Monthly Archives: February 2026
Radiation Exposure in Tennessee: Understanding RECA and Your Options
Radiation exposure didn’t just happen somewhere else. It happened here — in our community. For many families, the effects of exposure didn’t show up right away, leaving loved ones searching for answers years later. That’s why the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) was created. This federal program helps individuals who developed certain cancers, providing… Read More »
New Year, New Me? Find Out How You Can Protect Your Personal Safety and Your Rights at Your New Gym as You Get Fit in the New Year
As the new year begins, many people in Knoxville are signing up for gym memberships and recommitting to fitness goals. Indeed, January is one of the busiest months for gyms, fitness studios, and training facilities, with new members filling weight rooms, locker rooms, and group classes. However, while focusing on health and wellness is… Read More »
Knoxville Mother Mourns Loss of Daughter in Fatal Car Crash
A Knoxville family is facing unimaginable grief after a young woman lost her life in a tragic car crash on Interstate 40. According to reports, 19-year-old Melody Williams was killed early Friday morning, November 21, in a crash on the entrance ramp to I-40 East from Hall of Fame Drive. Reports indicate that the… Read More »
Injured in a Car Accident in 2026? Here’s How Long You Typically Have to Bring a Claim in Knoxville
If you were injured in a car accident in Knoxville in 2026, one of the most important things to understand is how little time you may have to protect your legal rights. The truth is that Tennessee has one of the shortest statutes of limitations in the country for car accident and personal injury… Read More »
Depositions in Knoxville Car Accident Lawsuits: What You Need to Know and Why You Need a Lawyer for Your Deposition Now
When a car accident victim in Knoxville moves their claim for compensation beyond the insurance phase and into litigation, the truth of the matter is that the process becomes far more formal and legally demanding. One of the most critical stages in a Knoxville car accident lawsuit is the deposition. Depositions are sworn testimony… Read More »
The Statute of Limitations Applicable to Knoxville Car Accident Cases in 2026
If you were injured in a car accident in Knoxville, one of the most critical deadlines you need to understand is the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations (often abbreviated “SOL”) is a law that sets the maximum amount of time you have to file a lawsuit after an injury or accident. Missing… Read More »
1 Dead, 1 Hit with Criminal Charges in Fatal Wrong-Way Accident in Knoxville
A tragic wrong-way crash on January 18, 2026, has left one motorcyclist dead and a Knoxville driver facing serious criminal charges. According to local news reports, Knoxville Police responded around 7:15 p.m. to a collision on I-640 West near the Broadway exit. Investigators determined that a vehicle had struck a guardrail, began traveling in… Read More »
Carbon Monoxide Leak At Milligan University
A carbon monoxide leak at Milligan University’s Steve Lacy Fieldhouse recently sent more than 300 students and staff members to area hospitals, making it one of the largest mass exposure events in East Tennessee in recent memory. The leak, discovered on the morning of February 5, 2025, went undetected for an unknown period of… Read More »