Posts by Thomas Greer

Justin Click had been drinking at Club 152 into the earlier morning hours of June 17, 2013.  He crashed into a vehicle being driven by Rosetta McGhee on Elvis Presley Boulevard around 3:30 a.m.  Angela McGhee, the daughter of Rosetta McGhee, was in the back sit assisting with the delivery of newspapers for the Commercial…

The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a unanimous decision today to reverse the trial court's decision which dismissed a civil rights police misconduct and sexual assault case.  The decision of Jane Doe v. City of Marianna Arkansas finds that there is sufficient evidence in the record for a jury to decide whether the…

Any type of surgery is a traumatizing experience.  As Memphis medical malpractice attorneys, we understand this.  Surgery is stressful, emotional, and can also cause a great deal of pressure on the family until the patient is healed.  Even simple surgeries are still anxiety-provoking events.  We do not like the idea of being unconscious and opened…

In short, the answer is yes—of course!  But there is more to the answer than that.  The attorney-client relationship is one that has been fostered since the dawn of modern times and has many considerations.  Recently, these considerations—of trust, respect, and diligence—have been codified, or written down, in many state’s laws, rules, and regulations.  Tennessee…

Earlier this week, a video went viral depicting an ignored alleged sexual assault claim and potentially illegal arrest within the presence of a family court judge in Nevada.  The woman in the video claimed a court marshal sexually assaulted her during a supposed search for contraband.  The alleged victim alerted the judge of the sexual…

Surgery itself is daunting. It is nerve-racking and downright stressful.  Particularly when the surgery is a significant one which will require you to undergo anesthesia and it will take health care providers a considerable amount of time to perform.  We trust our health care providers to competently perform the procedure to heal us or, if…

As motorists, we share the road with many different types of cars, trucks, bikes, pedestrians, SUVs, buses, vans, and sometimes—usually not for the better—animals.  Of these vehicles, trucks—particularly commercial tractor trailers—have the greatest weight and, therefore, the greatest momentum.  These eighteen wheelers can carry a payload bringing the total weight of the truck approximately 80,000…

All medical malpractice cases are complicated.  A birth injury case, particularly a cerebral palsy injury, is also extremely complicated and requires an experienced Memphis birth injury attorney to parse through the law and medicine to protect your child’s rights. Birth injury cases are also emotional ones as well.  There is no greater joy for a…

In the movies, we see stories of doctors operating on the wrong leg, taking out the wrong organ, or doing a completely different operation.  With over 51 million surgical procedures performed in the United States each year, we like to think that wrong site surgeries are just a mythical beast created by Hollywood. But that…

Like any other drivers on Tennessee roadways, the drivers of emergency vehicles such as police cars, ambulances, and fire trucks must exercise a duty of care in the operation of their vehicle.  Similarly to other motor vehicles, Memphis car accidents involving emergency vehicles can happen because of speeding, reckless driving, distracted driving, poor weather conditions,…

A Shelby County, Tennessee jury returned a $3.7 million verdict against Celadon Trucking Services on May 30, 2013.  The lawsuit arose from a rear-end collision that occurred on I-55 in Memphis, TN involving two tractor trailers.  Greer Injury Lawyers represented Donriel Borne, the driver who was rear-ended in the crash.  After a contentious two week…

Undoubtedly, any parent will tell you that his or her child is the greatest joy in their life.  Parents want the best for their children even before the child is born during prenatal care.  It is obvious that the entire process of pregnancy is incredibly difficult for all involved; it is stressful and trying. It…

Any time there is an injury caused by the negligence of another which results in a personal injury, it is frustrating and downright physically and emotionally draining for the victim and his or her family.  When an individual dies as a result of a personal injury sustained due to the negligence of another, the initial…

While shopping can be an enjoyable activity with friends and families, a negligently maintained store can be an accident waiting to happen. The good news is that most store owners are conscientious about keeping their property safe for us to visit.  However, too many owners fail to adequately maintain their properties or cut-corners to turn…

One of your worst fears comes true: You’re in a car accident.  This unfortunate truth happens approximately 5.25 million times a year in the United States.  The first and most important thing you need to always remember is to stay calm.  Be polite and courteous to the other driver no matter how upset you may…

A MATA bus driver died in a crash on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.  The wreck occurred on I-240 when a concrete truck merged into the bus.  Reportedly the concrete truck struck the side of the MATA bus, causing the bus to lose control and crash into a concrete embankment.  The unidentified truck driver of the…

For thousands of years dogs have been revered as man’s best friends.  Generally, dogs are very loyal, affectionate, and playful companions that provide us not only with enjoyment, but frequently important services and assistance.  Yet, there are exceptions to the good-mannered and intentioned canines we all know and love. Nationally, there are an estimated 4.7…

A former Memphis police officer was was indicted on two counts of vehicular homicide and three counts of aggravated assault.  The indictment stems from a deadly crash that occurred in August 2012.  The indictment was handed down by the grand jury on  May 10, 2013.  Accident reports and eye witnesses indicate that Beard was traveling…

When we seek medical treatment from a qualified health care provider, we expect him or her to act in accordance with the acceptable professional practice of medicine to heal us.  In fact, physicians are one of the most trusted professions and revered by many individuals.  Moreover, most interactions with health care providers are positive and…

Suppose you hire an attorney to prosecute your claim, and your case is dismissed or an adverse ruling is rendered.  Maybe the judge stated something negative regarding your attorney.  Maybe your attorney told you to do something or he did something that turned out to be a mistake or just did not seem right.  Maybe…

A fifty-four year old wife and mother of two goes in for a routine hip replacement and dies on the operating table.  Her doctor carelessly cut an artery and refused to call for assistance to repair it until it was too late to save her.  These are the disturbing facts of a case we recently…

A bill recently introduced in the Tennessee Legislature could drastically change Tennessee’s current motorcycle helmet law.  The current law, T.C.A. section 55-9-302, requires all drivers or riders of a motorcycle to wear a helmet that meets federal safety standards.  The proposed bill, SB0548/HB0044, would give the driver of a motorcycle the option of not wearing a…

Hyundai and Kia are recalling almost 1.9 million vehicles to repair faulty brake light switches that can cause a host of electrical systems to fail and for side air bags that can cause injuries. The brake light switch can turn on and off due to defective electrical contacts, which can then cause the failure of…

No one wants to hire an attorney who will not adequately and competently represent them.  However, despite good intentions, clients sometimes hire attorneys who are either incompetent, unprofessional, or inexperienced.  Mistakes and errors can happen by even the best of attorneys, but there are some things you can do to help minimize your risk of…

American Honda announced that it will recall more than 182,000 Hondas and Acuras for possible brake malfunctions caused by problems in the vehicles’ electronic stability control systems. The recall applies to 101,000 Honda Pilots, 60,000 Acura MDX SUVs and 21,000 Acura RL sedans from the 2005 model year and approximately 800 Acura MDX SUVs from…