Generally, anyone in Tennessee who is convicted of a DUI will be sentenced to serve some amount of jail time. As a condition of the defendant’s release after that minimum time has been served, the judge can order that the defendant be released on probation, provided that certain conditions are met. Those conditions generally include [...]
Car accidents cause many different types of catastrophic and serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, concussions, and head trauma. The faster the cars involved in a crash are traveling and the more direct the impact, the more likely a driver, passenger, or anyone outside the vehicle is to suffer a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). [...]
If you were injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, you have the right to hold the driver who caused the accident accountable for your injuries. If a defective product caused your injuries, you have the right to file a claim against the manufacturer of the product. If you were injured while on the [...]
The criminal justice system is far from perfect, and it can have real world consequences. Wrongful convictions cost defendants their freedom, their reputation, their ability to earn a living, and possibly their lives. A wrongful conviction also affects the families of anyone who is wrongfully convicted. According to the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), an [...]
Most car accidents involve two cars that collide in head-on, broadside, or sideswipe collisions. Many multiple-car accidents involve chain reaction accidents where one car strikes a second car which strikes a third car – and so on. There are some accidents, though, that happen because one car driver’s negligence causes other vehicles to collide with [...]
Several new criminal statutes become effective in 2024. At Delius & McKenzie, PLLC, our criminal defense lawyers understand the latest laws that may affect you in the event any criminal charges are filed against you. The Tennessean recently discussed some of these laws. Generally, statutes that are passed in Tennessee in 2023 become effective on [...]
When individuals are involved in car accidents, one of the first things that they may notice is back pain. This is usually because they sustained a back or spine injury, which are very common in any type of motor vehicle accident. Sometimes, back and spine injuries will heal quickly on their own with rest and [...]
If you have suffered a serious personal injury and you cannot reach a settlement with the other party, your case may proceed to a jury trial. If your personal injury case ends up going to trial, you may be wondering what exactly this means and what it may entail. When lawyers speak of “trials,” they [...]
Although you may have been under the impression that your child was close to perfect and would never be charged with a DUI, it is important to realize that everyone makes mistakes at some point in their lives, especially during their adolescent and teenage years. You may have spent a great deal of time teaching [...]
One of the first questions our clients typically ask is about how much their car accident claims are worth. This is natural, as you are likely wondering if you will receive enough compensation to cover your medical expenses, lost income, monthly bills, and more. Therefore, it may be beneficial for you to know and understand [...]
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