The short answer in most cases — no. Oftentimes, individuals with legitimate personal injury claims avoid seeking the compensation they are entitled to for the fear of having personal records exposed in court. When you file a lawsuit against another person, it is true that they may be able to compel you to produce…
As founder and senior partner, Ralph Brown has more than 34 years of legal experience representing Tennesseans in a wide range of cases. Starting in 1979, he handled criminal, domestic, personal injury, and insurance defense cases. By 1993, Ralph had focused his practice exclusively on Plaintiffs’ personal injury cases – representing victims of truck,…
No one wants to plan for a car accident or the need for a car accident attorney, but taking a look at your insurance policy can help you be better prepared in case of an accident. There are several different types of coverage that you should consider. Liability Coverage Liability coverage protects you from…
Public perception of marijuana use is rapidly changing. Its prevalence as a theme or source of humor in movies and popular music, coupled with its legalization in two states now, has led many people – especially young people – to believe that it’s really no big deal. If you’re wondering why marijuana possession in…
By now you may have seen one of our new commercials on TV or noticed one of our billboards around town. (If you haven’t, you can view them here) There are a number of interesting stories behind this campaign, but none more interesting than that of our “star,” Mr. Brian Keith – a story…
Community matters at The Lawyers of Brown & Roberto. We are dedicated to serving both our clients and our community and proudly support the Epilepsy Foundation of East Tennessee. Head trauma is a leading cause – and a preventable one – of new cases of epilepsy. This is particularly true in children, especially in…
Lawsuit: If you’ve been injured in a car wreck that you were not at fault in or only partially at fault in, you may be able to file a lawsuit, which is a complaint against another party, to receive compensation. Settlement: If you agree to settle in a car wreck case, you’re agreeing to…
Many workers face falling injuries at work. A common reason that the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Carrier will deny the claim is that the Carrier will call the fall “idiopathic.” This is legal speak for stating that work had nothing to do with the cause of the fall. The case of James McCaffery Cardinal Logistics,…
Your first priority should always be your health and the health of any passengers in your vehicle. Take a deep breath and try to stay calm. Then assess any injuries you have or those in your vehicle have sustained. If needed, call 911 and request medical assistance. Your first thoughts should only be concerned…
Is your job making you sick? Most people don’t realize that Workers’ Compensation also covers work-related illness and occupational diseases. Even though it may have been years since you last worked, if your workplace environment caused you hearing loss or an exposure you had years earlier has now developed into cancer, you may have…