Car accidents remain a leading cause of injury among all age groups. In fact, every year, about 4.4 million Americans suffer serious enough injuries in car accidents to need emergency medical care. While some accidents lead to minor injuries, wrong-way crashes often...
Year: 2021
Are these warning signs of a fractured skull?
Your head serves as one of the most vulnerable points when you get into a car crash, which means issues like traumatic brain injury (TBI) surface often in cases like yours. TBIs can manifest in many ways and often spread a span of severity. Among the more severe...
Reasonable suspicion vs. probable cause: What is the difference?
While DUI checkpoints remain the exception to the rule, an officer must have reasonable suspicion to pull you over and investigate the situation. He or she must then have probable cause to make an arrest. Many Tennessee residents are not familiar with their rights in...
What is wound debridement?
Riding the roads on your motorcycle can be a thrilling experience, but as you are aware, there is also the potential for a serious or deadly injury if an irresponsible driver hits you. The impact could throw you off your bike and impact you against the solid pavement....
What is possession of drug paraphernalia?
Like most other states, Tennessee has some stiff penalties for those who possess controlled substances. Even though first-time offenders typically face misdemeanor charges, convictions may result in imprisonment. Even if you do not have drugs with you at the time of...
Summer and fall road construction may turn deadly
Because the population of middle Tennessee is growing quickly, new roads, bridges and overpasses are popping up seemingly everywhere. Road crews are also hard at work keeping existing infrastructure in a safe condition. Consequently, you are likely to notice several...
Can I lose my student financial aid after a DUI?
If you are a college student and a police officer arrests you for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you are probably worried about how this mistake will impact your education. Many student aid providers may limit eligibility for students who have...
When can authorities search your car without a warrant?
Often, legal trouble starts with a Tennessee traffic stop. However, knowing and understanding your rights when authorities stop your vehicle may help you avoid unnecessary hardships. While law enforcement officers need to have a warrant before they may search your...
Speed, alcohol common crash factors during 100 Deadliest Days
The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day each year is a deadly time to be on the road. More than 3,500 people died in car wrecks during this span across Tennessee and the nation between 2013 and 2017, with many safety advocates and others now referring to the...
What other charges may I face when getting a DUI?
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs does not just have the potential to end up with a DUI charge. There are plenty of other charges you could face depending on the circumstances. The Department of Safety & Homeland Security explains any time an...