Tennessee Attorney Practice Areas

Serving Knoxville, Memphis, Nashville and surrounding areas

The Gilreath & Associates personal injury law firm specializes in the following practice areas:

• Personal Injury

  In a fast paced world, it is assumed that accidents and injuries are inevitable occurrences in our everyday lives. Even if these occurrences are fairly commonplace, the suffering and misunderstanding that can result when an accident or injury happens to you or a loved one needs to be taken seriously. These matters become even more crucial if the specific harm could have been avoided if others had not acted negligently. When dealing with a legal case involving a serious injury or death, you need to be assured that you are receiving the compassion and compensation you deserve.

• Trucking Accidents

Trucking accidents in Tennessee can be very serious. Injuries can be severe due to the size and weight of the average commercial truck. Controlling a large truck is much different than operating a car. Poor visibility, brake problems and other issues can be a factor.  

• Auto Accidents

Thousands of auto accidents happen every day in the U.S. Whether caused by negligence, mechanical failures or design flaws, you have rights. Our lawyers have the knowledge and experience to determine if you have a car accident case and if so, will aggressively represent you. 

• Motorcycle Accidents

Most people realize that motorcycles are inherently dangerous. Because the rider is more exposed, they provide limited protection and are less visible to other vehicles. With over 80% of motorcycle accidents leading to serious injury or death, the risk is real. Whether you were the rider or involved with a motorcycle in an accident, we can help.  

• Aviation Accidents

Traveling by air can be a nerve-wracking experience for many. An airplane crash can be catastrophic. The NTSB recently reported over 1,800 accidents and nearly 600 deaths in the United States in just one year. Whether caused by pilot error, mechanical failure, defective design or bad weather, airplanes sometimes have accidents. We can provide representation for your aviation accident case.

• Boating/Personal Watercraft Accidents

Boating operators have a responsibility to operate their watercraft safely on the water. Whether caused by high speed, the influence of drugs or alcohol, poor maintenance or poor design, you have legal rights. Find out more about boating accidents in Tennessee.

• Medical Malpractice

Unfortunately, medical malpractice in Tennessee happens all to often. Doctors are not immune to legal issues. Whether caused by a poor diagnosis, failure to provide proper treatment, issues in surgery, including the administration of anesthesia, you need a legal team on your side that has experience in this area.  Learn more on Tennessee medical malpractice and how we can help you.

• Defective Products

Consumers have rights. No matter what product it is, manufacturers are responsible for their actions. With hundreds of potentially defective products in the marketplace, you may have been injured in an accident. If you have had an experience with a defective product in Tennessee find out how we can help you.

• Premises Liability/Slip and Fall

Businesses are required to be aware of dangerous conditions in their facility. If they don’t fix them, and someone gets hurt, they could be liable. In fact, premises liability or slip and fall accidents are the biggest cause for emergency room visits.  

• Workers Compensation

Accidents can happen in any workplace situation, no matter what industry you work in. Its not limited to factory or construction accidents. They can also occur in parking lots or from lifting office supplies and from general negligence. If you were hurt at your workplace, you may have a case. 

• Railroad Injuries/FELA

Many people don’t realize it, but railroad accidents still cause thousands of injuries and deaths each year. In fact, trains kill an average of ten people a day in the United States. Many more are hurt and sustain life-threatening injuries. 

• Insurance Bad Faith

Many people are intimidated by the thought of dealing with legal issues with their insurance company. It’s not surprising. They can unreasonably withhold the benefits of your policy or wrongfully reject your claim. When they do this, they are acting in bad faith under the contract.  

• Consumer Fraud/Anti-Trust Law

Despite many tough laws, consumer fraud still happens. Whether its deceptive marketing, unfair sales tactics, telemarketing schemes or other scams, there are companies out there that regularly take advantage of consumers. We can protect you from these unscrupulous individuals. 

• Pollution & Toxic Injuries

With so much attention on global warming and climate change, we are starting to understand how pollution and toxic issues have affected us. If you have been injured due to the improper handling of toxic chemicals or waste, the perpetrators need to be held accountable.  

Are you seeking legal representation? Contact the experienced legal team at the offices of Sid Gilreath for a knowledgeable evaluation of your case. We are respected Knoxville medical malpractice and auto accident attorneys.