Category: Personal Injury
How Does A Preexisting Condition Affect Your Personal Injury Case?
February 3rd, 2021 by Attorney John Colvin
In the current world, a lot of us are dealing with all sorts of minor and major conditions in our lives. So, how a preexisting condition affects your case in a personal injury claim? Because the defendant will want to avoid compensating you for damages, they will base their arguments on preexisting conditions. Luckily, the […]
What Is the Statute of Limitation for Personal Injury in Tennessee?
January 15th, 2021 by Attorney John Colvin
Every state has a filing deadline for injury cases, otherwise known as the statute of limitation for personal injury. If you miss this deadline, you could lose your right to take legal action against the liable party in your case, which means you will not be compensated for your losses. Below, we review this deadline, […]
Personal Injury Claims for Children in Tennessee
January 15th, 2021 by Attorney John Colvin
Despite your best efforts to keep your child safe, accidents do happen. When they do, it is vital that you understand how to handle personal injury claims for children. Can your child receive compensation for their injuries? Do you have the right to pursue an insurance claim or lawsuit against the liable party? Below, we […]
How Fault is Determined in a Premises Liability Case
August 5th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
Under Tennessee’s premises liability laws, property owners and property occupiers may be held liable for injuries/accidents that occur on their land. You may be wondering: What do you need to do to prove fault in a premises liability case? The short answer is that you need strong supporting evidence that demonstrates a property owner’s negligence […]
I Was Injured by a Defective Product, Who is Liable?
June 10th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
Manufacturers and sellers have a legal responsibility to ensure that their products are reasonably safe for consumers. Dangerous and defective products should not make it to the market. A company should not put its bottom line before the health and well-being of ordinary people. Under Tennessee law (Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-28), injured victims can […]
How Much Is Your Injury Claim Worth?
April 22nd, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
Unfortunately, our region sees more than its fair share of serious injuries. The Tennessee Department of Health reports that the state’s accidental injury rate is nearly 33 percent higher than the national average. The road to recovery after a major accident can be long and difficult—victims may have stacks of medical bills and missing paychecks. […]
What Constitutes a Personal Injury in Winchester, TN?
March 11th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
As defined by the American Bar Association (ABA), “personal injury” is a legal term used to describe an injury to a person’s body or mind instead of to their property. Through a personal injury claim, a plaintiff (injured victim) may be eligible to recover financial compensation for both economic and non-economic losses from a negligent […]
Four Facts about Personal Injury Claims in Tennessee
February 19th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
A serious accident can cause a tremendous amount of trauma and disruption to injured victims and their loved ones. Through a personal injury claim, these victims can get justice and much needed financial support. Navigating the personal injury claims process brings challenges. There are plenty of myths and misconceptions about how personal injury law actually […]
How to Know If Your Workplace is Unsafe
February 5th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
Everyone deserves safe and fair conditions on the job. Sadly, far too many workplaces in our region are simply too dangerous. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that approximately 60,000 workplace injuries and illnesses are reported in the state of Tennessee each year. Is your workplace as safe as it should be? It is […]
Dog Bites: How to Know if You Have A Case
January 24th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) reports that nearly five million people suffer dog bite injuries every year. These injuries vary widely in their severity—from relatively minor bites that do not puncture the skin to severe bites that may cause permanent disfigurement or even death. If you or your child was hurt by a dog, […]