Last week furniture maker IKEA issued a recall notice for 27 million of its Malm chests and dressers. Because of the way that they are designed, the furniture can easily tip over under normal use. According to USA Today, two children died in 2014 after their Malm chests flipped over on them. IKEA reported…
The Lawyers of Brown & Roberto assist veterans whose claims have been denied, or who are seeking increased ratings. Why might your veterans disability claim be denied? You Were Unable to Establish a Connection Between Your Disability and Your Military Service Many Veterans’ claims are denied because the applicant was unable to establish a…
It’s 2016 and we have the world at our fingertips. According to comscore, an estimated 187 million Americans now own a smart phone, which represents approximately 77% of the population. Wi-fi is readily available at seemingly every turn and you can use Google to find information on virtually any topic. When someone has been…
Most of us have, at one time or another, tripped over a rug or slipped on a wet spot in a place of business. Most of the time, it’s no big deal. We simply go on about our business. But what do you do if it’s more serious than that? What if you are…
Work injuries can happen anytime, to anyone, even in seemingly low-risk environments. If you are injured at work you may be entitled workerscompensation benefits. If the accident was caused by a third party (someone who does not work for your employer), you may be entitled to additional compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit…
Car accidents can be an emotional experience and emotions can cloud your judgment. When you’ve been involved in a car accident, it’s important to remain calm and do your best to think clearly. Seeking guidance from a trusted Knoxville car accident attorney early in the process can also provide peace of mind and ensure…
With winter weather in the forecast, let’s review some winter driving tips. As you know, winter weather brings with it some additional challenges for traveling safely. In case you are involved in an accident or even stuck in the traffic behind one here are some tips to be prepared for delays: Purchase a car…
Social Security Disability (SSD or SSDI) includes survivor benefits for widows and widowers. If you are a disabled widow or widower of a person who received SSD benefits, you may be entitled to their disability benefits. Who is Eligible for Disabled Widow or Widower Benefits? As a widow or widower of a SSD recipient, you…
Myth #3: The BAC Test is Always Accurate In Part 1 of our series on Tennessee DUI Myths, we addressed the myth that the driver’s blood alcohol content is the sole determining factor in a DUI charge. In this article, we address another myth related to blood alcohol content, they myth that the tests…
School bus safety is always a concern, especially now that winter break is almost over with kids going back to school next week. It’s important to know and understand the law about stopping for school buses so you can help keep kids safe and avoid getting a ticket. Under Tennessee law, you are required…