No-Fault Accident State? Understanding Tennessee’s Status

Rather than requiring drivers to cover these expenses out of pocket, the state mandates a minimum amount of coverage. As a driver in Tennessee, you must carry $25,000 per person per accident with a $50,000 limit per accident and $25,000 in coverage for property damages. Under the state’s comparative fault rule, you can file a claim with the insurance company of the driver who caused the accident as long as your own share…

Nashville, Tennessee Car Accident Immediate Safety Measures

Safety should always come first. It’s your responsibility to check yourself and others for injuries and contact 911 if someone needs medical assistance. If someone is injured, don’t attempt to move them. Follow all of the instructions the 911 dispatcher gives you. You should never leave the scene of an accident until you have contacted the necessary authorities and reported the accident. Leaving the scene of an accident can result in jail…