Year: 2021
What steps should I take if I face the risk of a mesothelioma diagnosis?
You may have heard about mesothelioma from television or former coworkers, but it was probably not a risk on your radar. After all, there was likely much more on your plate, with your family and the daily activities of your life. However, if you were exposed to asbestos in your career or otherwise, you may
Should I refuse a field sobriety test?
Seeing lights in your rearview mirror is never a sight you want to see. When you are on your way home from a night out, it can be especially terrifying. Whether you have been drinking or not, there is a chance that the officer has a reason to believe you could be intoxicated. While field
Beware of getting pulled over for a DUI during the holidays
As we near the end of fall and head into winter, we have many great holidays to look forward to. You may be planning on relaxing with your friends and family and sharing a few drinks. While there’s nothing wrong with a few drinks, nothing will ruin your holidays quite like facing DUI charges for
Are fatal car accidents on the rise?
With the lockdowns across the country in 2020, several studies noted that even though there were fewer vehicles on the road, there was a sharp increase in accidents. Now, more people are heading back to work and school as re-openings gain traction. However, it seems that the risk on the road is not disappearing. Study:
What can happen if I refuse a chemical test in Tennessee?
A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) comes with harsh penalties. No one wants to pay costly fines or spend time in prison, which is why some people refuse chemical tests at DUI stops, thinking they can avoid conviction by doing so. This is not always true, though it may make the case more
Congress reintroduces bill for national mesothelioma registry
Federal lawmakers have resumed their efforts to establish a national mesothelioma registry to collect data on patients with the intentions of improving research and treatment. On Nov. 5, two New York lawmakers reintroduced the Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient Registry Act of 2021 before Congress. The bill takes its name after a New York woman who
10 steps to minimize the chance of a DUI conviction
Don’t drive impaired in the first place. Make a plan to avoid driving before you even start drinking. Arrange for a sober driver, who should not drink at all. This is because the odor of alcohol on a person’s breath could be enough for a DUI arrest. Limit yourself to one drink every 1-1/2 hours and
Faulty forensic evidence causes 24% of wrongful convictions
The problem isn’t new. Experts have recognized for more than a decade that much of the forensic science we rely on in criminal cases is flawed or unreliable. In 2009, the National Research Council issued a report to the Justice Department, finding that a great deal of forensic science, especially pattern-matching evidence, is not based
What should you know for Pedestrian Safety Month?
Last year, the U.S. Department of Transportation established October 2020 as the first National Pedestrian Safety Month. It is important to note that pedestrian safety should be a priority for all road users year-round. This focus is especially important in Tennessee. Our state garnered a dangerously high ranking of 13 out of 50 states and
Crash avoidance technology has big benefits for drivers under 25
According to recent studies by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI), crash avoidance features like forward collision warning, lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking are especially effective among drivers under 25. The HLDI performed three separate studies of insurance claims data. The three studies focused on vehicles from Honda, Kia and Subaru. The researchers compared data