Have you or a loved one been involved in an Auto Accident? Before You Make a GIANT Mistake and Talk to An Insurance Adjuster, Sign any Forms or Hire an Attorney; Please Give Us a Call or Order Our Free Book - we are here to help. - Phillip
When you get into your car each day, you are one of over four million licensed drivers traveling the roads and highways of our great state. Unfortunately, you might be unlucky enough to be involved in one of Tennessee’s 486 car accidents that occur each day. These accidents resulted in 1,284 deaths in 2006 alone. However, knowing that you aren’t the only person who will be involved in an accident this year is of little comfort. If you or someone you love has been hurt in a serious car accident due to somebody else’s negligence, then you may be feeling angry, frightened, or even alone in your suffering.
There is no reason for you to bear your burden alone. The experience of an auto accident is traumatic enough and your recovery will bring its own challenges. You don’t need the added stress of worrying about who will pay for the medical care you need, how your car will be repaired, and if the individuals responsible for your suffering will be brought to justice. This is the time to call the law firm of local Tennessee attorneys and staff who for the past 25 years have dedicated their lives to protecting the rights of injured men, women, and children in Tennessee.
Serious Auto Accidents Don’t Just Happen
We hear it all the time – “accidents happen”. However that really isn’t true. There is always a reason for an accident, always an explanation. In our experience there is usually a person or people behind the cause of the accident, people who should be held accountable. You don’t deserve the injuries and suffering you’ve been through because of somebody else’s negligence, and our job is to make sure that you receive the justice and compensation that you deserve.
You may not be sure whether or not you really need an attorney; however we still want to hear from you. Our policy is to meet with you for no cost and no obligation if you have been involved in an accident and believe that someone else is at fault. Since we’re on your side, we base our fees on whether or not we can recover on your claim. If we recover nothing, then you owe us nothing for our time and effort. We hope the realization that you have nothing to lose by pursuing a satisfactory resolution to your case reassures you, and allows you to focus your energy on getting better while we fight for your rights.
Choosing Phillip Miller & Associates for Your Auto Accident Case
When you hire an attorney from Phillip Miller & Associates, you’re getting the whole package. You don’t just get an extremely qualified and dedicated lawyer, you also get a loyal Tennessee resident who cares about the quality of life in their community and who puts their time and money into standing up for causes and charities they believe in. You can read about some of the causes we support on our home page, along with a summary of our professional qualifications. Additional details about our attorneys and staff can be found by viewing our personal profiles, where you can get to know the men and women who will be looking out for your best interest.
Please contact Phillip Miller & Associates today and take your first step forward towards putting the frustration and horror of your auto accident experience behind you.
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Nashville car wreck caused by drugged driver who thinks he did nothing wrong. Drunk and drugged drivers are involved in Tennessee Auto Accidents every day, but they rarely accept responsibility. This is an actual statement (excuse) given by a defendant in a Nashville car accident case. Unbelievable? Not a word of regret about hurting someone else and the craziest excuse you can imagine.
Tennessee Child auto injuries clearly reduced by the use of child safety seats.[PDF] Children in Tennessee automobile accidents have a much better chance of surviving when they are in a child safety seat. Children without a child safety seat are 8 times more likely to have incapacitating injuries from a side impact, and are three times more likely to be seriously injured in a vehicle rollover.
Tennessee Driver's License Study Guide Tennessee car accidents are often the result of practices and driving errors that are specifically discussed in the driver's license study guide.
Tennessee Drivers Manual and Rules of the Road The Tennessee Drivers' Manual includes rules of the road for safe operation of cars that when followed prevent unnecessary collisions and crashed
Traffic Control in Construction Zones - The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Construction sites and poor traffic signs and warnings can be the cause of serious car collisions and injuries. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) provides the rules adopted by each state for traffic signs, pavement markings, signals and anything used to control traffic.
Tennessee Driver's Manual[PDF] The Tennessee Driver's Manual includes the rules of the road and safe operation of a vehicle, as well as suggestions on how to avoid unnecessary accidents.
Front end and head-on collisions still producing fatalities despite airbags.[PDF] A seven year study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that despite airbags and seatbelts, people continue to die in frontal collisions. Simply stated, airbags and seatbelts do not prevent fatalities in all cases. Size of the occupant, angle of impact, and severity of impact as examples, can affect whether or not someone survives a head-on collision.
Car Accident Deaths[PDF] Data for the first six months of 2009 show a 7% decrease in the traffic fatalities. This data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides a full set of data showing the trend.
Older Adults Unaware of Risks with Pills and Driving[PDF] 95% of the older americans in this study were taking prescription medication, but less than a third (28%) of the pill takers knew what affect the medication could have on their driving.
Tennessee Rules of the Road for Safe Driving[PDF] We must know the rules of the road to represent our clients, and all safe drivers should know them. This reference on the Tennessee Rules of the Road for Safe Driving is from the State of Tennessee's driver's license study guide.
Road rage and Aggressive Driving Targeted by Law Enforcement[PDF] Road rage and aggressive driving are projected to cost more than $40 billion per year in losses and damages. Speeding, tailgating, running lights, and weaving in traffic are all examples of aggressive, dangerous driving. Law enforcement programs in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, and Florida have resulted in more than 400,000 tickets for aggressive driving.
Tennessee Car Accident Statistics The number of Tennessee traffic accidents has been on the rise. This article gives a comprehensive summary of the most recent Tennessee traffic crash statistics. Contact an experienced Nashville car accident lawyer at Phillip Miller & Associates at 800-337-HURT (4878) or 615-356-2000 if you have been injured in a car accident.
Description: For cases involving victims of Tennessee car accidents, Tennessee tractor trailer accidents, and Tennessee motorcycle accidents where a car or truck are also involved, "black boxes" can provide information that can be downloaded and interpreted.
Description: Auto accidents fatalities caused by drunk driving are continually monitored and Data accumulated by the National Highway Safety Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 2007-2008 shows decreases in deaths in most states, nationwide.
Description: Surviving a crash in a Tennessee auto accident may depend on the car you are in. This link allows you to check the safety ratings and crash test results of cars.
Description: The Center for Auto Safety provides information on recalls, defects, auto industry fines, complaints, and news related to auto defects and safety for cars involved in Tennessee car accidents, Tennessee motorcycle accidents, and Tennessee tractor trailer accidents.
Description: This is an insurance industry site that includes data on fatalities, crashworthiness, vehicle ratings, and top safety picks among current cars that are involved in Tennessee car accidents.
Description: This link tells you how and where to go to obtain a copy of an accident report for a collision that occured in Nashville and Davidson County.
Description: The risk of being in a Tennessee car accident is higher among 16- to 19-year-olds than among any other age group. Teen drivers are four times more likely than older drivers to crash.
Description: Saferoadmap.org provides an online resource for maps that show accident "hot spots" nationwide. By entering a zip code, you can see what accidents and fatalities have occurred in a particular area, when they occurred, and even whether a victim was wearing a seatbelt. When you are driving somewhere for the first time, this resource can give you advanced notice of "hot spots" to look out for.
Description: TDOT Smartmap of Traffic Incidents, Construction, and Live Camera Feeds are often helpful in reconstructing Tennessee Auto accidents, Tennessee motorcycle accidents, Tennessee tractor trailer accidents, and Tennessee personal injury claims.