Temporary Traffic Circle Coming to 12 South
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on July 16, 2017
A recent neighborhood meeting among 12 South residents called for a better way to address traffic issues in the area, and in response, Metro Public Works will install a traffic circle at the intersection of 10th Avenue South and Lawrence Avenue. Per a report by WSMV.com, the city will collect data and traffic observations while… read more
1 Dead after Multi-Vehicle Accident in Nashville
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on June 26, 2017
Four vehicles were involved in a serious collision in Davidson County early Friday afternoon, causing one man to suffer fatal injuries. Per a report by WKRN.com, the crash happened just before 1 p.m. at the intersection of Charlotte Pike and Old Charlotte Pike. An investigation by officers with Metro Nashville Police found that prior to… read more
Tips for Staying Safe on Middle Tennessee’s Highways and Interstates
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on June 22, 2017
Thousands of drivers use Interstates 24, 40, 440, 840, and 65 in and around Nashville every day to get to and from work and when passing through the area. In addition, there are also dozens of high-speed highways throughout the mid-state region. These roads have higher speed limits than other streets, making trips faster and… read more
Ride-Sharing Service Drivers Expect Plenty of Business this Weekend
Posted in Car Accident,Personal Injury,Tennessee Accident Law on June 9, 2017
Drivers with Uber and Lyft say they expect to pick up and drop off plenty of passengers in Nashville this weekend due to things like the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, Bonnaroo, and CMA Fest. WKRN.com reports that one driver quit her job to drive for Lyft in Nashville. She says that because parking downtown is… read more
3 Tips for Protecting Children in the Event of an Accident
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on June 9, 2017
Children are extremely vulnerable during car accidents. Motor vehicle crashes are the second-leading cause of death for children between the ages of 4 and 10, and around one-third of children who die in car crashes aren’t properly restrained. To protect your children in the event of a collision, always follow these tips: Make sure children… read more
Medical Emergency May Have Caused Fatal Crash in South Nashville
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on May 20, 2017
A vehicle collided with a Tennessee Department of Transportation truck at an intersection in South Nashville on Thursday, and investigators say that it was likely caused by the driver having a medical emergency. Per a report by WKRN.com, the crash happened at around 4 p.m. near the intersection of Old Hickory Boulevard and Nolensville Road…. read more
THP Trooper’s Fast Reaction Saves Driver Experiencing Medical Emergency
Posted in Car Accident,Personal Injury on May 16, 2017
The quick actions of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper helped save the life of a man who was experiencing a medical emergency behind the wheel. Per a report by WKRN.com, the THP trooper was driving home at the end of his shift on Highway 64 near Pulaski Highway in Giles County when he saw a… read more
Wrong-Way Head-On Collision Injures 2 in Williamson County
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on April 26, 2017
A vehicle entered the eastbound lanes of Interstate 840 heading in the wrong direction early Sunday morning, resulting in a head-on collision that injured two people. Per a report by WKRN.com, the accident occurred at around 6 a.m. near the Carter’s Creek exit in Williamson County. The Tennessee Highway Patrol investigated the crash and determined… read more
Injuries Reported after Multi-Vehicle Accident on I-65 in Nashville
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on April 10, 2017
Interstate 65 was briefly shut down by emergency responders following a crash that caused at least one person to suffer injuries early Monday. Per a report by WKRN.com, the crash occurred at around 5 a.m. in the northbound lanes of I-65 at Rosa Parks Boulevard near downtown. An investigation by Metro Nashville Police hasn’t revealed… read more
TDOT Launches “Work With Us” Safety Campaign to Protect Workers
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law on April 8, 2017
The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced a new safety campaign on Wednesday that’s aimed at protecting the lives of highway workers throughout the state. Per a report by WKRN.com and a release by TDOT, the campaign was announced in Carthage, Tennessee, and was developed in response to three TDOT workers who died while working in… read more