What You Should Know about Senior Drivers
Posted in Car Accident on November 21, 2017
Drivers face the highest risk of being involved in accidents when they’re in their teens and early 20s. From that point forward, their risks decline until they become senior citizens. As drivers age, their risks increase due to a variety of physical and mental changes. Seniors can still drive safely for many years, but it’s… read more
Posted in Car Accident on November 21, 2017
The 2017 holiday season is here. It’s both a hectic and joyous time for families, but it can also be dangerous—especially as people hit the road to travel long distances to see friends and loved ones. Experts predict that the 2017 holiday season will be the busiest since 2005, as more than 50 million Americans… read more
Nashville Car Accident Frequently Asked Questions
Posted in Car Accident on November 19, 2017
Nashville Car Accident Frequently Asked Questions At Matt Hardin Law, our Nashville auto accident attorneys know that car crash victims have many questions after accidents. The hours, days, and weeks after crashes can be a confusing, frustrating, and painful time, especially when victims feel like they’re in the dark about their injuries, their chances of… read more
Facts about Nashville Distracted Driving Accidents
Posted in Distracted Driving on November 12, 2017
Distracted driving is an epidemic and a growing problem both nationwide and in Tennessee. With the ubiquity of smartphones and electronic devices, it’s easier than ever for drivers to focus on something other than the task at hand when they’re behind the wheel. To combat the dangers of distracted driving, law enforcement officers throughout the… read more
What You Should Know about Teen Driver Safety
Posted in Car Accident on November 12, 2017
From the day they turn 16, many teens can’t wait to get their driver licenses and get the independence and freedom that comes with driving. Getting a learner permit or driver license is a major milestone in life for teens in Tennessee, but it also comes with many significant risks. The Centers for Disease Control… read more
How Can You Stay Safe in Ride-Sharing Vehicles and Cabs?
Posted in Car Accident on October 19, 2017
At Matt Hardin Law, we know how dangerous impaired driving can be. We help many victims every year who had their lives forever changed due to others getting behind the wheel when their blood alcohol concentrations were over the legal limit. Due to the dangers associated with drunk and impaired driving, we always recommend for… read more
Important Facts about Big Truck Accidents
Posted in Truck Wreck on October 19, 2017
In August 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) published its 2017 Pocket Guide to Large Truck and Bus Statistics. The FMCSA is a division of the U.S. Department of Transportation, and it’s in charge of governing and regulating the nation’s trucking industry. The pocket guide is released annually and contains important information about… read more
What You Need to Know about Pedestrian Safety
Posted in Pedestrian Accident on October 19, 2017
Like many cities throughout the U.S., city leaders in Nashville are focused on making Music City’s streets as safe as possible for pedestrians—including both residents and the large number of tourists who visit the area every week. To accomplish that, many neighborhoods have seen road construction and road improvements in recent years, including wider shoulders,… read more
Posted in Car Accident on October 9, 2017
As a parent, you do everything in your power to keep your children safe. That includes taking precautions like removing potentially dangerous objects from your home, being careful about the toys and food you buy for them, and making sure they’re always in the company of trusted family members and friends. But one risk factor… read more
Weekend Motorcycle Accidents Continue Dangerous Trend in Clarksville
Posted in Motorcycle Safety,Tennessee Accident Law on September 8, 2017
Last week, the Clarksville Police Department issued safety tips for drivers and motorcyclists after recent fatal motorcycles accidents in the city. On Saturday, two more motorcycle accidents were reported within hours of each other in Montgomery County, and both caused riders to suffer serious injuries. Per a report by WKRN.com, the first accident happened when… read more
