Tennessee residents can’t predict the events that will happen in life. There’s no type of radar to give a warning about when an accident will happen. The only way to mitigate risks is to use the information at hand to prepare and make the best decisions possible. Unfortunately, a person can make all the preparations and do everything right and still be involved in an accident. Details Of A Recent Fatal Accident Recently in Knoxville, a man succumbed to his injuries after being involved in a multi-vehicle crash. The accident happened during the afternoon hours on East Emory Road near Bell Road. According to reports from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a vehicle was stopped in the northbound lane of Emory Road due to turning traffic when it was suddenly hit from behind. Reports said the impact knocked…Read More
Most families in Tennessee know what it’s like to suffer the loss of a loved one. Losing a beloved family member is quite possibly one of the hardest things to endure. Unfortunately, the trauma of losing a loved one can be magnified when their death was caused by medical malpractice. Medical Malpractice Lawsuit The death of a woman in another state may have been attributed to medical malpractice and her family filed a lawsuit. The lawsuit said the woman underwent a laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure at an Army hospital. According to allegations, surgeons cut a part of her small intestines during the procedure but reattached the small intestine backward. The lawsuit claimed this caused the woman to suffer a hernia which required emergency surgery three days later. During the emergency surgery, anesthetists allegedly damaged the woman’s…Read More
Helping an aging or ailing parent transition to life in an Arizona assisted living facility can be an emotionally turbulent time for an adult son or daughter. You’re faced with the realization that the person who nurtured and cared for you as you were growing up is no longer able to care for himself or herself. If you notice signs of nursing home negligence on your loved one, such as bed sores, it’s even more upsetting. The medical term for bed sores is decubitus ulcers or pressure ulcers. Avoiding such injuries should always be a top priority for care providers, especially for patients who are immobile, meaning they cannot move around on their own without assistance. If you notice bed sores on your loved one, it merits further investigation. Bed Sores Are A Red Flag…Read More
Every day, thousands of people in need of medical attention visit doctors, surgeons and other health care providers. In Tennessee, most of these medical professionals are knowledgeable, well-educated, and highly skilled. However, doctors and nurses are also human and can make mistakes. Many people are unaware that medical malpractice is one of the top causes of injury and death in the United States. Medical Malpractice Claim In another state, a family filed a medical malpractice lawsuit alleging that the negligence of a hospital’s staff caused a man’s death. Apparently, the man visited the hospital with complaints of abdominal pain and nausea and was discovered to have diabetic ketoacidosis. According to the lawsuit, a nurse was directed by the man’s doctor to put a catheter into the man’s external jugular vein. After multiple unsuccessful attempts, the lawsuit said…Read More
When working to obtain a driver’s license in Tennessee, residents are taught to avoid distractions, stay focused behind the wheel and drive defensively. Unfortunately, it seems too many people these days throw caution to the wind and drive recklessly. Being involved in a motor vehicle accident is difficult enough, but when the at-fault driver flees the scene, the experience can be devastating for victims and families. Police Searching For Driver Police are continuing to search for a driver who led police on a chase, caused a deadly accident and fled. According to police, a white pickup truck was headed north on Morrow Road when an officer attempted to stop the vehicle because it had no license plate. Reports said the driver sped away, turned right into an alley, went into an open lot then turned onto…Read More
Traveling on Tennessee’s crowded roadways can be challenging — especially these days, when other drivers are distracted and don’t seem to abide by the same rules. Anyone who has driven on a crowded highway knows that trying to merge in bumper-to-bumper traffic can feel like a nightmare. A merge is one of the riskiest maneuvers. If drivers know the appropriate way to merge into heavy traffic, they are more likely to avoid motor vehicle accidents. How To Merge Prepare for a merge before it’s time to merge. First, look for a gap between vehicles on the freeway. Then, increase the vehicle’s speed to match the speed of traffic and the predetermined gap. Many times, drivers tend to slow down just before merging. This is a big mistake and a primary cause of merging-related accidents. Once…Read More
Winter weather in Arizona can be harsh and unforgiving. Between the snow, ice and low temperatures, driving in this weather can be dangerous and sometimes fatal. Car accidents during the winter in Arizona do happen, and it is impossible to avoid them altogether. However, there are things you can do to lessen your chances of being involved, or even worse, hurt, in a car accident. Check Your Vehicle Ideally, before it begins to snow, check your vehicle to ensure that it is winter-ready. Specifically, make sure you check the following: Tires tread and traction The battery’s charge and connections Antifreeze, oil and windshield washer fluid Packing an emergency kit and keeping it inside your vehicle is also important and could be, in extreme cases, lifesaving. Make sure that you have the following items in your…Read More
There is no such thing as a routine surgery. A successful surgical procedure is a meticulous step-by-step process. Those in Tennessee who undergo surgery place their lives in the hands of physicians, nurses and other medical professionals. However, if any of these providers were to make a mistake or miss a step in the surgical process, the patient could suffer serious or fatal injuries. Even if the surgery seems minor, it requires full focus and attention from all providers involved in the process. Claims Of Negligence Recently, a medical malpractice claim was filed by a man in another state after surgeons allegedly removed the wrong organ. According to the lawsuit, the man was diagnosed with appendicitis and required surgery for the removal of his appendix. During the procedure, according to the claim, the surgeons were…Read More
Tennessee is notoriously one of the most dangerous states in the country for motorists. It feels like roadways here are becoming more congested and treacherous. These days, it often seems as if just getting from point A to point B is like running a gauntlet. Unfortunately, it’s not a question of if motor vehicle accidents will happen, but when. A recent fiery accident in Murfreesboro left three people suffering injuries. Accident Details The accident involved five vehicles and happened at night at the intersection of North Rutherford Boulevard/ Northfield Boulevard and Lascassas Pike. Reports said the driver of a pickup truck was traveling east on East Northfield Boulevard, approaching a traffic light at Lascassas Pike. According to police reports, the pickup truck slammed into the back of a car at the traffic light, causing a…Read More
Most drivers in Tennessee will likely experience a mechanical breakdown of their vehicle at some point in their driving career. Being stranded on the shoulder of a busy highway is dangerous. In order to prevent an accident, it’s important to know what to do in the event of a vehicle breakdown. Pull Over Pull over as soon as it becomes evident that there’s a problem with the vehicle. Make sure the vehicle is safely off the road and turn on the hazard lights. The hazard lights will alert officers and other drivers that the vehicle is disabled. If it is not possible to get the vehicle off the road, do not get out and attempt to push it. Call For Help Once the hazards are on and the vehicle is safely off the road, determine…Read More
