Car Accidents
Delayed Pain From My Recent Car Accident
Car Accidents . John Whitfield
Immediately after a car accident, victims may have many obvious injuries, including broken bones, cuts, bleeding, and bruising. With adrenaline pumping, a victim’s body may be in shock, which can mask injuries that are less apparent the day of the car crash. Delayed pain may start to surface after the
The Likelihood of Developing PTSD After a Car Accident
Car Accidents . John Whitfield
Being the victim of a car crash can be a scary, stressful, and life-altering experience. You may suffer minor or significant physical injuries the moment the accident happened, but that may not be the only accident-related suffering you will experience. Victims of serious motor vehicle accidents have an increased risk
What to Do if You Experience a Back Ache After a Car Accident
Car Accidents,Personal Injury . John Whitfield
Car accidents have sadly become an everyday part of our lives as more and more drivers are on the roads in our ever-growing country. Americans spend more than one million days in the hospital each year as a result of car accident injuries. Many car accident victims don’t even know
What Is Uninsured Motorist Coverage?
Car Accidents . John Whitfield
It happens every day. You turn on the news and hear about another car accident in which the at-fault driver doesn’t have car insurance. The driver that was hit may be left wondering what they will be able to do about their injuries or damage to their vehicle. Sadly, in
Tips for Reacclimating to Your Daily Commute
Car Accidents,News . John Whitfield
As more businesses, offices, and schools are reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic stay-at-home orders, many Americans are anxious to start commuting to work again. Commuting to work may not look the same as it did before the coronavirus. Some workers have been able to work from home throughout quarantine and
How Long Do You Have to Make a Claim After a Car Accident?
Car Accidents . John Whitfield
Car accidents come with a plethora of questions regarding next steps, what options are available to you, who will cover the costs, and when you can file a claim for the accident. The first step in beginning to file a claim for your motor vehicle accident is to hire appropriate
When Should You Hire a Lawyer After A Car Accident?
Car Accidents,News . John Whitfield
Sadly, Nashville sees its fair share of car accidents. In 2019 alone, at least 34,692 traffic accidents occurred across the city. Car accident victims are often left with a wrecked vehicle, physical injuries, and mental anguish and confusion over what steps to take next, including when to hire a lawyer.
14 Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Tennessee Pedestrian Accident
Car Accidents,Personal Injury . John Whitfield
When a pedestrian accident severely injures or kills someone, the effects can be incredibly devastating. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 5,977 pedestrians were killed in traffic-related crashes in 2017 alone. Recently, a local 14-year old boy was severely injured after being struck by an SUV.
Fiery Car Crash Kills Nashville 20-Year-Old
Car Accidents . John Whitfield
Car accidents have become a constant and unfortunate reality for many Nashville residents. According to recent statistics from the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), there were 33,681 auto accidents in Nashville in 2017, which jumped to 36,537 in 2018. In fact, a recent fiery crash resulted in the untimely death of
Another Nashville Pedestrian Death Raises Safety Concerns
Car Accidents . John Whitfield
A WeGo bus killed a Nashville pedestrian this past Thursday morning, close to a train bridge underpass in an area with high pedestrian foot traffic. The 54-year-old pedestrian death victim fell from the sidewalk as the bus passed and was crushed under its rear wheels, said police spokesman Don Aaron.