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By: Darrell Castle Motorcycle accident cases can be difficult and complex, but an experienced attorney can make it seem easy. There are many similarities in car accident and motorcycle accident litigation. However, the likelihood of a motorcycle accident being catastrophic is pretty high (compared to a car accident at least). Motorcycle riders and passengers don’t have the luxury of being protected by up to 2,000 pounds of metal in the same way car drivers and passengers do. That makes the line between minor injuries and devastating injuries pretty thin in a motorcycle accident. If you’re injured in a motorcycle accident that wasn’t your fault (or you aren’t sure whose fault it was), it’s important to speak to an experienced motorcycle

By: Darrell Castle You CAN stop the foreclosure and keep the bank from taking your home. This is your home. This is your family’s home. I know you don’t want to be forced out and you don’t have to be! A bankruptcy attorney can help you keep your home. How exactly can a bankruptcy attorney help you keep your home? By filing for bankruptcy, you can lump your debt – including your past-due mortgage – into a Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan. This plan will allow you to make small AFFORDABLE payments over a 3-5 year period. It’ll also stop the foreclosure and allow you to keep your home. Then, once the bankruptcy is complete, you’ve gotten rid of your debt

LeBron is gaining flexibility in his life; you can too if you’re in debt By: Darrell Castle If you’re a basketball fan (and probably even if you’re not), then you know LeBron James has announced he’ll opt out of the final two years of his contract with the Miami Heat to become an unrestricted free agent. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean he’s leaving the Heat; he obviously has motives with this move, but there could be a few different possibilities. He could leave the Heat and sign with another contender who he thinks has a better chance of winning a championship He could sign a bigger contract with the Heat and make MORE money. Or, he could put pressure on

Defective fuel tanks and car accidents By: Darrell Castle If you or a loved one have been injured by a fuel explosion in a car accident, call (901) 327-1212 to schedule a free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney, or fill out one of the contact forms on this page.  Video Transcript  If the fuel tank on your car explodes or catches on fire and you suffer injuries, or even death, can you sue the manufacturer of that automobile for your injures? Hi, I’m Darrell Castle and I’m an attorney licensed to practice law in the state of Tennessee and the answer to that question is YES, you can, but it will not be easy. Manufacturers of cars take

Why you need an attorney for your malfunctioning seatbeat injuries By: Darrell Castle If you’ve been injured by a malfunctioning seatbelt, you should speak to an experienced car accident attorney because you may be entitled to compensation. Call (901) 327-1212 to schedule a FREE consultation at Darrell Castle & Associates. Video Transcript If you’re injured by a seatbelt malfunction, can you sue the manufacturer of your vehicle for your injures? Hi, I’m Darrell Castle and I’m an attorney licensed to practice law in the state of Tennessee and the answer to that question is yes, but it won’t be easy. Seatbelts save lives – that’s what the slogan says and we know it’s true. Study after study shows that it’s true – seatbelts do

The Memphis area is notorious for pedestrian accidents. In one study, we rank 7th in pedestrian deaths of all the cities in the United States – and 5th in major metro areas. Relatively little time and effort goes into preventing pedestrian deaths, but it’s a very important cause. Here are a few things we could do in Memphis that might help improve pedestrian safety: 1. Raise awareness of “drunk walking” risks. Drunk driving is not the only danger on the road. 1/3 of all pedestrian fatalities occur when the pedestrian is legally drunk (blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 grams per deciliter or more). It is extremely dangerous to walk along the road while intoxicated, and the longer you walk the

If you’re concerned about your credit if you file bankruptcy, don’t worry – that’s normal and understandable. With the advocacy of a liquidation lawyer Memphis, TN residents trust, bankruptcy can usually be completed within 3-6 months from the date of filing. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry any longer. I’ve found a program that will help my clients raise their credit score dramatically – to over 720 in as little as one year. Yes, you’re reading that right: JUST ONE YEAR. The program goes through how to rebuild your credit score. It helps you improve your score to a 720 or higher (720 is an A rating) – even if you’ve filed bankruptcy! The program costs $1,000; but I’m offering

Fantasy football has grown into a massive industry, but it’s also brought with it a crisis: fantasy football debt. Addiction to gambling and sports betting have been around for years. Since Tunica opened near Memphis, our bankruptcy firm has helped many, many people with debt from the casinos. We’ve seen this type of addiction take hold all across the Mid-South.But fantasy sports works differently and comes with its own unique risks. The New York Times recently reported that recovering gambling addicts are falling back into betting because of fantasy games at their office and with friends. It doesn’t feel like gambling, and it’s branded as “entertainment,” so they get involved thinking of it as innocent fun. Instead, many people have lost

The very first thing a lot of people want to know when hiring a bankruptcy attorney is “how much will it cost.” Unfortunately, there’s been a rise lately in lawyers offering bankruptcy services at a very low rate and then not providing a quality service.  When I hear the question, my heart sinks a little, because I hate to see people get taken for a ride – especially when you’re already struggling financially. And when it comes to bankruptcy, you get what you pay for. In bankruptcy, the results of poor service can be devastating. I’m not just talking about hidden fees and unreturned phone calls, although both are terrible. I’m talking about feeling abandoned when you need it most.

Tennessee has a new jobs database: the JOBS4TN Online search engine went live Monday May 14, according to the The Commercial Appeal. JOBS4TN Online works like a regular job search engine, with a focus on the state of TN. You can search for employment opportunities based on keyword and location or browse featured listings. The listings improve on TN’s previous search engine by including listings from local papers, government websites, and private job boards. Employers can also create individual listings directly on the site. As a result, listings on the site increased almost 3x from 30,000 to 85,000 with the new overhaul. In addition, JOBS4TN Online includes resources and services for job seekers like career center locations, occupation and industry