Cars are a part of culture in the United States in a way they really aren't in most other countries. If you think that means Americans are good drivers, think again. They're actually terrible drivers, with far worse track records than those in other developed countries.
Tennessee has more than the average number of uninsured drivers
The number of uninsured drivers in Tennessee isn't the highest in the country, but it's in the top five states and certainly above the national average.
Why do more car accidents happen in winter?
Tennessee can become excessively cold during the winter. In January, it is not unheard of for temperatures to get as low as 28 degrees Fahrenheit. With wind chill, it can feel even colder.
Why would your disability claim be denied?
You apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, knowing you can't work and feeling like you should definitely get approved. Instead, your application is rejected.
Dog owners may deny that a dangerous dog has ever bitten anyone
When you spot a dog that makes you feel uneasy, do you ask the owners if it's safe? If so, odds are that they'll tell you not to worry, that the dog hasn't bitten anyone before.
Applications for Disability Benefits Continue to Decline - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Contrary to one of the popular myths that everyone is trying to get disability (another is that everyone with nothing wrong with them gets disability) are the recent statistics from the Social Security Administration (SSA) indicating that applications for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) have decreased every year since peaking in 2010. In 2017, there were 2.17 million initial applications for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), which represents a 6.4 percent decrease from 2016. Additionally, 2017 saw a decrease in the number of requests for hearings down to 620,977 from 698,579 in 2016. That difference represents an eleven percent (11%) decrease in the number of requests for hearings filed.
Distracted driving, drunk driving and the role of gender
You have likely heard distracted driving compared to drunk driving. Both slow driver reaction times and cause accidents. Both can be incredibly dangerous, leading to numerous injuries and fatalities.
