Auto Accidents Archives - Hughes & Coleman

May 19, 2026

Auto Accidents

Roundabout Accident: Who Is at Fault in Tennessee?

Roundabout Accident: Who Is at Fault in Tennessee? Key Takeaways Tennessee law assigns fault to drivers who fail to...

May 14, 2026

Auto Accidents

Whiplash from a Car Accident: Act Quickly in Tennessee

Key Takeaways Whiplash symptoms may appear days or weeks after a car accident. Tennessee uses comparative fault, so insurers...

when to consult a lawyer for a truck accident

May 12, 2026

Auto Accidents

When to Consult a Lawyer for a Truck Accident in Tennessee?

Key Takeaways Tennessee requires personal injury claims to be filed within one year. Trucking companies may send rapid-response teams...

May 7, 2026

Auto Accidents

Truck Accident Prevention: Avoid Crashes in Tennessee

Key Takeaways Large trucks require more space and longer stopping distances. Driver fatigue increases crash risk on Tennessee highways....

May 5, 2026

Auto Accidents

How Do Flatbed Truck Accidents Happen?

Key Takeaways Flatbed trucks carry exposed cargo that can shift or fall, creating highway risks. Improperly secured loads can...

April 21, 2026

Auto Accidents

Airbag Injury Symptoms: What You Should Know

Key Takeaways Airbag injury symptoms may include chemical burns, concussive trauma, chest injuries, soft tissue damage, and hearing issues,...

April 16, 2026

Auto Accidents

Who Pays for Damages in a Car Accident in Tennessee?

Key Takeaways Tennessee uses a fault-based insurance system, which assigns financial responsibility to the driver who caused the collision....

April 14, 2026

Auto Accidents

Types of Car Accidents: Know Your Legal Rights

Key Takeaways Types of car accidents include rear-end, intersection-related, head-on, sideswipe, rollover, single-vehicle, multi-vehicle, and hit-and-run crashes. Distracted driving,...

April 9, 2026

Auto Accidents

What is a No Zone in Driving? Avoid Accidents in Tennessee

Key Takeaways A no-zone describes large truck blind spots where smaller vehicles remain completely out of view. Front, rear,...

tennessee dot commercial vehicle regulations

April 7, 2026

Auto Accidents

Tennessee DOT Regulations for Commercial Vehicles

Key Takeaways Commercial trucks at or above 10,001 pounds must display a USDOT number on both sides of the...

April 1, 2026

Auto Accidents

What is the Average Settlement for a Semi Truck Accident in Kentucky?

Key Takeaways Kentucky applies comparative fault law, reducing recovery by each party’s percentage of responsibility. Basic Personal Injury Protection...