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What should I do after a car accident? Do I need to hire a lawyer? Maximize...

Immediately after a car accident there are simple things that you can do to strengthen your insurance claim and potential lawsuit. You have one (1) year from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit...

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What Is The Difference Between A Federal DUI and A State DUI?

The main difference between federal and state DUI charges is the land someone was driving on at the time. If a person was driving on state land, they will face state DUI charges, while anyone driving...

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How Do I Find Car Insurance After A DUI Conviction?

Approximately 26 percent of all traffic fatalities in 2019 were caused by people driving under the influence of alcohol, and 290 people died. Given the amount of people that are killed every year by...

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What To Know About Tennessee’s DUI Vehicle Forfeiture Laws

Tennessee takes drunk driving very seriously. According to data from the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), the law enforcement agency issues approximately 7,000 DUI citations each year. Local police...

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How Much Compensation Can I Recover For Pain and Suffering After A Car...

Traffic collisions are among the leading causes of serious injuries in our region. According to the Tennessee Department of Public Safety & Homeland Security, there are approximately 200,000...

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What To Do If You’re A Pedestrian Seriously Injured In An Accident

Everyone has different preferences and needs when it comes to getting around, but there is a good chance that you spend some time as a pedestrian sharing the road with motorized vehicles. As a result,...

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Who’s Liable After A Boating Accident In Tennessee?

Some of the most picturesque bodies of water in the US are located in East Tennessee, so residents and visitors alike enjoy a relatively long boating season touring Douglas Lake, the Cherokee...

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What Is An Affirmative Defense To A Criminal Charge?

The presumption of innocence is one of the most important principles in the American criminal justice system. When police and prosecutors bring a charge, they have the burden of proving the defendant’s...

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Does It Matter If I Was Barely Over The Legal Alcohol Limit?

DUIs are among the most common criminal charges filed in Knoxville. There is no question: Authorities take drunk driving seriously. The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) reports that 246 DUI citations...

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Home Improvement Contracts: 90 Days To Perform

When you enter a contract with a company in Knoxville and make a down payment, you assume that the work will be completed within a timely manner. Unfortunately, far too often companies neglect to...

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​​Here’s What You Should Know About Tennessee’s To-Go Law

The state alcohol laws have been updated in Tennessee—at least for the next 24 months. According to a report from WVLT 8 Knoxville, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed the state’s alcohol “to-go” bill...

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How Much Money Will A DUI Arrest Cost Me?

Drunk driving is a serious criminal offense. State law enforcement officers strictly enforce intoxicated driving laws. The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) reports that they arrested 6,984 people on DUI...

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Helpful Tips For Your Upcoming DUI Hearings or Court Cases

We’ve all had momentary lapses in judgement or made uncharacteristic mistakes. In most cases, we learn from these mistakes and move on with our lives without any major repercussions. This is not,...

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How Can I Get A DUI Charge Expunged In Tennessee?

In Tennessee, it is possible for those who have been charged with certain criminal offenses to have the record of those crimes erased, or expunged. While certain records, like files at the prosecutor’s...

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Facts On Field Sobriety Tests Your Attorney Should Know

You’re at an evening social gathering, having a nice time. You’ve had a few drinks, but you still feel completely in control of your faculties. You decide to leave the party and head home in your...

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Ambulance Bills and Medical Bills After A Car Accident

How much will the at-fault driver’s insurance pay me for the wreck and my severe injuries? The answer is different in every single case. As such, it is imperative that you hire a personal injury...

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Can My Child Be Tried As An Adult For Their Criminal Offense?

If your child has been accused of a crime, you may be wondering if they can be tried as an adult. This is a difficult and scary time for any parent, but it is important to understand the facts before...

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Medical Conditions That Can Be Mistaken For DUI

In evaluating a DUI case, it is important that an attorney be familiar with several medical conditions that can mimic impairment and lead to false arrests, or provide a defense to a DUI charge. The...

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The Juvenile Delinquency Case Roadmap

If your child has been arrested, the first step to protect your child’s rights and ensure that their juvenile criminal charge does not have any long term impact on their life is to hire a juvenile...

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Implied Consent Law In Tennessee: Can You Refuse A Breathalyzer Or Blood Test?

It has become more important than ever to know what your rights are when you are pulled over by law enforcement. Implied consent laws state that by driving on Tennessee roads, you have implicitly...

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