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Motorcycle Accident

August Motorcycle Accidents in Chattanooga

Posted on by Matt Brock
August Motorcycle Accidents in Chattanooga

August can bring several motorcycle hazards together on Chattanooga roads. Warm weather keeps riders active, Hamilton County Schools return to class, vacation traffic continues, afternoon storms can change pavement conditions, and low-angle sunlight may reduce visibility during evening travel. The National Weather Service lists Chattanooga’s normal August high at 89.8 degrees, the normal low at […]

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Misdemeanor

Tennessee Public Intoxication Arrest

Posted on by Garth Best
Tennessee Public Intoxication Arrest

A public intoxication arrest during a Tennessee football weekend does not mean the State can prove a crime. Under Tennessee Code Annotated section 39-17-310, prosecutors must prove that you appeared in a public place under the influence of a controlled substance, controlled substance analogue, or another intoxicating substance to the degree that you may have […]

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Car Accident

UTC Move-In Car Accident: What to Do

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UTC Move-In Car Accident: What to Do

A college move-in car accident near the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga can involve packed vehicles, unfamiliar drivers, temporary traffic patterns, scheduled move-in appointments, designated unloading areas, and heavy pedestrian activity. If you are injured, move to a safe location, call 911, obtain medical care, document the scene, exchange information, and note the location of […]

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DUI

First DUI Arrest in Tennessee: What Happens Next?

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First DUI Arrest in Tennessee: What Happens Next?

After a first DUI arrest in Tennessee, you may face booking, release conditions, a court date, evidence collection, and possible driver’s license consequences. An arrest is not a conviction. The State must still prove every required element beyond a reasonable doubt. A first DUI conviction can carry mandatory jail time, a fine, probation, alcohol and […]

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Car Accident

Distracted Driving Evidence After a Chattanooga Summer Crash

Posted on by Matt Brock
Distracted Driving Evidence After a Chattanooga Summer Crash

If a distracted driver injured you during summer break in Chattanooga, useful evidence may include proof of distraction, proof of fault, and records showing how the crash affected your health, income, transportation, and daily life. Scene photographs, witness statements, police reports, nearby video, cell phone records, vehicle data, medical records, wage documents, and a written […]

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Motorcycle Accident

Tennessee Vacation Traffic and Motorcycle Crashes: What Riders Need to Know

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Tennessee Vacation Traffic and Motorcycle Crashes: What Riders Need to Know

Vacation traffic can increase motorcycle crash risks across Tennessee, especially when visiting drivers are unfamiliar with local highways, mountain curves, construction zones, and busy intersections. Riders near Chattanooga may face added hazards on I-24, I-75, Highway 153, downtown streets, and scenic roads around Lookout Mountain and Signal Mountain. After a crash, Tennessee fault rules, insurance […]

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Car Accident

Chattanooga Uber and Lyft Passenger Crash Claims

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Chattanooga Uber and Lyft Passenger Crash Claims

Yes. If you are injured as an Uber or Lyft passenger during summer travel in Chattanooga, you may have the right to seek compensation from one or more insurance policies. Responsibility may rest with the rideshare driver, another motorist, a vehicle owner, an employer, a maintenance provider, a manufacturer, or another party whose conduct contributed […]

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Misdemeanor

Charged With Disorderly Conduct After a Concert or Festival in Chattanooga?

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Charged With Disorderly Conduct After a Concert or Festival in Chattanooga?

 Being charged with disorderly conduct after a concert or festival in Chattanooga often comes down to heated moments in crowded environments. These charges can stem from arguments, fights, loud behavior, resisting police instructions, or misunderstandings in chaotic settings. While disorderly conduct is usually a misdemeanor in Tennessee, it can still lead to jail time, fines, […]

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Car Accident

Summer Road Trip Car Accident Claims in Tennessee: How to Protect Your Rights After a Collision

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Summer Road Trip Car Accident Claims in Tennessee: How to Protect Your Rights After a Collision

Best and Brock represents injured individuals across Tennessee from its office at 1257 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, and the firm regularly sees how summer travel patterns lead to a sharp rise in serious vehicle collisions. Summer road trips bring heavy traffic, long driving hours, construction zones, and out-of-state drivers who are unfamiliar with local […]

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Breathalyzer Test

What Happens If You Refuse a Breath Test During a Summer DUI Stop in Chattanooga?

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What Happens If You Refuse a Breath Test During a Summer DUI Stop in Chattanooga?

Refusing a breath test during a DUI stop in Chattanooga carries immediate and long-term consequences under Tennessee’s implied consent laws, especially during busy summer enforcement periods when checkpoints and roadside stops are more frequent. Best and Brock represent individuals facing these situations and help them understand how refusal impacts both license status and court proceedings. […]

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