Posts by Rocky McElhaney
Can Friends Act as Witnesses in a Car Accident Case?
Any witness in a car accident can be a valuable one, especially if they are trustworthy people who were involved in the incident themselves. That means that friends or other passengers in the vehicle who were in the vehicle with you can and should be a component of your car accident case. However, that’s not…
Read MoreCan Car Accidents Cause Compression Fractures?
Car accidents involve a lot of physics. When two objects strike each other, the force of the accident can create a ripple of energy through the body, instantly causing damage internally and externally. Crashes often result in broken bones and fractures. One of the more serious injuries you can sustain is a compression fracture. According…
Read MoreRocky McElhaney Law Firm Named “Best Places to Work” for the Tenth Time!
I’m honored to announce Rocky McElhaney Law Firm has once again been named one of Nashville Business Journal’s Best Places to Work. This is the tenth time our firm has been selected for inclusion, and we are absolutely thrilled! The Best Places to Work award “recognizes companies in Middle Tennessee that strive to maintain a work-life balance, have…
Read MoreIf a Car Cuts Me Off and I Hit Them, Am I Liable?
Aggressive driving causes numerous problems on today’s roads. If another driver cuts you off, you likely didn’t have enough time to stop to avoid striking them. Who is responsible, then? Often, the other driver, but there are limitations to this. At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we can offer insight into your rights in this situation.…
Read MoreCan I Reopen My Nashville Car Accident Claim?
Most of the time, you cannot open a car accident claim once it is closed. Here is a common scenario. You are in a car accident that causes significant injury. You rush through the process of filing a claim. Then, you learn you are going to need additional surgery, or you may never regain full…
Read MoreWhat’s Making Roads Unsafe in Davidson County?
The Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security (DSHS) keeps a running total of crashes throughout Tennessee and its various counties. 2023 saw 34,130 crashes across the state. Davidson County saw 24,902 of these crashes. What’s interesting to us, however, are the reasons behind these accidents. The DSHS lists these other reasons for car accidents…
Read MoreLack of Seat Belts Is Killing Tennessee Drivers and Passengers
Some data out of the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security (DSHS) recently caught our attention. Their analysis of fatal and serious injury crashes shows some troubling information – mostly that people don’t seem to be wearing their seat belts. The state of Tennessee saw over 6,000 fatal and serious injury crashes in 2023.…
Read MoreHow Does a Car Accident Claim Work When You’re Injured?
In our everyday lives, we focus on what to eat for breakfast, what needs to be done at work, when to pick up the kids from school, and other everyday errands and tasks. So, when you’re left injured from a car accident, it can be a shocking experience. With medical bills beginning to pile up,…
Read MoreSame Job Site, Different Companies: Is It a Work Comp Claim or Not?
Suffering an injury while on the job is undoubtedly stressful, but the complexity intensifies when the individual responsible works for a different company. Should you file a workers’ compensation claim or a third-party injury claim? Luckily, Rocky McElhaney Law Firm handles both types of injury cases, so we’re ready to help no matter what option…
Read MoreCan I Claim My Spouse’s Lost Wages in an Injury Case?
Dealing with injuries is tough, and when your spouse steps up to take care of you, it’s a relief –but it can also put a strain on the family income if they have to miss work. The good news is that in situations like these, you might be able to claim your spouse’s lost wages…
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