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Good Samaritan Killed in Car Accident While Helping Another Motorist

Good Samaritan laws protect people who help others in risky situations or those needing rescue. In Tennessee, the Good Samaritan Law shields people from responsibility, provided they meet specified criteria. These regulations result from public policy concerns that anyone who provides emergency care outside of a medical facility should be protected from responsibility (in most … Continued

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May 11, 2022 2 min read

Tennessee Bill Will Require Drunk Drivers to Pay Child Support if Parents are Killed in an Accident

The Tennessee State Senate has unanimously voted to pass a bill which will become known as “Bentley’s Law” and require drunk drivers to pay child support if they kill a minor’s parent in an auto accident. The law was named after two cases involving Tennessee children whose parents were killed by drunk drivers and had … Continued

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May 2, 2022 2 min read

Safety Driving Tips for Middle Tennessee Drivers

Considering Middle Tennessee’s rapid population expansion in recent years, it’s no surprise that traffic has become a problem throughout the metropolitan area. Unfortunately, increased traffic leads to traffic accidents, including Nashville. Defensive driving abilities can be quite helpful in avoiding collisions. Keep reading to learn these safety driving tips for Middle Tennessee drivers. Maintain a … Continued

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April 25, 2022 3 min read

TDOT Wraps Up Safety Campaign Raising Awareness For Roadside Workers

This past week, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) concluded the yearly National Work Zone Awareness Week safety campaign, a campaign that raises awareness for roadside workers. This safety campaign aims to ask motorists to be aware of highway workers moving over or slowing down within Tennessee construction zones. Initially launched in 2017, the “Work … Continued

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April 18, 2022 3 min read

Common Causes of and Common Injuries from Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents

Being involved in an automobile accident can be a frightening experience. Whether you’ve been in a vehicle accident, a truck accident, or a motorcycle accident, you need an experienced accident attorney on your side. Read more about common causes of and common injuries from car, truck, and motorcycle accidents. Common Causes of Car, Truck, and … Continued

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April 11, 2022 2 min read

Dash Cam Captures Truck Driver Falling Asleep Moments Before Accident

A recent video has emerged of a truck driver accident caught on tape in Florida, which occurred late last year. Dash camera footage from inside the truck’s cabin shows the driver dozing off seconds before slamming into two cars on the side of the road, along with a person changing their tire. As a result, … Continued

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April 4, 2022 2 min read

Safety Driving Tips for Construction Zones

It can be challenging to avoid construction zones in cities, suburbs, or while traveling. As cars try to navigate through the orange cones that often line streets and roadways, these projects can cause significant delays. While new construction is essential, construction sites are magnets for traffic accidents. Keep reading to learn safety driving tips for … Continued

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March 28, 2022 2 min read

Push for Autonomous Vehicles Gains Traction, Safety Concerns Persist

Last week, the U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the federal government would be implementing “meaningful” policy frameworks in the coming years for autonomous (self-driving) vehicles, paving the way for broader public adoption, which can significantly impact the entire American transportation system. However, critics have long been concerned about the potential safety issues related to this … Continued

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March 21, 2022 2 min read

Daylight Saving Time in Tennessee

Daylight saving time is a topic on which everyone has an opinion. There are many sides to the debate. Some individuals love the extra hour of daylight in the evenings during the summer months, while others despise losing an hour of sleep. At Stillman & Friedland, we want to make sure you know the impact … Continued

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March 14, 2022 3 min read

Over 46,000 People Died on U.S. Roadways in 2021

The National Safety Council released preliminary data on roadway and traffic fatalities last year. The results are sobering; over 46,000 individuals have died in traffic accidents in 2021. These numbers mark a 9% increase from 2020 and a staggering 18% increase from 2019. Lorraine Martin, president and CEO of the National Safety Council, called the numbers “unacceptable.” … Continued

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March 7, 2022 2 min read

Safety Tips for Teen Drivers in Tennessee

Young people, particularly teens, are at a greater risk of being injured or killed in car accidents in Tennessee. According to the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO), 2,785 distracted driving crashes involving teen drivers occurred statewide between November 1, 2020, and October 31, 2021. Between January 2020 and December 2021, 602 teenage drivers were involved … Continued

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February 28, 2022 3 min read

Road Rage Incidents Becoming Systemic Problem For U.S. Drivers

Road rage incidents are becoming a systemic problem for U.S. drivers. Since the start of the pandemic, many Americans have faced an exponential increase in stress, pressure, and burnout. Unfortunately for drivers, these stressors have manifested on our nation’s roadways, resulting in a significant uptick in road rage incidents. Used as an interchangeable term that … Continued

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February 21, 2022 2 min read

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