The trucking industry is undergoing a major shift. In an effort to cut costs, increase flexibility, and respond to ongoing driver shortages, many trucking companies are relying more heavily on independent contractor and gig-based truck drivers rather than traditional employees. While this model may benefit companies financially, it creates serious legal and safety concerns —...Read More

Underride accidents are among the most violent and devastating crashes on Tennessee roads. While most people think of underride crashes as injuries to occupants of smaller vehicles, the reality is that truck drivers are often seriously injured—or killed—during underride-related collisions, especially when the crash causes a sudden stop, jackknife, rollover, or secondary impact involving the...Read More

Intersection crashes are some of the most violent accidents on Tennessee roads—especially when a passenger vehicle slams into the side of a tractor-trailer. These “T-bone” collisions often happen in seconds, leaving a truck driver injured, sidelined from work, and suddenly facing insurance companies eager to shift blame. At Tennessee Accident Law, we represent truck drivers...Read More

One of the biggest dangers injured truck drivers face after a crash in Tennessee isn’t the injury itself—it’s comparative fault. Even when an accident was clearly not your fault, insurance companies often try to assign partial blame to reduce or eliminate what they pay. At Tennessee Accident Law, we regularly see strong truck driver injury...Read More

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious crashes involving commercial trucks on Tennessee roads. For truck drivers, the danger isn’t just the distraction itself—it’s the sudden, unpredictable decisions distracted drivers make that leave professional CDL drivers with no time or space to react. At Tennessee Accident Law, we represent truck drivers injured...Read More

The trucking industry is evolving rapidly as new technology, regulatory changes, workforce challenges, and economic pressures reshape how goods move across Tennessee and the nation. In 2026, these shifts are expected to significantly impact road safety, truck accident liability, and the rights of injured motorists. For Tennessee drivers, understanding trucking industry trends is not just...Read More

Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are rapidly transforming the trucking industry. From driver-assist technology and predictive safety systems to semi-autonomous and autonomous commercial trucks, these innovations are changing how accidents happen — and how liability is determined after a crash. In Tennessee, where major freight corridors like I-40, I-65, I-24, and I-75 carry heavy commercial...Read More

A serious truck accident can leave you with more than physical injuries—it can disrupt every part of your life. Between hospital bills, time off work, and the emotional toll of recovery, the aftermath can feel overwhelming. For victims in Franklin, Brentwood, and Spring Hill, understanding how to file a trucking injury claim in Williamson County...Read More

Every day, thousands of drivers travel through Franklin, Brentwood, and Spring Hill—the commercial heart of Williamson County. With the area’s rapid growth and proximity to major interstates like I-65 and Highway 31, it’s no surprise that truck accidents are becoming more frequent and more severe. At Tennessee Accident Law, we’ve seen firsthand how one moment...Read More

Amazon’s rapid delivery empire has changed the way the world shops—but it has also increased the number of large commercial trucks on Tennessee’s roads. With the constant pressure to meet deadlines, accidents involving Amazon delivery vehicles have become far too common. When one of these trucks causes a serious collision, victims are often left facing...Read More