Wrongful Death
What Are the Deadliest Types of Car Accidents in Tennessee?
Some accidents are much more likely to result in deaths than others. Odds are if a driver rear-ends you while you’re stopped at a traffic light, you’re not going to die. On the other hand, if a drunk driver crosses lanes and strikes your car while you’re both driving at 60 mph, the odds that…
Read MoreWho Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Tennessee?
A wrongful death claim is commonly filed on behalf of the deceased by his or her loved one. The claim may be filed when the deceased individual would have still been alive had it not been for the negligence of another individual or multiple individuals. The compensation received is often used to cover burial expenses…
Read MoreWhat Happens When You Need to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
When tragedy strikes and a family member is killed as a result of someone else’s negligence, it can be impossible to focus. Your first priority is honoring your loved one and providing a respectful funeral. Unfortunately, decisions about filing legal claims need to be made fairly quickly. Investigators need to analyze the cause of the…
Read MorePlausible Damages for the Wrongful Death of a Child
The wrongful death of a loved one is a difficult situation to endure, but these tragedies are even more egregious when they result in the death of a child. While a grieving family has grounds for a wrongful death claim against the responsible party, it can prove difficult to determine what types of damages are…
Read MoreMother Awarded $1.5 Million After Her Son Choked To Death During Lunch
LaFonda Bond, represented by Bailey and Greer, was awarded $1.5 million after her son died during lunchtime at his pre-school, Lambuth Memorial Preschool. Read More about the case. Thomas GreerSince graduating magna cum laude in 2005 from the University of Memphis School of Law, Thomas has helped make a difference in the lives of victims of serious personal…
Read More4 Keys To Proving a Memphis Wrongful Death Case
A wrongful death case is often full of strong emotions for surviving family members. The pain, loss and agony caused by someone’s negligence make the case seem like an open-and-shut one for those close to the victim. However, in this tragic situation, it’s important to understand the four key elements that are necessary to prove…
Read MoreExperienced wrongful death attorneys with proven results.
The passing of a loved one is always a traumatic experience. But it’s even more devastating when you know his or her death could have been avoided. Whether it’s due to a car accident, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse and neglect, or any other injury or accident, a wrongful death does more than just ravage…
Read MoreTennessee Wrongful Death: Who is to Blame?
When a wrongful death occurs in Tennessee, other people besides the victim suffer. Family members may experience financial problems and emotional devastation. For these reasons and more, Tennessee law provides the bereaved with the legal right to sue those responsible. Wrongful death can happen anywhere, anytime. Car accidents, faulty products, medical mistakes, and safety violations…
Read MoreThe Grief Process and Tennessee Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one because of another’s negligence can be one of the most painful and devastating experiences life can bring. As middle Tennessee wrongful death lawyers, we know exactly how emotionally trying a wrongful death can be. When a family member dies, the whole family grieves. But when the death was unnecessary, caused by…
Read MoreEight Common Causes for Memphis Wrongful Death Lawsuits
When you lose a loved one, the pain can be intense and unrelenting. But if the loss was caused by negligence on someone else’s part, anger joins the mix and makes it even harder for the surviving loved ones to cope with their loss. Often these survivors turn to Tennessee wrongful death lawsuits to help…
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