Category Archives: Car Accident
The Insurance Company Called with an Offer. Here’s Why That Should Make You Nervous.
By Michael Beehan, Attorney at Law It usually happens about a week after the accident. You’re still sore. Maybe you’ve been to the doctor once, maybe not yet. You’re stressed about your car, stressed about missing work, stressed about all of it. And then your phone rings — it’s the other driver’s insurance company,… Read More »
Why Many Knoxville Car Accident Victims Choose Mediation to Resolve Their Car Accident Claims
Many Knoxville car accident victims want to resolve their car accident claims as efficiently and fairly as possible after a serious car accident happens. While some Knoxville car accident cases eventually proceed to trial, the reality is that many Knoxville injury claims are resolved through mediation before reaching a courtroom. The mediation process provides… Read More »
“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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
How Do Knoxville Car Accident Victims Get Compensation for Their Injuries When Another Driver Is At Fault?
After a serious car accident in Knoxville, many Knoxville car accident victims are left dealing with injuries, medical bills, and uncertainty about what comes next. Something Knoxville car accident victims need to know, however, is that if another driver caused the accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and losses, and… Read More »
Maximizing Your Recovery and Avoiding Common Pitfalls After a Tennessee Car Wreck
By Andrea Morgan Hancock After a car wreck, most people are overwhelmed. You may be dealing with pain, medical appointments, missed work, vehicle damage, calls from insurance adjusters, and the stress of figuring out what to do next. Unfortunately, the decisions you make in the days, weeks, and months after a wreck can have… Read More »