Defendant's Attorney: Sallie Whitmore Papajohn and Mary Beth Haltom White for ICE

Eric J. Burch for Radovic Djordje

Description: Knoxville, Tennessee personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theories claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries as a direct result of an car semin-tractor trailer rig accident caused by Djordie.

"Tennessee auto negligence law, like in most states, revolves around the concept of negligence causing harm to others. Here's a breakdown of the key elements:

Duty of care: Drivers on Tennessee roads owe a duty of care to other drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists. This means they must operate their vehicles in a safe and reasonable manner, following traffic laws and regulations.

Breach of duty: A breach of duty occurs when a driver fails to uphold their duty of care. This can involve various actions like:

Speeding
Driving under the influence (DUI)
Distracted driving (e.g., texting, eating)
Reckless driving
Failing to yield the right of way
Ignoring traffic signals
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Proximate cause: The breach of duty must be the proximate cause of the accident and resulting injuries. This means that the accident wouldn't have happened without the driver's negligence.

Damages: If all elements are proven, the injured party can seek compensation for damages, including:

Medical expenses
Lost wages
Pain and suffering
Property damage
Emotional distress

Comparative negligence: Tennessee follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means that the injured party's own negligence can reduce their compensation amount proportionally. For example, if they're found 20% at fault, their damages are reduced by 20%. However, if they're found 50% or more at fault, they cannot recover any damages."

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Outcome: Settled and dismisse dwith prejudice.

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