Potholes Common on I-440, but TDOT Says Replacement Would Cost $75 Million
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on March 21, 2017
Interstate 440 is a seven-mile loop that was designed to relieve traffic on major streets and interstates near downtown Nashville, but it’s now just as congested as the roads it was intended to spare from heavy traffic volumes. Per a report by WSMV, the road is used by more than 100,000 vehicles every day, and… read more
Antioch Is Home to Nashville’s Most Dangerous Intersections
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on March 14, 2017
Antioch Is Home to Nashville’s Most Dangerous Intersection A recent study found that the most dangerous intersection in the Nashville area is at the corner of Hickory Hollow Parkway and Mount View Road in Antioch. Per a report by WKRN.com, the intersection has the highest crash rate and the highest injury rate of any intersection… read more
Law Enforcement in Wilson County Needs Help Finding Hit-and-Run Driver
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on March 9, 2017
Law Enforcement in Wilson County Needs Help Finding Hit-and-Run Driver A first responder was seriously injured in Wilson County last month during a hit-and-run accident, and now detectives with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver. Per a report by the Lebanon Democrat, the accident occurred on Feb…. read more
Safety Tips for New Motorcyclists
Posted in Motorcycle Safety,Tennessee Accident Law on March 9, 2017
Safety Tips for New Motorcyclists The Middle Tennessee area has had unseasonably warm weather in recent weeks, and the official start of spring is just around the corner. Warm weather means an increase in the number of motorcycles on roadways in and around Nashville, as well as an increase in motorcycle sales. If you’re thinking… read more
Tips for Staying Safe while Driving during Severe Weather
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on March 6, 2017
Tips for Staying Safe While Driving during Severe Weather The National Weather Service has confirmed that three tornadoes touched down in Middle Tennessee near Nashville on Wednesday afternoon during a period when severe weather hit the area. Per a report by WKRN.com, the first tornado touched down in Davidson County near Four Corners Marina. The… read more
Fatal Crashes Nearly Double in Rutherford County from 2015 to 2016
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on March 6, 2017
Fatal Crashes Nearly Double in Rutherford County from 2015 to 2016 A spokesperson with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office says that the increase in the number of fatal accidents that occurred in Rutherford County in 2016 compared to the number in 2015 is “almost a crisis.” Per a report by WKRN.com, there were 25 fatal… read more
Accident on I-24 near Downtown Nashville Injures Metro Police Officer
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on February 27, 2017
Accident on I-24 near Downtown Nashville Injures Metro Police Officer A Metro Police cruiser was struck by a vehicle in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 24 early Saturday, causing the officer inside to suffer injuries. Per a report by WKRN.com, the crash occurred at around 3:30 a.m. on the Silliman Evans Bridge near downtown. Metro… read more
Construction Begins on Emergency Center off Interstate 24 near Clarksville
Posted in Personal Injury,Tennessee Accident Law on February 24, 2017
Construction Begins on Emergency Center off Interstate 24 near Clarksville Both city officials and hospital officials were on hand to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony for a new emergency treatment center that will be built near Hornbuckle Road and Interstate 24 in Montgomery County. Per a report by The Leaf-Chronicle, the new Tennova medical facility will… read more
TDOT Selects 15 Finalists for Safety Message Board Competition
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on February 24, 2017
TDOT Selects 15 Finalists for Safety Message Board Competition After receiving more than 2,000 submissions while the contest was open to the public, the Tennessee Department of Transportation has selected 15 finalists for its safety message board contest. Per a report by WGNS Radio, the contest began in late January. TDOT’s website allowed members of… read more
Middle TN School Bus Drivers Still Working Despite Complaints
Posted in Bus Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on February 22, 2017
Middle TN School Bus Drivers Still Working Despite Complaints Several school districts throughout Middle Tennessee have received complaints about driver behavior in recent months, but a recent investigation revealed that many of those drivers are still getting behind the wheel to pick up and drop off children. Per a report by WSMV.com, the investigation of… read more
