To start with, it's only fair to note that not all motorcycle clubs promote drinking, and some of them expressly forbid it while riders are on their bikes. They know the dangers and work hard to keep riders safe.However, there is clearly a link between drinking and...
Year: 2016
Tow truck driver finds body that police missed
A rather strange case has come out of Tennessee this month, as the police investigated a car accident and decided that the driver had fled the scene. They turned the minivan over to a tow truck driver, who towed it away and then attempted to shift the van into park at...
Distractions are never more important than paying attention
More than likely, you got into your car on the day of the accident and expected the other drivers on the road to pay diligent attention to the traffic laws. Sadly, not all Tennessee drivers take their responsibilities seriously when they are behind the wheel, and you...
Couples dies in violent Tennessee car accident
A brutal head-on collision took the lives of a couple in Tazewell, Tennessee. The accident happened on Sunday, Dec. 11, in the early morning hours.Reports indicate that just two vehicles were involved in the accident. The first was being driven by a 47-year-old man,...
Answers to your questions about Tennessee’s drug laws
Whether you've been arrested and charged or not, it's wise to know what drug laws are on the books in Tennessee. Below are a few answers to common questions about the current laws. 1. Do you have to be fined for possession of marijuana? You do. The fines are mandatory...
How a DUI can impact your college career
You go to college to focus on learning, bettering yourself, and preparing for a career. However, one careless decision, such as getting behind the wheel when you've had too much to drink, can throw that all away. Typically, your school is going to be notified that you...
How to determine fault and liability in a car accident
In a lot of traffic accidents, it is fairly obvious which parties are liable for the resulting damages and injuries. However, some factual scenarios may require more investigation by a Tennessee personal injury attorney to determine who is at fault, and who may be...
Tired truck drivers may not even realize they’re fatigued
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has put rules in place regarding how many hours truck drivers can work during a week, when they need to take breaks and more. The idea here is to keep truckers from being overworked and overly fatigued behind the wheel....
Should eating behind the wheel be banned?
We're very conscious of distracted driving these days, but that typically just means cellphone use. There are other serious distractions, though, such as trying to eat while driving. Does that mean hitting up the drive-thru and then eating your hamburger on the road...
Can you challenge a breath test?
So you got pulled over, the Tennessee police gave you a breath test and it said you were over the legal limit. They arrested you and they want to charge you with a DUI. That's the end of it, right? The test says that you broke the law, so you're going to be convicted....