Author Archives: John Willis
How can vicarious liability apply in a truck accident?
Commercial truck drivers are on the road at the behest to someone else, commonly for their employers. Whenever a truck gets into an accident with another vehicle, the question frequently arises as to how the employer of the truck driver may also be liable in a negligence-based legal claim. The starting point in this… Read More »
A dangerous product does not care if you act reasonably
When it comes to identifying negligent behavior, Tennessee tort law refers to the idea of the “reasonable person.” Even though this individual is something of a myth — he or she is not a real person, just a model of behavior — most of us try to emulate his or her conduct as we… Read More »
Construction accidents can be complicated
The nature of the construction industry makes this line of work risky. Every day, construction workers are exposed to workplace hazards, like heavy machinery, defective equipment, and falls from scaffolds. If you were injured at a construction site, you should consider contacting an experienced attorney. Construction accidents can become very complicated. The attorney can… Read More »
How car-pedestrian accidents happen, and why
Government studies have generally been careful not to assign the majority of fault to either drivers or pedestrians when it comes to who is to blame for pedestrian accidents, and for good reason. Walking across the street while looking down at your smartphone and listening to music on a noise-reduction headset can be just… Read More »
Strict liability in products liability claims explained
The concept underlying products liability in Tennessee and elsewhere is that sometimes a company may make something that when it is designed or built is inherently unsafe to its intended customers. Anyone who suffers an injury or loss from using such a product, or surviving family members of someone who dies as a result… Read More »
Plant faces charges after worker burned to death
Tennessee residents may have heard about a worker who was accidentally burned to death in a California food processing plant on Oct. 11, 2012. Authorities stated that the company, Bumble Bee Foods, and several of its employees are now facing multiple charges. The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health stated that a 65-year-old… Read More »
Several Ford recalls in 1 week
Tennessee residents may be interested in learning more about why multiple Ford vehicles were recalled twice within the same week. Owners of the Lincoln MKZ, Ford Fiesta and Ford Fusion may be affected by a series recalls announced on April 29 and April 24. The 2014 Ford Fusion and ’14 and ’15 Lincoln MKZ… Read More »
Tennessee police chief hurt in rear-end auto accident
A Tennessee police chief was hurt in a car accident and hospitalized. The accident occurred at approximately 6 a.m. as the 57-year-old man waited for a traffic light to change. He was driving a Cadillac and heading to breakfast when a 68-year-old woman in a Kia Sorrento crashed into his car from behind. After… Read More »
Trek recalls nearly 1 million bicycles after rider paralyzed
Tennessee bike riders should be aware that nearly one million Trek bicycles have been recalled in the United States and Canada due to concerns the bike’s front wheel can come loose, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. One rider was left paralyzed by such an incident. The recall involves all Trek bicycle models… Read More »
Research shows two-second glance from road is dangerous
Tennessee residents may want to know about a new research study showing that drivers who take their eyes off of the road for as little as two seconds could increase their chances of an automobile accident. The results were announced in April by the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety. Currently, the National Highway… Read More »
