Nashville Personal Injury Attorneys
Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in Nashville? Our Firm Can Help
If you or a love one has been injured or killed in any type of accident, you may be entitled to compensation. The personal injury attorneys at Whitfield Bryson LLP can help. We represent clients who have been injured in a wide range of cases, including: Railroad Accidents, Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Bus Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Slip and Fall Cases, Medical Malpractice, Defective Products, Nursing Home Abuse, Wrongful Death, Workplace Injuries, Dog Bites.
To find out if you are entitled to compensation for the negligence or other wrongful conduct on the part of another party, you need to speak to an experienced Nashville personal injury lawyer. Our attorneys have decades of experience helping those injured through the fault of others to recover damages for their losses. Call us for a free consultation.
Contact Us to Find Out if You are Entitled to Compensation
We understand the pressure you are under when you are injured, particularly where the injuries are serious. Medical bills mount up, work time is lost, income is lost, but bills must still be paid. The frustration in these situations is substantial, particular when your injuries are the result of negligent or other wrongful acts on the part of other people. At the same time, the wrongdoer’s insurance company may be knocking on your door offering a quick (but grossly inadequate) payment to resolve your case.
The best step you can take is to turn to the experienced personal injury attorneys at Whitfield Bryson LLP. The clock is ticking, since these claims are subject to the statute of limitations, so any delay could jeopardize your case. And the consultation is free, so it costs you nothing. In the process, you may discover that you are entitled to recover significant damages, including: Hospital and doctor bills, Lost Wages, Pain and Suffering, Future Medical Costs, Property Damage, Emotional Distress, Permanent Injuries, Loss of Consortium.
If you would like to discuss obtaining compensation for your injuries, call us today for a free consultation.
Nashville Personal Injury Attorneys: Our Practice Areas
RAILROAD ACCIDENT
While there has been a decline in recent years in their frequency, there are still thousands of railroad accidents each year. Those accidents leave hundreds of people injured, some of them fatally. The causes include derailments, collisions with other vehicles, and poor maintenance, among others. If you have been injured in a train accident, you may have a claim for your injuries, medical bills, lost wages and more. Call us today for a free consultation.
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CAR ACCIDENT
According to the Department of Safety & Homeland Security, Tennessee car accidents cause tens of thousands of injuries each year. If you have been injured in a car crash, the fault could lie with other drivers, poor roadway design and/or maintenance, defective automobiles, or other causes. And you could be entitled to a damage award covering your losses, including pain and suffering, medical bills, and more. For an honest assessment of your case, including the potential damage award, contact the experienced Nashville car accident lawyers at Whitfield Bryson LLP.
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TRUCK ACCIDENT
Truck accidents are particularly harrowing because of the size of the vehicles involved. If you are in a car that is hit by a truck, you could be stuck by a load weighing as much as 40 tons, many times the weight of an average passenger car. It’s no wonder, then, that the majority of deaths from truck accidents are passenger vehicle occupants. If you have been injured, or a loved one has been killed, in a truck crash, call us for a free evaluation.
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MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
Motorcycle accidents occur for a variety of reasons. Those reasons include, among other things, drivers who fail to check their blind spots when switching lanes, car doors opening into oncoming traffic, poor roadway maintenance (including potholes, crumbling pavement and other issues), and distracted drivers. To find out if your motorcycle accident injuries entitle you to compensation, speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer today.
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BUS ACCIDENT
The most common causes of bus accidents include bus driver fatigue, violation of hours of service regulations, driving while intoxicated (DWI), faulty equipment, and driver error, among others. If you have been injured in a bus accident, as a bus passenger, as a pedestrian, or as the driver or passenger of another vehicle, let us review the facts and provide you with an honest evaluation of your case. Your initial consultation is free.
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PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT
According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, last year Tennessee ranked among the top 20 states in the number of pedestrian fatalities. Pedestrians are significantly more vulnerable than drivers and passengers in motor vehicles, and their injuries tend to be more severe. In addition to being struck by cars and trucks, pedestrians may also be injured by other causes, including defective and poorly maintained sidewalks. If you have been the victim of a pedestrian accident, call us for a free consultation.
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SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENT
Have you been injured in a slip and fall accident? Slip and fall accidents (sometimes referred to a “trip and fall”) can happen anywhere: on an icy or poorly maintained sidewalk, in the supermarket, in a retail store, in a park, or in someone’s home. Some of these accidents result in serious injuries, particularly when a senior citizen is the victim. Speak to an experienced Nashville slip and fall lawyer to find out what damages you may be entitled to. Call our office today.
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MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
According to a study by Johns Hopkins University, medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the United States, behind heart attacks and cancer. Medical malpractice is also the cause of countless injuries to patients, including patients in Nashville. If you believe you were the victim of a medical mistake, call our office to find out what damages can be obtained in your case.
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DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
If you have been injured by a product, you may be entitled to damages. Liability may be based upon defective design, defective manufacture of the device or product, or the failure to adequately warn of potential dangers. In some cases, strict liability may apply. You may be entitled to damages. We can tell you your chances for a recovery, and the amount of damages to which you may be entitled.
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NURSING HOME ABUSE
Elder abuse can occur anywhere, but it is particularly common in nursing homes. These are places for elderly people who need assistance because they cannot care for themselves. We trust the nursing homes and their staffs to take proper care of the residents. Unfortunately, it is all too common for residents of nursing homes to suffer neglect and other abuse. If a loved one is a resident of a nursing facility and you suspect any kind of abuse, contact our firm. The attorneys at Whitfield Bryson LLP will investigate the situation and hold the nursing home and all responsible parties liable.
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WORKPLACE INJURY
When a loved one dies, it is obviously an emotional time for the family of the deceased. If it even more difficult when the death was caused by the negligence of another person or company. Damages in wrongful death cases include two main categories: first, damages suffered by the deceased from the time of the negligent act until his or her death. This can include pain and suffering, medical costs, lost wages, and funeral and burial expenses, among others. Second, there are the damages suffered by the surviving family members, including the spouse and those who relied upon the deceased. If a loved one has died and you believe negligence or wrongful conduct caused or contributed to the death, speak to an experienced wrongful death attorney today. Call us for a free evaluation.
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WRONGFUL DEATH
Workplace injuries are all too common. Workers are entitled to a safe place in which to work. While worker’ compensation provides some relief, it is essential to have the right attorney so that you obtain all the workers’ compensation benefits available. In addition, there may be third parties at fault who may be responsible for your injuries who are not shielded from damage claims by the workers’ compensation laws. If you have been injured in a workplace accident, call our office to discuss how to obtain the maximum benefits available from your employer and any third parties who might also be liable.
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DOG BITE INJURY
If you have been bitten or attacked by a dog, you are not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over a third of all households in the United States own one or more dogs, and over 4 million people are bitten by dogs each year. This has led to homeowners insurers paying out close to $700 million in insurance claims last year. Your case may be fall under the strict liability doctrine, although there are exceptions to that rule. Speak to an experienced Nashville personal injury lawyer at Whitfield Bryson LLP. We will tell you how strong your case is and provide you with an honest evaluation of your damage claim.
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Free Consultation and Decades of Experience
At Whitfield Bryson of Nashville, we have a proven track record of over 30 years’ combined experience helping victims recover maximum damages suffered as the result of the negligence of other people and businesses. These injuries often have lasting consequences for the victims and their families. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in Tennessee, speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer at our firm. Call us today for a free consultation.
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