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  • By: Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton

Losing a family member is never easy. The pain can be even more profound when that loss comes unexpectedly due to another person’s negligence. Those who grapple with such a tragedy often find themselves overwhelmed, unsure of their rights and the steps they can take to bring justice to their loved one’s passing. Who Can File A Wrongful Death Claim? In Tennessee, the right to file a wrongful death claim is limited to specific individuals. The state’s laws prioritize immediate family members in the following order: Surviving spouse: The husband or wife of the deceased has the primary right to file. Children: Adult children of the deceased can pursue the claim if there is no surviving spouse or if the spouse is unable or unwilling to file. Parents: In cases where the deceased had no spouse or children,…Read More

  • By: Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton

The loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is a traumatic experience. In addition to emotional pain, the surviving family members may face unexpected financial struggles. Wrongful death claims can provide ample financial security during this tough time, but there are strict time limits in place to file such claims. Tennessee’s Statute Of Limitations Tennessee law imposes a strict one-year statute of limitation on wrongful death claims. This means that surviving family members generally have only one year from the date of their loved one’s death to file a lawsuit. It is essential to note that the clock starts ticking on the date of death, not necessarily the date you become aware of the wrongful cause. Missing the deadline might jeopardize your ability to seek and claim compensation. Taking Action After A Loss If…Read More

  • By: Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton

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 threats to your quality of life, including your ability to work, your relationships with those closest to you, and obviously your short- and long-term health and well-being. Much too frequently, TBIs are suffered as the result of motor vehicle accidents and slip-and-fall accidents, where another party’s reckless or negligent actions were the primary cause of the unfortunate incident. In some cases where primary brain injuries occur, the full extent of the harm takes place immediately. However, there are also many instances where victims appear to…Read More

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