Posts by Rocky McElhaney
Liability in Tennessee Rental Moving Truck Accidents
Many people who move rent a moving truck from companies like U-Haul instead of hiring a professional mover. Rental trucks come in all shapes and sizes, but they are full trucks rather than the smaller loading vehicles that drivers attach to the back of their cars. While there are advantages to renting your own truck,…
Read MoreSeveral Nashville Pedestrian Accidents in November and December 2024 End in Tragedy
Several pedestrian accidents in November and December 2024 were deadly, causing families to suffer unbearable losses. At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we represent families when drivers take the lives of loved ones. Most pedestrian accidents are preventable. Many fatal pedestrian accidents occur because drivers fail to stop after a light changes to red, fail to…
Read MoreRocky McElhaney Law Firm Raises $8000 for Gallatin CARES!
This year, we presented an $8,000 check to this amazing organization that does so much good for our community. This year’s fundraiser ran from December 2 to December 15, 2024. Rocky McElhaney Law Firm also participated in six days of service during the three-week period before Thanksgiving. Our team members helped bag groceries, refill the…
Read MoreNashville’s Population Increases Are Leading to More Traffic and Accidents
Nashville’s popularity is due to many factors, starting with its wonderful music scene and its great-tasting foods. The city’s popularity comes with a price. More residents and more visitors from across Tennessee and the rest of the country means more traffic. With that traffic comes more congestion, more anxious drivers, and more accidents. While Nashville…
Read MoreHow Long-Term Injuries Can Affect Your Career and Future Earnings
Many accidents result in long-term and permanent injuries that can affect every aspect of the victim’s life. For instance, they may experience severe impacts on their careers and future earnings. Some of those injured may have worked for many years to achieve professional success and job security, only to lose them because of someone else’s…
Read MoreHow Long Could My Truck Accident Case Take to Settle or Resolve?
Trying to deal with injuries, medical bills, and the overall stress of the accident can be overwhelming. The last thing you want is for your legal case to drag on indefinitely. Unfortunately, truck accident cases can take a while to settle or resolve, depending on a few key factors. Remember, while a quick resolution would…
Read MoreWhat Does a Truck Accident Lawyer Do?
Commercial truck accidents can be far more devastating than regular car accidents – often resulting in serious injuries, property damage, or even fatalities. The damage these vehicles cause is often more severe because of their size, and the legal aftermath of a truck accident can be complicated and stressful. Having an experienced Nashville truck accident…
Read MoreHazmat Trucks & Hazardous Material Spills During a Truck Accident
If you have ever noticed a truck marked with a diamond-shaped placard with a number or warning, then you have seen a hazmat truck. These vehicles may be carrying anything from gasoline or chemicals to radioactive materials. Most hazmat truck drivers are trained and careful, but accidents involving these trucks can be very dangerous –…
Read MoreSemi-Truck Accident Settlement Calculators: Are They Accurate?
Being involved and injured in a semi-truck accident can be overwhelming. You have injuries from which to heal, medical bills to pay, and a lot of uncertainty about the future. One of the questions most people ask after a Nashville truck accident is, “How much will my settlement be?” It is natural to want to…
Read MoreFiling a Claim After Being Injured by Falling Cargo in a Truck Accident
Trucks create potential dangers on the road just because of their size. However, there are other issues related to these massive vehicles and the incredible amounts of cargo they transport throughout the country. Over 90% of communities in Tennessee rely on trucks to receive their goods, meaning the state’s roads are full of semis at…
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