Category Archives: Car Accident

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

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 […]

Common Causes of Rear-End Car Accidents During Summer Vacation Travel in Tennessee

Common Causes of Rear-End Car Accidents During Summer Vacation Travel in Tennessee

Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of crashes during summer vacation travel across Tennessee. Best and Brock work with individuals and families who are often surprised by how quickly these accidents happen, especially when traffic is heavy, drivers are distracted, and highway conditions change without warning. Summer brings an increase in road trips, […]

Summer Road Trip Accidents in Tennessee: Who Is Liable When an Out-of-State Driver Causes a Crash?

Summer Road Trip Accidents in Tennessee: Who Is Liable When an Out-of-State Driver Causes a Crash?

When an out-of-state driver causes a summer road trip accident in Tennessee, the at-fault driver may be liable under Tennessee personal injury law even if they live elsewhere. Your claim depends on where the crash happened, what insurance applies, how fault is divided, and whether another party, such as an employer or commercial carrier, contributed […]

The “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” in Tennessee: Why Teen Driver Accidents Spike After School Ends

The “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” in Tennessee: Why Teen Driver Accidents Spike After School Ends

Summer in Tennessee is a period of increased risk for young drivers, and families need to understand the dangers. At Best & Brock, we have represented many families whose teens have been involved in accidents during what is commonly referred to as the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer,” spanning from Memorial Day to Labor Day. […]

Rainy Spring Car Accidents in Chattanooga: How Fault Is Decided in Hydroplaning Crashes

Rainy Spring Car Accidents in Chattanooga: How Fault Is Decided in Hydroplaning Crashes

Spring in Chattanooga brings frequent rain showers, creating hazardous driving conditions that can easily lead to hydroplaning crashes. These accidents often involve complex questions of fault, especially when multiple vehicles are involved or road conditions contribute to the collision. Understanding how fault is decided under Tennessee law is essential for drivers and accident victims who […]

April Showers and Car Accidents in Tennessee: How Wet Roads Affect Fault and Claims

April Showers and Car Accidents in Tennessee: How Wet Roads Affect Fault and Claims

Springtime in Tennessee brings unpredictable weather, and with that comes additional risks for drivers. Wet roads create hazards that require extra caution, yet many drivers underestimate the impact of rain on vehicle control. Best and Brock, a Chattanooga-based law firm, sees firsthand how spring showers contribute to a spike in car accidents. Water on the […]

Teen Drivers, Spring Break, and Accidents: What Parents Need to Know About Liability in Tennessee

Teen Drivers Spring Break and Accidents: What Parents Need to Know About Liability in Tennessee

Spring Break is a period of increased travel and activity, and teen drivers in Tennessee are particularly vulnerable to accidents during this time. Best & Brock has represented families in Chattanooga and surrounding counties in cases involving teen accidents, and understanding liability is critical. Parents may face both civil and financial responsibility if their teens […]

Rainy Spring Roads and Car Accidents in Chattanooga: Who Is at Fault When Conditions Are Bad?

Rainy Spring Roads and Car Accidents in Chattanooga: Who Is at Fault When Conditions Are Bad?

Spring rain in Chattanooga increases the risk of car accidents, creating dangerous road conditions that can lead to collisions. Determining fault in these situations is often complex, requiring careful consideration of driver actions, environmental conditions, and Tennessee’s comparative fault laws. Best & Brock, with years of experience handling car accidents in Chattanooga, explains what drivers […]

How Insurance Companies Evaluate Car Accident Claims — and Why It Feels So Slow

How Insurance Companies Evaluate Car Accident Claims — and Why It Feels So Slow

 Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming. Along with physical and emotional recovery, the process of filing an insurance claim can seem like a slow and frustrating ordeal. At Best and Brock, we understand how crucial it is to get your claim processed as quickly as possible, but it’s important to […]

Why Tennessee Sees More Car Wrecks After the First Freeze

Why Tennessee Sees More Car Wrecks After the First Freeze

As temperatures drop in Tennessee, roads become more hazardous, leading to a noticeable increase in car accidents. After the first freeze, ice and frost present hidden dangers for drivers unfamiliar with winter road conditions. In this detailed discussion, we’ll explain why this happens, how to stay safe, and what legal options you have if you’re […]