Tennessee Parking Lot Accidents
Believe it or not, negligent drivers in Tennessee parking lots can be held liable for the damage they cause. It is often stated, “If you’re hit in a parking lot, you’re out of luck.” This just simply isn’t true. If someone owes you a duty to exercise reasonable care and that person breaches that duty, they are liable to you in damages for any injuries resulting from the negligent conduct. The law, however, frowns on those who sleep on their rights. In Tennessee car wreck cases, for example, the statute of limitations is only one year! Thus, the correct statement is: “You’re out of luck if you don’t do anything about your wreck.”
What you should do if you’re involved in a Knoxville auto accident in a parking lot:
- If someone is injured, call 911.
- Call the police.
- Call your insurance company.
- If you have a camera (such as the one on your cell phone), take pictures of the accident.
- Exchange information with the other driver. Get his or her name, address, phone number and insurance information.
- Get the name, address and telephone number of anyone who may have witnessed the accident.
- Apprise yourself of the date, time and location of the accident. Make a note of the condition of the parking lot and lighting. Note also the weather conditions.
- Call a Tennessee motor vehicle accident attorney at Baker Associates if you or a loved one is injured or the automobile damage is extensive.
Why should you call a motor vehicle accident attorney? Full compensation for your injuries and property damage will likely rest on your ability to prove fault. Fault in a parking lot accident is attributable either to you, the other driver, or the owner or lessee of the parking lot. Without counsel or someone who will advocate for you, determining fault just might be an impossible task.
Knoxville's experienced personal injury lawyers at Baker Associates have the methods and means to assist you in your car accident case by proving fault and engaging the legal system to ensure that your rights are exercised. The consultation is free. Why wait? Call 866-853-2888 today.
