Wrongful death claims in Tennessee hold parties financially accountable for negligence or recklessness. Plaintiffs can recover damages for medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of earning capacity, and loss of love. Successful claims require gathering death certificates and medical records. In Tennessee, medical malpractice cases require a unanimous decision from all…Read More
Tennessee law defines catastrophic injuries as spinal cord damage causing paralysis, amputations of both hands or feet, third-degree burns over 40 percent of the body, or the wrongful death of a parent. These severe injuries often require medical records analysis to prove long-term financial loss and the need for live-in…Read More
Tennessee law grants the primary right to file wrongful death claims to a surviving spouse, followed by children and parents. If no immediate family exists, the estate's legal representative handles the filing. Available compensation includes funeral costs, medical expenses, and lost wages. Claims must generally be filed within one year…Read More
Tennessee law imposes a strict one-year statute of limitations on wrongful death claims. Surviving family members generally have one year from the date of death to file a lawsuit. Important evidence for these claims includes death certificates, medical records, and proof of lost income. Missing this deadline may jeopardize the…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
