As founder of Bailey & Greer, R. Sadler Bailey has battled his fair share of insurance giants and wrongdoers and has achieved numerous multimillion-dollar results for the victims of catastrophic injuries and their families. What’s more, he has been involved in more than 40 appellate court decisions affecting Tennessee personal injury law, including many landmark appearances before the Tennessee Supreme Court.
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Individual Lawsuits May Be Better for Dealing with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) refers to the group of symptoms suffered by an infant who has been exposed to opioids inside the womb and essentially suffers withdrawal. Contrary to belief, a birth mother only need be prescribed opioids for NAS to occur. Addiction is not necessary in order for the baby to experience the effects.…
Read MoreWhat Does “Natural Accumulation” Mean When It Comes to Slip and Fall Injuries?
Acts of nature are something most of us understand to be unavoidable. We are at the mercy of hurricanes, tornadoes, and inclement weather conditions in general. That includes the natural accumulation of ice and snow on the ground in areas we walk through, which can cause us to become hurt. While we don’t have the…
Read More10 Defensive Driving Tips for Drivers of All Ages
Many car accidents occur due to a driver’s own negligence. Common examples include drivers who speed, drive while intoxicated, and drive while distracted. Drivers may also cause accidents because they violate local traffic laws. All drivers need to anticipate that other drivers may cause accidents for these very same reasons. While you can’t control how…
Read MoreWhat Are the Safety Responsibilities of a Truck Driver?
Drivers of all types of trucks are responsible for any accidents that happen through their own negligence. This responsibility means that a negligent driver is responsible for your medical bills, lost income, physical pain, emotional suffering, scarring or disfigurement, and damage to your vehicle. In addition to the driver, other responsible trucking companies may include…
Read MoreRoad Debris Can Cause Catastrophic Injuries, Especially to Motorcycle Riders
A recent accident shows just how devastating any type of road debris can be. A 23-year-old man in Memphis lost both his arms when his motorcycle struck a wheelbarrow that was in the middle of the road on Interstate 40 in Chelsea, Tennessee. The accident happened the day after Christmas, 2020. According to WMC Action…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Using NSAIDs When You’re Pregnant
The Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is concerned that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen may pose a danger to women who are 20 weeks or more into their pregnancy. The concern is that the NSAIDs may cause their unborn child to develop kidney problems which can result in low amounts…
Read MoreWho Is Responsible for a Left-Turn Car Accident?
As a general rule, a driver who makes a left-hand turn does so at his/her own risk. This means when you make a left-hand turn, you better be extra cautious to make sure there’s no oncoming traffic or that you have enough space and time to make the turn before the traffic gets close. As…
Read MoreAdvantages and Disadvantages of Virtual Court Hearings
During the COVID-19 pandemic, lawyers, judges, and clients are all trying to find the correct balance between having clients’ cases heard and staying safe. Courts have reduced the number of jury trials and non-jury trial cases they’re trying. Many courts have reduced trials altogether. Even though trials for the most part have not been taking…
Read MoreRing Recalls Its Non-Harmonious Video Doorbells
Ring. The word has a nice sound to it. Melodies and chimes come to mind. Unfortunately, Ring – the ubiquitous brand of video doorbells – just announced a recall of its smart video doorbells. (Apparently, everything isn’t music to their ears.) According to USA Today, Ring issued the recall because its doorbells are a potential…
Read MoreRespiratory Distress Syndrome and Birth Injuries
Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is a common breathing disorder birth injury. Prenatal doctors and birth doctors need to monitor parents and newborns for this condition. Failure to properly diagnose and treat RDS may constitute medical malpractice. Prenatal doctors should work to try to prevent premature births through prenatal care and monitoring. RDS often occurs in…
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