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“We Never Thought It Would Happen to Us”: What Knoxville Families Need to Know After Losing a Loved One in a Fatal Car Accident
Few Knoxville families ever expect to receive the devastating phone call that a loved one was killed in a car accident. Unfortunately, fatal car accidents happen throughout Knoxville every year, leaving surviving Knoxville families facing overwhelming grief, emotional trauma, financial hardship, and uncertainty about the future. In many fatal car accident cases in Knoxville,… Read More »
Fatal 5-Car Accident on I-40 in Knoxville Raises Questions About the Rights of Knoxville Car Accident Victims and Their Families
A tragic multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 in Knoxville recently raised serious questions about the rights of Knoxville car accident victims and their families under Tennessee personal injury laws. According to the Knoxville Police Department, officers responded to a five-vehicle crash on I-40 West near Cedar Bluff Road during the afternoon hours on February… Read More »
The Recreational Use Statute Trap: Why Injured Tennesseans May Have No Remedy on Public Land
By Lauren Scieszinski Morse, Attorney at Law Tennessee is full of beautiful places to hike, swim, boat, fish, camp, sightsee, and enjoy the outdoors. From state parks and lakes to trails, greenways, and public recreation areas, Tennesseans are encouraged to get outside and use public spaces. But there is a legal trap many people… Read More »
Why More Knoxville Car Accident Cases in 2026 Involve Distracted Driving and Cell Phone Evidence
Distracted driving continues to be one of the biggest causes of serious car accidents in Knoxville in 2026. As Knoxville drivers become increasingly dependent on smartphones, navigation apps, messaging platforms, streaming services, and in-vehicle technology, more Knoxville car accident investigations now involve questions about cell phone use and distracted driving behavior. Unfortunately, even a… Read More »
When Fun On The Water Turns Dangerous: Understanding Liability In Tennessee Tubing And Towed Watersport Accidents
By Lauren Scieszinski Morse, Attorney at Law Few things say summer in East Tennessee like a day on the lake, whether it’s Norris, Fort Loudoun, Melton Hill or any of the other nine lakes around our home. [Pop quiz: Can you name the nine lakes? Answer below!] And if you’re on the lake, you… Read More »
3 Things You Need to Know if You Were Recently Injured in a Serious Car Accident in Knoxville
A serious car accident can change a Knoxville car accident victim’s life in only a few seconds. Many Knoxville car accident victims suddenly find themselves dealing with painful injuries, medical treatment, lost wages, vehicle damage, insurance company calls, and uncertainty about what steps to take next. In many Knoxville car accident cases, injured Knoxville… Read More »
Why Big Box Stores Can Be Dangerous for Knoxville Shoppers
Most Knoxville shoppers visit big box stores without giving much thought to their safety. However, the reality is that large retail stores can present a variety of hazards that can lead to serious injuries for unsuspecting shoppers in Knoxville. From crowded aisles and falling merchandise to slippery floors and poorly maintained parking lots, accidents… Read More »
Knoxville Traffic Fatalities Drop Nearly 45% – But Serious Car Accidents Remain a Major Risk for Knoxville Drivers
A new report from the Knoxville Police Department contains encouraging news for Knoxville drivers. According to KPD, traffic fatalities in Knoxville dropped by nearly 45 percent in 2025, with 29 traffic-related deaths recorded compared to 52 fatalities in 2024. The 29 fatalities represented the lowest number of traffic deaths within Knoxville city limits since… Read More »
The Text Messages That Can Win—Or Destroy—Your Tennessee Custody Case
By Lauren Scieszinski Morse, Attorney at Law Before I tell you what to text during a custody dispute, let me tell you what not to do. Don’t send the message you wrote while you were angry. Don’t hit “send” because you want the other parent to understand how hurt, frustrated, or exhausted you are…. Read More »
Knoxville Car Accident Lawyer Explains What Knoxville Car Accident Victims Need to Know During the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer”
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, but it also marks the beginning of what safety experts call the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” for teen drivers. According to local news reports citing AAA and other traffic safety organizations, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day consistently sees an increase in serious… Read More »