Sullivan County, TN Car Accident Lawyer

Sullivan County, TN Car Accident LawyerSullivan County, Tennessee Car Accident Lawyer

Car accidents are estimated to claim the lives of more than 34,000 people annually, which amounts to an average of around 100 fatalities every day.  While car accident deaths have declined significantly since the 1970’s (in which there were routinely more than 50,000 deaths per year), statistics are meaningless if you’re the one who has been injured or who has lost a family member in a car crash.

We understand.

As Sullivan County, Tennessee car accident lawyers, we demand justice and full compensation on behalf of injured clients and the families who have lost a loved one.  We learn and appreciate the individual circumstances of each of our clients and their families.

In some cases, injury or death is caused by an intoxicated driver.  In these circumstances we will not only seek to hold the other driver liable, but we will also conduct a thorough investigation and seek to hold bars and restaurants liable if they overserved an intoxicated patron.

Often, the person injured will be responsible for providing for a family.  We understand the difficult financial circumstances that can result when a person is suddenly not able to work for an extended period; meanwhile, mortgage and rent payments, utility expenses, and other household expenses continue to become due.  For those who may have disability insurance, as part of our representation we can assist in seeking such benefits.

In cases of death, we know that the person killed may have also been responsible for a family – as a provider, and for the emotional support for a spouse and children.  Tragically, this loss cannot be undone.  In the case of a car or vehicle crash death, our role is to seek full compensation for the lost compensation and for the loss of companionship that otherwise would have been provided to a spouse and family.

We take our representation seriously in both injury and wrongful death cases, as we understand exactly what is at stake.

What You Should Know About Our Representation

If you have been injured in a car crash in Sullivan County, or if your family has had the misfortune to have lost a loved one due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another person or entity, please note the following about Mark T. Hurt representation:

  • We offer a free, no-obligation consultation. We believe that it is critical for injury victims and families to be able to meet with a potential lawyer about their case before making a decision to retain the lawyer.  The choice of a lawyer is highly personal.  Every client will want to have a lawyer whom they can trust completely to handle their case; the only way to gain such confidence (we believe) is to meet the attorney and learn about their experience and the representation they will provide.
  • We work on a contingency fee basis in injury and wrongful death cases. A contingency fee means that we are only entitled to a fee if a settlement or trial award is achieved.  You will have nothing to risk with respect to our fee.  If compensation is not achieved, you owe us nothing for our time and efforts.
  • We advance all expenses of litigation. Litigation can sometimes be costly, especially in cases of severe injury or death.  If you retain us, you will not need to be concerned about paying these expenses (such as expert fees, deposition costs, or court fees) while your case is ongoing – we will pay these expenses on your behalf.  Normally, these expenses are then paid back to our firm out of a settlement or award.
  • We have obtained favorable results for clients at numerous state court and federal court levels, including before the United States Supreme Court. Firm founding attorney Mark Hurt is one of less than one-tenth of 1% of lawyers who have ever argued a case before the U.S. Supreme Court.  Additionally, Mark has tried numerous cases through state and federal trial courts, and has recovered tens of millions of dollars for clients in settlements and at trial.
  • Your case is our most important case. We do not rest on our past victories and achievements.  Instead our focus is always on the case we are currently working on, and we are tenacious in seeking to win.
  • We are driven in seeking every penny that our clients deserve. We operate with a simple principal – our clients have been wronged, and they deserve full and fair compensation.  We do not accept cases with the intent of achieving “nuisance value” settlements, whereby an attorney does little work and clients receive a settlement significantly below what they should receive based upon the facts and circumstances of a case.  

Why It’s Critical to Contact a Lawyer As Soon As Possible

In Tennessee, accident victims and the families who have lost a loved one normally will have one year from the date of the crash to initiate litigation under what is known as the “statute of limitations.”  While a person could theoretically hire a lawyer to file a lawsuit the day before the statute of limitations expires, this is usually not the best course of conduct.  Instead, it is often critical to seek representation as soon as possible after a crash in order to:

  • Preserve crashed vehicles and event recorders. Today, most vehicles are equipped with what are known as “black boxes” (which are called “event recorders”).  Event recorders continuously record information about vehicle driving, such as the speed at which a vehicle was being driven immediately prior to a crash, and whether the brakes were applied.  

When a crash occurs and vehicles are totaled, insurance companies (especially those for the driver causing the crash), will want to get the vehicles demolished at a scrap yard.  This demolition will destroy all potential event recorder evidence.  It will also destroy other important evidence, such as information about the positions of the vehicles at the point of impact, and how each vehicle was damaged as a result.

When severe injury or death occurs, we will want to get a court order to have the vehicles preserved so that we can conduct a thorough investigation concerning the cause of a crash.  If we are not contacted until much later after an accident, it may be too late, as the vehicles may have already been scrapped.

  • Crash Scene Investigation. It will also be helpful to conduct a thorough investigation of a crash scene as soon as possible after a crash.  Often, skid marks are quickly washed away by rain, and other repairs are made to traffic light poles, fences, and other roadway items.  Conducting an investigation before such changes occur can be helpful in determining how a crash occurred.
  • Witness Statements. It’s important that witnesses are interviewed as soon as possible after a crash, as memories can also quickly fade.
  • Protecting client rights against harmful statements. After a crash, insurance companies for the driver believed to be at fault will typically contact the driver who was hit in order to obtain a “recorded statement.”  The purpose of the recorded statement is not to develop information so that a payout can quickly be made, but rather to see if a driver can be enticed to make a statement against their interests.

As an example, the insurance company may see if the driver will say that they may have been at fault, or that they were not all that seriously injured.  Often these calls will be made within hours after a crash, where a victim may be somewhat in shock from adrenaline from an accident, and not realize how badly they are actually injured.  When we represent clients, they can instruct insurance companies not to contact them, and to call our office instead.

We Invite You to Call Us to Learn How We Can Help

During our free consultation, we can explain how we can help and the options that you may have for obtaining a financial recovery.  Please call us today to get started.

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
1680754180
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
1680618228
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
1677981214
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
1677680471
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
1677613932
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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