Personal Injury Blog

Harlene Labrum | October 26, 2026 | Motorcycle Accidents

Weeks after your Nashville motorcycle crash, you are still attending medical appointments while waiting for the insurance company’s response. Tennessee generally gives injured motorcyclists one year to file a personal injury lawsuit, with the period usually beginning on the collision date. This deadline comes from Tennessee Code § 28-3-104(a)(1)(A), although the discovery rule and limited… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 22, 2026 | Dog Bites in Tennessee

Your next paycheck may be smaller after a Nashville dog attack leaves you unable to complete your scheduled work shifts. You may recover lost income when a legally responsible dog owner causes injuries that prevent you from working. Recoverable losses can include missed wages, expected overtime, tips, self-employment earnings, and proven reductions in your future… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 19, 2026 | Truck Accidents

A Nashville driver traveling on Interstate 40 notices a tractor-trailer leaning toward the next lane as nearby motorists brake suddenly. A heavy load shifting inside the trailer can affect its balance, leaving the truck driver struggling to maintain control. When improper cargo securement contributes to a collision, loading records and restraint inspections can help establish… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 15, 2026 | Slip and Fall Accidents in Tennessee

A yellow caution cone stands near the floor where you slipped, and the store manager insists that the warning settles everything. A wet floor warning sign does not automatically defeat your claim because Tennessee law requires businesses to exercise reasonable care. The warning’s location, surrounding conditions, and available walking routes can determine whether the business… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 12, 2026 | Car Accidents

Another driver strikes your rental car near downtown Nashville, leaving you with vehicle damage and questions about insurance coverage. Check for injuries, contact police when required, exchange information, photograph the damage, and notify the rental company promptly. Keep your rental agreement and inspection records because contractual damage charges may differ from legal responsibility for the… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 8, 2026 | Dog Bites in Tennessee

A delivery driver approaches a Tennessee home when a dog suddenly charges through an open gate and bites his arm. After receiving medical care, he may wonder whether the owner can be responsible for his injuries and related expenses. Liability can depend on where the attack occurred, who controlled the dog, and which statutory requirements… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 5, 2026 | Truck Accidents

Imagine waiting at a Nashville intersection when a tractor-trailer moves left, then sweeps across the lane beside your vehicle. The truck suddenly closes the available space, turning an ordinary drive into a collision within seconds. Fault depends on how the truck driver handled the turn, how the other motorist responded, and whether both contributed. Tennessee… read more

Harlene Labrum | October 1, 2026 | Motorcycle Accidents

You leave a Nashville emergency room after a motorcycle crash, unsure whether anyone recorded the moments before impact. Early evidence can show how the crash happened, who contributed, and when your injuries began. Serious injuries and extensive motorcycle damage alone do not establish another person’s liability or prove your full losses. Timing matters because useful… read more

Harlene Labrum | September 28, 2026 | Car Accidents

You are home after a Nashville crash when an adjuster asks whether your neck really hurt at the scene. You remember feeling shaken, but the pain became worse several hours later. Before answering, understand who wants the statement and how your response could affect disputed issues. A recorded statement does not automatically hurt your claim…. read more

Harlene Labrum | September 24, 2026 | Slip and Fall Accidents in Tennessee

A slick puddle in a crowded grocery aisle can take your feet out from under you instantly. The injury may be obvious, but proving why the fall happened can be far more difficult. Tennessee law does not automatically make a property owner responsible because a fall occurred. Recovering compensation generally requires proving what hazard caused… read more