Distracted driving is a serious problem on the roads in America, but it doesn’t have to be. While there is no surefire cure for distracted driving, there are actions that people can take to greatly reduce the likelihood of causing or being involved in a distracted...
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Truck-linked accidents: different in scope and complexity
Motorists in the Lakeway area and other parts of East Tennessee are customarily careful and conscientious when they pull out into traffic. Most drivers are. They appreciate that the state’s varied roadways – ranging widely from rural byways to complex and fast-moving...
Using your phone behind the wheel can be deadly
It can be difficult for drivers of any age or experience level to engage in distracted driving. You essentially risk getting in a car accident every time you drive, so not paying attention to the road ahead can only increase the probability of a crash. And, yes, using...
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month arrives in May
A motorcycle ride through East Tennessee can take you on a historical journey filled with beautiful terrain along state and county roads. But remember you must share Hamblen County roads with tourists, many of whom are Civil War buffs or here to enjoy Cherokee Lake...
An overlooked cause of truck accidents: Sleep apnea
You may know someone who suffers from sleep apnea if you don't suffer from it yourself. This condition can have numerous adverse health effects, such as heart disease and hypertension, just to name a few.Around 4% of the United States population suffers from sleep...
A less expensive divorce is only one benefit of mediation
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you probably dread facing months of expensive litigation.Mediation is a popular alternative to the standard court procedure because it is much easier on the pocketbook. However, a more economical approach...
The 4 deadliest types of car accidents
Even though Morristown is a wonderful place to live and work, the area does not have many public transportation options. As such, if you call eastern Tennessee home, you likely drive dozens of times every week. When you climb behind the wheel, though, you must be...
How to manage the costs of divorce
It can be rather expensive to divorce in Tennessee. The average cost of divorce in the state is $12,600. The state also has the 13th highest court filing fee in the nation, with couples needing to pay $303 just to file the paperwork. A lot of people do not...
When you suffer a TBI in a car crash
Car crashes occur all too frequently in Tennessee, especially during the winter months when snow, ice and sleet can pose special dangers on the road. Should you become the victim of one, you could also become one of the 286,000 people who suffer a traumatic brain...
Fatigue is an issue some truck drivers refuse to recognize
No matter the degree of emphasis put on the dangers of drowsy driving, truckers often ignore the rules and put profit before safety. When it comes to a truck-car crash, the smaller vehicle loses, and the cause of that crash may very well be driver fatigue.Common...