The ice storm this January 2023 is really taking a toll on civilians in Memphis. On a routine Tuesday morning and while drivers were commuting to work, a total of twelve cars slid and crashed into each other on the icy Third Street. Thankfully no drivers were critically injured, and just five drivers were taken to the hospital for minor injuries. Year in and year out, we must prepare for the variations of winter weather in Memphis, and we are all very familiar with the necessary caution on icy streets and highways. It’s inevitably understandable as to why schools and businesses remain shut down even after the bulk of a snow storm has blown over. A slightly icy road can
Uber Accident Lawyer Riding in an Uber can be a great way to get around, but it’s important to take the necessary precautions to ensure your safety. According to an Uber accident lawyer with our friends at Norris Injury Law, here are five tips for staying safe while riding in an Uber or Lyft. From verifying your driver’s identity to being aware of your surroundings, these tips will help keep you safe and secure when you use rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft. Request Your Ride Inside When using an Uber, it is important to make sure you request your ride inside. This will not only provide you with a safer way to enter the car, but also help
Truck accidents can be some of the most serious and devastating types of motor vehicle collisions. Unfortunately, due to the sheer size of these commercial vehicles, they can cause devastating consequences to other drivers on the road. Learn some of the more uncommon facts about truck accidents according to a truck accident lawyer. Through understanding more about these types of accidents, we can better protect ourselves and our families from them. Leading Cause One of the most common causes of truck accidents is driver negligence. Driver fatigue, distracted driving, and driving under the influence are all examples of negligence that can lead to a truck accident. Driver negligence accounts for more than half of all truck accident fatalities in the United
On Wednesday January 11, a three-car accident occurred in Memphis left four people injured, including two children. The accident happened during the afternoon on Hickory Hill Road. investigators arrived at the scene to tend to the victims at 4:30 p.m. Officers from the Memphis Police Department responded to the accident site. They reported that two of the victims were in critical condition. One woman was taken to the Regional One hospital while a male victim with more minor injuries was transported to St. Francis. The two children were listed in critical condition and were taken to LeBonheur for treatment. The cause of the crash was not released due to the pending investigation. The incident is just one out of many
Catastrophic Injury Lawyers, Memphis TN In Memphis, TN, a car accident occurred on Saturday, December 18, 2022 that left multiple people injured. Memphis police responded to the accident at 6:15 p.m. The accident site was located near Longacre at Covington Pike. Prior to the accident, investigators described a woman driving her vehicle was injured and was transported to Regional Hospital, where she was listed as in critical condition. Another vehicle involved in the accident had five people inside, but all had suffered non-critical injuries. Police were still trying to determine the factors that led to the accident. They did not disclose whether anyone would be facing charges because of the accident. Accidents that involved multiple victims often result in especially
Car Accidents If you have recently been injured due to the actions of an aggressive driver, it is important to understand that you have rights and options under the law. All too often, victims of aggressive driving accidents simply assume that there is “nothing to be done” or that their case “won’t be worth much,” so they don’t seriously contemplate taking legal action. The High Cost of Assumptions It is important to, at minimum, explore your legal options in the wake of an injurious crash. Otherwise, the assumptions holding you back could lead to truly consequential negative financial consequences. In one of his children’s books, author Lemony Snicket muses that, ““Assumptions are dangerous things to make, and like all dangerous
When to File Your Memphis Disability Claim As a Memphis SSDI attorney, I’ve helped hundreds of people get the benefits they need. But if you’re new to filing disability in Memphis, you may have a lot of questions. For example, I’ll sometimes hear people ask about when to file. Maybe you’re worried there’s a better time of year for the SSA to receive the claim. Or maybe you’d like to know how the holidays factor in. Fortunately, it’s not very complicated. The Timing of Your Disability Claim I like to say you should file as soon as you know your disability will keep you from working, but after preparing all the right information in advance. You want time to gather
What Congressional Testimony Says About Child Mental Health and Social Media You may be surprised to find that much of our Memphis social media mental health lawsuit began because of Congress, including our own Senator Marsha Blackburn. Thanks to their investigation into social media’s impact on child privacy and mental health, we received a ton of data, testimonies, and documents that helped us better understand how these companies work—and what they’re doing to harm our children. The Commerce Committee Hearings On Social Media and Child Mental Health Because social media has such a huge impact on our lives, several Senate committees consider it part of their work. For example, the Senate Commerce Committee oversees the regulation of consumer products and
Memphis Attorney for Interstate Motorcycle Accidents If you’ve been in a motorcycle accident on I-240, you need an attorney with the skill and experience to help you recover. For decades, our Memphis law firm has helped people get compensation after their motorcycle accidents. We can help you, too. Why Accidents on I-240 Happen So Often As Memphis’ beltway, I-240 crosses through some of the busiest areas of town. It’s vital for regional transportation, commuters, and local traffic. Whether going to the airport, the suburbs, or downtown, I-240 can get you there. As a result, nearly everyone in Memphis uses this thruway, and it gets very busy. When it comes to accidents, some areas tend to be more dangerous than others:
When the Federal Government Is Your Creditor If you owe too much federal government debt, you may have found out the hard way how it can impact all areas of your life. Federal debt works differently from some other kinds of debt. Instead of a normal creditor, which can be frustrating enough, this creditor has the power of a massive world superpower behind them. Fortunately, if you’re struggling to pay federal student loans, taxes, or other government debt, you do have options. Wage Garnishment and Federal Debt Most commonly, federal debt includes tax debt and student loans. On a state level, it might include child support and alimony, taxes and fees, and more. And just like with most other kinds