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Many of Nashville's traffic accidents occur around the city's downtown and Midtown areas. These traffic accidents are often the result of speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, and failure to yield. Pedestrians and bicyclists are particularly at risk in Nashville's Midtown. Unlike vehicle drivers, they don't have the protection of airbags, seatbelts, and vehicle frames. This...

According to Metro Police data, traffic stops in Nashville decreased by a staggering 91% from 2015 to 2023. This sharp decline raises questions about the city's approach to traffic enforcement and its potential impact on road safety. Despite small improvements in recent years, traffic deaths from car accidents increased by 15% from 2019 to 2022....

Traffic fatalities across the U.S. have increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. While preliminary data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows a slight decrease in 2023, the problem remains high, especially in some states. Contact Us Δ A new study by The Zebra shows that Tennessee roads are among the deadliest in the...

As the summer season kicks off, Tennessee enters a critical period known as the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer." This term, used by traffic safety experts and law enforcement, refers to the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day when roadway accidents and driver fatalities surge, particularly among teenage drivers. Contact Us Δ What factors...

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a nationwide initiative that sheds light on the importance of motorcycle safety and the need for motorists to share the road with motorcyclists responsibly. Why is this important? Because motorcyclist safety is often disregarded on Tennessee's roads. Contact Us Δ Bikers are at risk of severe injury in a...

Distracted driving is a significant threat to road users The rise of smartphones and other portable electronic devices has had an unfortunate unintended consequence: a significant uptick in car accidents caused by distracted driving. When motorists don’t give their full attention to the road, the consequences can be deadly. Distracted drivers can rear-end other vehicles,...

A car accident can happen in just seconds but can leave the people involved with physical, emotional, and financial challenges that last a long time. The consequences for crash victims can be devastating, leaving them with injuries that have a significant impact on their lives. Contact Us Δ March is Brain Injury Awareness Month In...

Crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists often result in severe and fatal injuries. In 2023, Nashville's streets saw 40 cyclist and pedestrian fatalities. Despite a brief decline in pedestrian fatalities in 2021, the numbers alarmingly rose again in 2022, with 47 deaths. City officials are committed to reversing this trend, improving infrastructure and education, and combating...

Nashville car accident lawyer offers safe driving tips from AAA With the start of the new year, people often make resolutions to make certain changes in their lives. According to AAA, one of the changes people should make in 2024 is to drive safer in an effort to prevent car accidents. “Bad driving habits may...

Connect Downtown, a new initiative in Nashville, will likely transform the city's downtown core into a safer, more efficient, and more accessible area. This project aims to tackle the challenges of traffic congestion and car accidents. Contact Us Δ Car accidents in downtown Nashville An interactive map of Nashville shows that downtown has the highest...