Daniel L. Clayton

Most motorists in Tennessee are aware of the dangers and risks of driving these days. Yet, it seems that far too many people take driving for granted and are not as careful as they should be behind the wheel. Losing focus for just a split second while driving is more… Read More →

Tennessee is home to thousands of motorcyclists. Motorcycles are an enjoyable way to explore scenic roadways and city streets here. Yet, motorcyclists face unique risks that are not present for motorists in passenger vehicles. Since motorcycles have a small profile, they can be harder for other drivers to spot. While… Read More →

There are a multitude of different catastrophic injuries that accident victims can potentially suffer, including broken bones, spinal cord injuries and any type of organ failure. Out of all these possibilities, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) might be the most frightening and complex of the group. It can present many… Read More →

Sadly, most drivers here in Arizona realize that the threat of another motorist’s negligent actions doesn’t necessarily end as soon as you arrive at your destination. Pedestrian accidents occur far too often, especially near crosswalks, intersections and parking lots. Due to the lack of protection against an oncoming motor vehicle,… Read More →

A multi-vehicle crash in Knoxville on East Emory Road near Bell Road resulted in one fatality. A vehicle stopped in the northbound lane was hit from behind, pushing it into the opposite lane where it collided with a southbound vehicle. The driver of the southbound vehicle died, and four others… Read More →

A woman underwent a laparoscopic gastric bypass, during which surgeons allegedly cut and then reattached her small intestines backward, leading to a hernia. During emergency surgery for the hernia, anesthetists reportedly damaged her lungs, causing blood clots. Due to a broken machine, she was given clot-busting medication, causing micro-hemorrhages and… Read More →

Helping an aging or ailing parent transition to life in an Arizona assisted living facility can be an emotionally turbulent time for an adult son or daughter. You’re faced with the realization that the person who nurtured and cared for you as you were growing up is no longer able… Read More →

A family filed a medical malpractice lawsuit alleging that a hospital staff's negligence caused a man's death after a catheter was incorrectly placed into an artery following multiple unsuccessful attempts. The lawsuit claimed the staff failed to recognize their error, leading to the man suffering a stroke, heart attack, paralysis,… Read More →

When working to obtain a driver’s license in Tennessee, residents are taught to avoid distractions, stay focused behind the wheel and drive defensively. Unfortunately, it seems too many people these days throw caution to the wind, leading to a reckless driving accident that puts others at risk. Being involved in… Read More →