LAW BLOG

Motorcycles, Thrilling but Dangerous: How to Prevail Against the Insurance Companies

Riding a motorcycle can be a thrilling yet life altering experience. Motorcyclists have a much higher chance of sustaining serious and disabling injuries compared to automobile accidents because unlike with an automobile, motorcyclists have little protection from the elements

Motorcycle riders face unique challenges when pursuing an injury claim. They are likely to be more severely injured than a car accident victim and they are less likely to be treated fairly.

The insurance company, specifically the adjuster handling your claim, is going to do everything in his/her power to make sure you get the least amount of compensation if he/she offers anything at all.

Hiring an attorney can ensure you receive the full and fair compensation you deserve. At Cotter Law it is our priority to take on the fight with the insurance company while you focus on recovering from your motorcycle accident.

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Dryer on Fire? What You Need To Know About Product Liability

Imagine it is your day off and you plan to finally catch up on all of your dirty laundry. You hear an alert coming from the washing machine notifying you that it is now time to place the freshly washed clothes in the dryer - you proceed to do so. Moments later your dryer is engulfed in flames - sheer panic overcomes you. If you find yourself in this situation or a similar situation you may have a product liability case.

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Divorce: Who Gets The Dog?

In Tennessee, the law treats pets as personal property. Currently, there are not laws in Tennessee that permit custody fights over the household pet(s). In a divorce proceeding pets are essentially divided in the same manner as other personal property. When dividing personal property in a divorce proceeding, the courts will make an equitable distribution of marital property.

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Power of Attorney: Why it is Important to Have a Power of Attorney Especially During a Pandemic?

It is important to not only consider your wishes upon death, but also consider your wishes in the event that you become unable to make decision for yourself while living. For example: if you were in an automobile accident and you are now in a coma (therefore incapacitated) you will need to ensure you have someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf, whether that be financially or medically.

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