Kingsport, Tennessee Car Accident Lawyer for Crashes

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Every year, dozens of Kingsport residents are involved in car crashes, often along Stone Drive, as well as the intersections along Fort Henry Drive, Wilcox Drive, and East Center Street.[1]  Many of these accidents are caused by negligent drivers who were speeding, driving drunk, or distracted by their cell phone.  Pain, stress, property damage, and financial devastation are just a few consequences that victims may experience when they are involved in serious accidents caused by careless drivers.

If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a car accident because of someone else’s negligent decisions, you deserve to be compensated for the costs, damages, and pain and suffering you may be facing.  As an experienced car accident lawyer serving Kingsport and the surrounding area, attorney Mark Hurt can help hold careless drivers and their insurance companies accountable and fight to get you the money you deserve.

About Our Firm

At the Law Firm of Mark T. Hurt, we recognize the devastating effects that a serious automobile accident can have on you and your family.  Mark Hurt has over 30 years of experience successfully representing car accident victims, and has recovered millions of dollars to help clients move forward from these types of accidents.  He has represented clients in state courts in a number of counties, in the United States federal district court, and before the United States Supreme Court.

When you choose the Law Office of Mark T. Hurt, you will not be passed off to junior associates; you will be working  directly with Mark   If you have been injured, or if a family member has been killed, Mark can explain the types of damages that can be recovered, and how he will work tenaciously on your behalf.

No Fees Unless Compensation is  Recovered

We represent clients on a contingency fee basis, meaning we will only be entitled to a fee if we are successful in recovering compensation.

We believe that you shouldn’t have to worry about court costs while your case is ongoing.  That is why we also advance all litigation costs, which are usually subtracted from a settlement or jury award (if a case is successful).

Timing is Important – Do Not Hesitate in Seeking Help

After a car accident, many people are so fixated on their injuries and mounting bills that they neglect to timely contact an attorney.  Time is off the essence when it comes to car accidents and not reaching out to an attorney can be costly.

Statute of Limitations 

Under Tennessee law, you have only one year from the date of an accident to file a personal injury claim.[2]  If you fail to meet this deadline, in most cases, you will be barred from being able to file a claim seeking compensation.  As a result, we urge you to contact our firm at your earliest convenience so that we can timely file a claim on your behalf and protect your rights.

Under very limited circumstances, Tennessee makes exceptions to the one-year statute of limitations (i.e., the time that you have to file a claim).  

Discovery Rule

At times, accident injuries will not be readily apparent, leaving victims unaware of their injuries until a later date.  Under an exception called the “discovery rule”, the statute of limitations may be delayed until the date at which a victim first becomes aware of being injured (or should have reasonably known of injury).  With nearly all car accidents and crashes, this date will be the date of the accident.

Competence and Age

If someone is mentally incompetent or underage and unable to legally or competently represent himself or herself, Tennessee will “toll” the one-year statute of limitations until a later date.

In the case of a victim who is under the age of 18, the statute of limitations will be delayed until their 18th birthday.  At that time, they will have one year to bring a claim against the other party.

For individuals who are unable to make competent decisions due to an injury or disability, Tennessee courts will toll the statute of limitations until the court determines the person has sufficiently recovered to make sound legal decisions.  Then, the victim will have one year from that date to bring a claim.

We Can Help You File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

If you have lost a loved one in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, we offer our sincerest condolences.  When accidents turn fatal, we understand how difficult and overwhelming it can be for the victim’s family, both emotionally and financially.  At the Law Firm of Mark T. Hurt, we want to help shoulder this burden and hold those who are at-fault accountable.

When a family member is killed in a car crash due to the negligence of another driver, not only will the family be forever be deprived of their loved one, they may also be deprived of the financial contributions made by the loved in supporting the family.  In a wrongful death case, in addition to recovering for damages and the emotional loss, it is critical to seek full compensation for the present value of all future income that would have been earned by the decedent.  As there will be only one opportunity to seek full compensation, it is often important to retain wage or other experts to fully prove the amount of lost wages.

A wrongful death claim can be filed after an accident victim dies from their injuries, but only if the decedent would have been able to file a personal injury claim based upon the circumstances of the accident, had they survived.  In most cases, only a representative of the deceased’s estate or the deceased’s next of kin can bring a lawsuit.

To prove a wrongful death case, Tennessee requires that you show:

  • A human being has been killed prematurely;
  • There was negligence or intent to cause harm; and
  • The negligence or wrongful act was the cause of the person’s death.

If you can successfully prove your case, you may be awarded damages for the following:

  • Lost wages (including future earnings)
  • Medical costs
  • Lost benefits
  • Pain and suffering
  • Mental anguish
  • Lost companionship or support
  • Funeral expenses
  • General damages
  • Punitive damages (in some cases)

Wrongful death cases can be very complicated; but, as an experienced Kingsport car accident wrongful death attorney, Mark Hurt can help navigate through the complex legal process and fight for every dollar that your family deserves.

We Can Help You in Seeking Full Compensation 

At the Law Offices of Mark T. Hurt, we have successfully recovered millions of dollars for clients, both through settlement and at trial.  We will put our over 30 years of experience to work in seeking to and to learn how we can help.


[1] What are the worst intersections in town?, Times News (Jul. 28, 2019), https://www.timesnews.net/Local/2019/07/28/Where-are-the-worst-intersections-in-town.

[2] Tenn. Code Ann. § 28-3-104

 

What Our Clients Say

Mary, Bart, and Mark helped me tremendously with my workers compensation case. We navigated a long (over a year) road together and they helped me to not only win my case, but obtain a settlement of over $125k. I would recommend the Offices of Mark Hurt to anyone needing someone to stand with them in their corner! Thanks again Mary and Bart!! :-)
Charles Dutcher
Charles Dutcher
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Extremely pleased with the prompt support and guidance from Michael. He and the office staff were great to work with. They walked us through the process and were able to have my daughter's traffic violation dismissed with 0 points.
ga thomson
ga thomson
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Bart and Mary were very professional and helpful with my claim. I appreciate all that you did for me. You were great.Thanks forall that you've done.Clifford E Boyer
Clifford Boyer
Clifford Boyer
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I started receiving services through this law firm in 2017 for my workers compensation case. Over the years, this firm has been attentive, kind, patient and understanding to my needs. My calls were returned promptly, if the associate was unavailable at that time and I have had ample opportunity to speak with Mr Hurt directly concerning my case. With Mary Wilson, Bart Conway, Mr Hurt and others behind the scene, my case has progressed smoothly. I am very pleased with the services and attention I received at this firm and would recommend Mr Hurt, Mary and Bart for your needs.
Teresa Harris
Teresa Harris
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We hired Mr. Hurt to help settle a worker’s comp injury case for my husband. Mark, Bart, and Mary worked tirelessly to resolve his case and reach a settlement we were pleased with. They were always available to answer questions and returned calls in a timely manner.
K F
K F
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We were fortunate to find the Law Offices of Mark T. Hunt to help us set up our estate. Melanie was a joy to work with. She did a wonderful job putting together all of the documents needed to complete our estate planning.
Roxanne Mcfall
Roxanne Mcfall
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The office got right back to me and were compassionate about my sensitive situation
polly deal
polly deal
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Jessica was helpful in assisting me with my disability claim!
Amber Snapp
Amber Snapp
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Jessica was super helpful when I had questions about submitting my claim for disability. She also got me a case manager quickly!
Amber Petrovich
Amber Petrovich
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I have only praise for the Mark T Hurt firm and especially Michael Miles. Michael was very helpful in guiding me through the court process ans assuring a good outcome. I would recommend this firm and Michael in particular if you need representation in Virginia!
Dave Dalpiaz
Dave Dalpiaz
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I called and spoke with Jessica in the Disability Dept. after my Denial and she was right on top of getting me the paperwork to Hire them as my Representatives to Handle my claim from here on out
Allen Smith
Allen Smith
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Jessica was extremely helpful at assisting me with getting me in the process to file my disability case.
Jason Harris
Jason Harris
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Thank youJessica from the Social security DeptU were very Helpful
Christal Postema
Christal Postema
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Jessica in theSoccial Secuity Dept was great
Bryon Nimmo
Bryon Nimmo
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I spoke with Jessica and she was fantastic! She helped me get my social security disability application started and set up with a case manager.
Rebecca Hunt Ford
Rebecca Hunt Ford
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Jessica @ Social Security Department was very helpful and friendly with us today.
Winonia Blankenship
Winonia Blankenship
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I had a ticket and was upset. I did not want points on my license. Frankie was amazing and made sure all my bases were covered. The Law Office of Mark Hurt did a wonderful job and got my ticket completely dismissed!!!! I am so glad they helped me. They were so nice and answered all my questions. I never had to worry after I talked with them. I would highly recommend that anyone who needs help with a ticket to talk with this firm!! Thank you so much for everything!!!
Nichloas Wyatt
Nichloas Wyatt
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Jessica in Disability is awesome!! She replies quickly and gets things done. I’m very satisfied with my choice and feel great that it is in their hands!
laura dykes
laura dykes
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The individuals I spoke with were courteous, helpful, and thorough. Thank you Jessica.
RoseMarie Whisnant
RoseMarie Whisnant
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Jessica and the disability dept are very helpful and give excellent assistance with filling a claim very glad I contacted them
Jessie Hawks
Jessie Hawks
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Was very easy process. Jessica was very friendly and helpful while applying for Social Security Disability.
Darlene Robinson
Darlene Robinson
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Thank you so much Jessica for helping me with my social security disability case! You were kind, helpful, and understanding. I greatly appreciate you!
Kelly Bragg
Kelly Bragg
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Jessica and the group started helping me with my disability case the same day I called. 10/10 recommend
Brittany Poole
Brittany Poole
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