent, you naturally worry your child may be hurt in a motor vehicle accident. And when such accidents do occur, you naturally want to hold someone responsible. However, Tennessee law often frustrates parental anger, especially when it comes to negligence and motor vehicles. Step-Grandmother Not Responsible for Teenager’s ATV Accident The Tennessee… Read More »

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Preserving Evidence in a Product Liability Case

By John Willis |

Many car accidents are the result of defects in the manufacturing of a vehicle or one of its components, such as a tire. Tennessee law allows a victim to sue the manufacturer—and in some cases, the seller—of a defective product. But it is essential to follow the law in bringing a product liability claim,… Read More »

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Personal Injury Lawsuits Often Turn on Procedural Issues

By Brad Burnette |

When it comes to personal injury cases, Tennessee law does not treat all claims the same. Certain cases may be subject to different procedural rules. It is important to understand these differences because they can negatively affect your ability to seek and recover damages against a responsible party. Distinguishing Negligence from Health Care Liability… Read More »

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Am I Liable if a Teenager Drinks in My House and Gets Into an Accident?

By John Willis |

With the holidays approaching, many people will host parties for families and friends. If your parties include anyone under the age of 21, you should take special care to ensure they are not receiving or consuming alcoholic beverages of any kind. While you might think it is safe to allow teenagers to drink under… Read More »

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Should My Personal Injury Case Be Heard in Federal or State Court?

By Brad Burnette |

It is not uncommon for a defendant in a product liability or other personal injury lawsuit to prefer federal over state courts. Although the substantive law of Tennessee governs such cases regardless of venue, federal courts apply different procedural rules which often prove more favorable to defendants. That is why, if you are a… Read More »

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How Does a Hospital Lien Affect Accident Victims?

By John Willis |

Following a car accident, you may be worried about paying your medical bills. Even if you have insurance, a hospital may attach a lien against any future judgment you may collect in a personal injury lawsuit against the parties responsible for the accident. It is therefore important to understand how these liens work, and… Read More »

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Volvo Faces Trial in Nashville Over Defective Wiring in Truck

By Brad Burnette |

Defective products cause thousands of injuries to consumers every year. Product liability is an especially serious concern when dealing with motor vehicles, as even small defects can lead to car accidents. While manufacturers attempt to correct defects through the government-supervised recall system, that is often not sufficient to prevent potentially deadly accidents. Recall Not… Read More »

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