Category: Tennessee
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 […]
Who Determines Fault in an Auto Accident
July 9th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin

Motor vehicle accidents are a serious public safety issue in our region. Even if you are a safe, careful, and thoughtful driver, there is always a risk that you could be involved in a serious crash. According to data published by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, there were 204,772 collisions reported in […]
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 […]
If I Wrongfully Contracted Coronavirus, Can I Sue?
May 20th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting virtually all communities. The Tennessee Department of Health reports that every county in the state has at least one confirmed case of COVID-19. With the virus being so widespread, it is crucial that companies and organizations take proper precautions to protect employees, patrons, and members of the public from exposure. […]
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. […]
COVID-19’s Impact on Tennessee Nursing Homes
April 10th, 2020 by Attorney John Colvin

The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic poses an extreme risk to nursing home residents. According to the Tennessee Department of Health, older adults, immunocompromised people, and others with underlying medical conditions are at a very high risk of developing a severe illness (or worse) from COVID-19. Even more alarming, once introduced, this virus can spread incredibly quickly […]
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 […]