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What To Do If Your Workers’ Comp Claim Is Denied in Tennessee

June 14, 2024

The Volunteer State is rapidly becoming one of the safest places to work. This is the 11th year in a row that rates have decreased...

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How Long After a Car Accident Can You File a Claim in Tennessee?

June 14, 2024

If you or a loved one have suffered injuries caused by an automobile accident due to someone else’s carelessness, you may be able to file...

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How To Know If You Have a Valid Slip and Fall Case

April 23, 2024

Determining whether you have a valid slip and fall case involves assessing several key factors related to the incident, liability, and damages. Slip and fall...

The experienced personal injury lawyers at The McMahan Law Firm want you to know exactly how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Chattanooga.

How Long Do I Have To File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Tennessee?

April 5, 2024

Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Lawsuits in Tennessee If you’ve suffered an injury in Tennessee due to someone else’s negligence, the standard time limit...

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Can I Settle My Personal Injury Claim Without Going to Court?

April 5, 2024

Settling a Personal Injury Claim Outside of Court in Tennessee In Tennessee, individuals who have suffered a personal injury typically wonder whether they can settle...

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What Does “No Win, No Fee” Mean?

April 5, 2024

Definition of “No Win, No Fee” “No Win, No Fee,” also referred to as working on contingency or on a contingency fee basis, is a...

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How Long Does a Personal Injury Case Take?

April 5, 2024

Understanding the Timeline of a Personal Injury Case in Tennessee The question of how long a personal injury case takes depends on many factors, some...

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Do I Need a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

April 5, 2024

Navigating Personal Injury Lawsuits: The Role of a Lawyer Deciding whether or not to get legal representation can be a difficult choice when starting a...

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How Do You Determine Liability in Tennessee Personal Injury Cases?

April 5, 2024

Determining Liability in Tennessee Personal Injury Cases In personal injury cases, establishing who is at fault, or liable, for the injury is a fundamental component...

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What Compensation Can I Receive in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

April 5, 2024

Understanding Compensation in Personal Injury Lawsuits Personal injury compensation, often referred to as “damages,” is the monetary payment awarded to an individual who has suffered...