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What to Expect after an Amputation Injury
Around 1.8 million people across the United States live with an amputation, and thousands of amputations occur each year due to accidents and injury. An injury that is catastrophic enough to cause or require amputation is often one of the most traumatic experiences of a person’s life, and it is important to know what… Read More »
Car Accidents Caused by Drunk Drivers
Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs cause drunk driving crashes around the Nashville area every year, injuring passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers on the road. In many cases, the consequences of these car crashes are often far more serious than other types of motor vehicle crashes because of the drunk driver’s… Read More »
Types of Noneconomic Damages Awarded in a Personal Injury Case
After an accident in Tennessee, personal injury victims are entitled to both economic and noneconomic damages for their injuries. Economic damages pay for out of pocket costs, such as medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and the loss of future income and benefits that are all easy to calculate with receipts, records, and paystubs…. Read More »
Types of Bone Fractures Caused by Accidents
Many people assume that bone fractures are all the same; however, there are many different types of bone fractures that can occur in accidents that can have substantially varied impacts on different parts of the body. At Mitch Grissim & Associates in Nashville, our experienced attorneys appreciate the differences in bone fractures caused by… Read More »
Ramifications of Spine and Back Injuries
Spine and back injuries are common in car crashes and other types of serious accidents. The consequences of spine and back injuries can impact accident victims for months or even years after the initial crash, and in the worst cases victims are left permanently affected by their spine and back injuries. The knowledgeable personal… Read More »
Limits on Tennessee Personal Injury Claims
Tennessee is one of the states where the law places limits on the amount of personal injury damages that can be collected for victims after an accident. If you or someone you know has been hurt in an accident in the Nashville area, it is critical that you hire an experienced attorney who understands… Read More »
Common Causes of Amputation Injuries at Construction Sites
Amputation injuries involve the loss of a body part, such as a finger, hand, arm, toe, foot, leg, or a facial feature like an eye, ear, or nose. This type of injury is one of the most debilitating and life changing of all construction site injuries, and when an accident like this occurs victims… Read More »
What is a Spinal Cord Injury?
One of the most serious injuries that can occur in an accident is a spinal cord injury. This injury is routinely referred to when discussing back and spine injuries, but many people do not understand the exact harm of a spinal cord injury and its lasting effects. At Mitch Grissim & Associates in Nashville… Read More »
Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney When You Speak with Insurers
The hours, days, and weeks after an accident can be a painful, stressful, and confusing time for personal injury victims. It can be difficult to know who to talk to or what to do after an accident. Oftentimes, the insurance companies involved will start asking for statements and information shortly after an accident, but… Read More »
How To Minimize the Chances of a Boating Accident
This year was one of the most popular years for boating in Tennessee, with thousands of vessels on the water around the Nashville area. Unfortunately, with an increase in the number of boats also comes an increase in the number of boating accidents. Thankfully, there are steps that you can take to minimize the… Read More »
