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 […]
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. […]