In Tennessee and all across the United States, people put their loved ones in nursing homes every day, expecting that they will be well cared for. However, many patients suffer from abuse, negligent, and in some cases patients even die as a result of medical malpractice and negligence. Tennessee Wrongful…
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Lawsuit filed against nursing home for an alleged sexual assault
In Tennessee and all across the country, families place their elderly loved ones in nursing homes each year. When doing so, they expect that their loved ones will be properly taken care of and looked after. Unfortunately, many nursing homes are understaffed, overworked, and improperly trained. This can and unfortunately…
Tennessee Bullying Case Affirmed at the Court of Appeals
Last year our office tried a case against Robertson County, Tennessee. The case involved serious injuries that a young boy sustained after being in a skirmish with another student. At trial, we successfully put on evidence about the school system ignoring our client’s disabilities and a mother’s continued request for…
Doctor Files Lawsuit Against Bar and Grill Over Fight
According to the lawsuit, Dr. Donald Mitchell and his wife, Barbara Mitchell, along with several friends went to Rippy’s on the last day of the CMA Music Festival to share an afternoon meal and a few drinks. Before getting their meal, Mitchell closed the group’s tab as requested by their…
Tennessee Department of Health Fines Nursing Home after Rape Case
Our Tennessee Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers have been witnesses to disturbing events over the years. A recent news story highlights the potential dangers that residents sometimes face in these homes. According to a recently reported case, an investigation was started into a nursing home after an eighty-nine year old resident…
Former Nursing Home Executive Sentenced to Prison for Accepting Kickbacks
In Tennessee and all across the United States, we expect working employees to be respectable and honest individuals, especially people in service positions such as an executive for a nursing home. Unfortunately, however, sometimes this is not the case. If you or someone you know has witnessed or may suspect…
Student Paralyzed by Bullying Receives $4.2 Million Settlement from School
In Tennessee and all across the country, it seems like bullying in schools has become a bigger problem than ever. Many students have unfortunately had to face constant bullying and some of these incidents have even led to severe injuries or even suicide for the student that was bullied. If…
$10 Million Verdict for Family of Apartment Murder Victim
In Tennessee and all over the United States, we hear reports about people being abused and killed in their homes, at schools, in parks, and many other places. People should be able to feel safe and secure inside their homes, but sometimes this is unfortunately not the case. If someone…
Tennessee Stand Your Ground Law
Recently Jim Higgins was interviewed about the Tennessee Stand Your Ground Law. It is very similar to the Florida Law. If you want to learn more fell free to watch the interview below: If you have been the victim of a crime and would like to discuss the case with…
Tennessee Assisted Living Facility Failed to Report Cane Beating to Police
In Tennessee and all across the country, people place their elderly loved ones in nursing homes and assisted living facilities when they can no longer care for them. People expect that their loved ones will be well cared for and protected from any harm. Unfortunately, this is not always the…