- Criminal DefenseCar accidents can happen for many different reasons in Tennessee. They can be caused by speeding, texting while driving, drunk driving, drugged driving, failing to obey traffic signals and signs, tailgating, and other behaviors. The circumstances of the accident will dictate under which theory to pursue a claim and who should be pursued for damages. In drunk driving cases, for example, dram shop laws may apply, such that an establishment that served a drunk driver can be pursued for damages. However, there may be other contributing causes to explore as well, such as dangerous property conditions or defective car components. Our injury attorneys can help Knoxville residents thoroughly examine the cause of a crash. Criminal Law
- DUI/DWITim McLaughlin has over thirty years experience in the area of criminal law. Tim McLaughlin is a former Public Defender in Knox County. A criminal lawyer fights to bring your case before the court in the light most favorable to you. We are most satisfied in the adversarial process when the case is dismissed. Even though our firm endeavors to avoid a trial and obtain a favorable resolution of your case, McLaughlin Legal is dedicated to provide a committed and vigorous representation on your behalf and will not shy away from a trial. McLaughlin Legal represent criminal defendants in all federal and state courts in the State of Tennessee and handles criminal matters including murder, embezzlement, sex crimes, fraud, rape, vehicular manslaughter, drugs and DUI.
- Wrongful DeathMcLaughlin Legal has worked with numerous law firms throughout the country in the prosecution of wrongful death, automobile accidents, personal injury, toxic exposure, and mesothelioma cases. McLaughlin Legal will discuss your legal rights with you if you have been injured in another state by the fault of someone's negligence or have been exposed to asbestos or other toxic chemicals and have developed an injury.
- Traffic Violations
- Sex Crimes
- Embezzlement
- AssaultIn Tennessee, all crimes need to be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, which is a tough standard to meet. The specific elements that must be shown vary depending on the crime being charged. Under section 39-13-102, for example, you can be charged with aggravated assault if you intentionally or knowingly commit a simple assault that causes serious bodily injury or death, involves the use or display of a deadly weapon, or involves attempted or accomplished strangulation. It is critical to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney. Our attorneys have more than 30 years of experience in criminal law. Mr. McLaughlin is a former Public Defender. Workers' Compensation
- Murder
- Manslaughter
- Workers CompensationUnder Tennessee law, employers that have at least five employees in the state must procure workers' compensation insurance for their employees. All construction and coal-mining employers need to be insured, no matter how many employees they have. If you were injured or made sick while working in Tennessee, you may be able to recover benefits by filing a workers' compensation claim. For example, if you develop carpal tunnel syndrome due to repetitive stress on your wrists and hands, and it necessitates medical care or being away from work, you may be able to obtain workers' compensation benefits to address the carpal tunnel syndrome. These may account for both medical costs and some of the income that you missed because of your injury. Product Liability
- Premises LiabilityIf you have suffered personal injury as a result of another’s actions, you may be entitled to bring a personal injury claim to recover damages. A personal injury case may include injuries as a result of a motor vehicle collision, a fall or injury on another’s property, premises liability, product liability, medical negligence and toxic exposures.
- Personal InjuryAccidents can result in life-long, life-altering, serious or even fatal injuries. Sometimes, these injuries change our lives because of the pain and physical limitations they create, and often they present financial and emotional difficulties. A life may be permanently altered due to injuries that range from paralysis, traumatic brain injury, or the loss of a limb. If you were injured in an accident in Tennessee, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit for damages.
- Medical MalpracticeMost personal injury lawsuits arise in the context of negligence, although some may arise out of intentional misconduct. Circumstances that sometimes give rise to a personal injury lawsuit include car accidents, medical malpractice, and defective products. To prove negligence, you will need to show that the defendant owed you a duty, they failed to use the appropriate care in the situation, and you suffered damages as a result. If you can establish these elements, you may be able to recover compensation. In Tennessee, compensatory damages can include medical expenses (past and future), lost income, lost earning capacity, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. Car Accidents
- Auto Accidents
- Slip and Fall InjuryPremises liability cases involve injuries sustained while on someone else's property. In Tennessee, property owners and businesses have a duty to maintain their property in a safe manner or warn the public of the possible dangers. Premises liability cases involve slip and fall injuries caused by standing water, ice, snow or slippery floors or other foreign substances, trip and fall injuries caused by damaged walkways or stairs or poorly kept premises; construction site injuries particularly involving persons other than workers.