What Are the Damages Available Under Maritime Law in Tennessee?
Tennessee is not a coastal state; still, maritime (i.e., admiralty) law may apply in personal injury cases filed in state court under the concept of concurrent jurisdiction. And damages are...
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Who Is Liable for a Commercial Truck Accident in Tennessee?
When commercial trucks are involved in accidents in Tennessee, state law allocates liability according to which driver(s) were at fault for the collision. An at-fault motorist is the one who...
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What Is the Maritime Law of Liability?
Maritime law generally refers to a category of legal rules developed to address issues pertaining to navigable waters. These regulations, also known as admiralty law, cover nautical topics, some of...
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What Happens If the At-Fault Driver Isn’t Insured Under Tennessee Law?
Tennessee’s Financial Liability Law (TFLL) requires motorists to carry auto insurance as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-12-102, granting people injured in car accidents leverage against uninsured drivers. Still, Tennessee is...
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Can I Sue Uber for Emotional Distress After an Accident Under Tennessee Law?
In Tennessee, a person suffering “emotional injury” of a “severe” or “serious” nature can seek non-economic damages, including emotional distress emanating from accidents. But your ability to recover from an Uber accident largely...
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