10 Tips for Staying Safe while Driving near Big Trucks
Posted in Truck Wreck on June 28, 2018
If you drive on Nashville’s highways and interstates, there’s a good chance you’ll encounter several semi-trucks during your trip. Big trucks are essential for the state and national economy, but they can be extremely dangerous during accidents due to their size and weight. Because of the dangers that tractor-trailers pose to people in passenger vehicles,… read more
Fatal Truck Accident Prompts Tennessee Mother to Push for Law Change
Posted in Tennessee Accident Law,Truck Wreck on August 30, 2017
A Memphis woman lost her son in 2014 in an auto accident involving a tractor-trailer, and now she’s pushing for legislation that would increase safety standards in the trucking industry. Per a report by WKRN.com and WATN, her son was fatally injured when his vehicle collided with a semi-truck that was making an illegal U-turn…. read more
Injuries Reported after 5-Vehicle Crash in Nashville
Posted in Car Accident,Truck Wreck on July 16, 2017
Five vehicles, including a semi-truck, were involved in an accident in the westbound lanes of Interstate 24 on Friday morning. Per a report by WKRN.com, the accident happened at around 2:30 a.m. near the bell Road exit. Emergency responders closed three lanes of traffic as they worked to clear the scene. All lanes were reopened… read more
Semi-Trucks Banned from 51st Avenue in West Nashville
Posted in Car Accident,Tennessee Accident Law,Truck Wreck on June 15, 2017
Nashville’s Metro Traffic and Parking Commission voted unanimously to ban semi-trucks that weigh more than four tons from using 51st Avenue in the western part of the city. Per a report by WKRN.com, the ban is due to major changes occurring on 51st Avenue that will transform it into a road that includes bike lanes,… read more
Mechanic Injured after Dump Truck Rolls Over in Springfield
Posted in Personal Injury,Truck Wreck on February 22, 2017
Mechanic Injured after Dump Truck Rolls Over in Springfield A 65-year-old mechanic was seriously injured when the dump truck he was driving rolled over in Springfield, Tennessee, Tuesday afternoon. Per a report by Smokey Barn News, the accident occurred just after 1 p.m. when the man was taking the dump truck for a test drive…. read more
Injuries Reported after Vehicle Crashes into Back of Semi-Truck
Posted in Personal Injury,Truck Wreck on February 14, 2017
Injuries Reported after Vehicle Crashes into Back of Semi-Truck A vehicle crashed into the back of a semi-truck in the westbound lanes of Interstate 40 late Thursday night, causing the vehicle’s driver to suffer injuries. Per a report by WKRN.com, the accident occurred when the man was traveling west on I-40 in Davidson County near… read more
Matt Hardin Named to Trucking Trial Lawyers Association Top 10 List
Posted in Tennessee Accident Law,Truck Wreck on December 27, 2016
Matt Hardin Named to Trucking Trial Lawyers Association Top 10 List We’re pleased to announced that Matt Hardin, owner and founder of Matt Hardin Law, was recently named to the Trucking Trial Lawyers Association Top 10 list for attorneys in Tennessee. Attorneys who are named to this list demonstrate the leadership, reputation, influence, and performance… read more
Rutherford County Residents Ordered to Evacuate after Truck Spills Toxic Chemicals
Posted in Tennessee Accident Law,Truck Wreck on December 14, 2016
Rutherford County Residents Ordered to Evacuate after Truck Spills Toxic Chemicals A semi-truck rolled over in the westbound lanes of Interstate 24 early Wednesday morning at around 3 a.m., causing toxic chemicals to be released onto the roadway and the surrounding area. Per a report by WKRN.com, the crash occurred when two tractor-trailers collided. Both… read more
Fatality Reported after Fiery Tractor-Trailer Crash on I-65
Posted in Personal Injury,Truck Wreck on October 29, 2016
Fatality Reported after Fiery Tractor-Trailer Crash on I-65 Two semi-trucks collided in the northbound lanes of Interstate 65 in Millersville, Tennessee, early Wednesday, resulting in a fiery scene and the death of one of the drivers. Per a report by WKRN.com, the accident occurred near Long Hollow Pike just before 5 a.m. when the two… read more
Fatal Injuries Reported after Semi-Truck Accident in Robertson County
Posted in Personal Injury,Truck Wreck on September 23, 2016
Fatal Injuries Reported after Semi-Truck Accident in Robertson County One fatality was reported after a semi-truck accident occurred in the westbound lanes of Interstate 24 in Robertson County Thursday morning. According to a report by WKRN.com, the accident occurred just before noon near the Montgomery County line, State Route 49, and Maxey Road. Emergency responders… read more