Glaspie and RickmanGlaspie and Rickman2026-10-19T18:32:49Zhttps://www.gandrlawfirm.com/feed/atom/WordPress/wp-content/uploads/sites/1104563/2025/09/cropped-fav-32x32.pngOn Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[When a prescribing error causes serious medical issues]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=477382026-10-19T18:32:49Z2026-10-19T18:32:49ZPrescribing errors are relatively common, and they can have devastating medical consequences for patients. In some cases, prescribing errors are serious enough to warrant a medical malpractice lawsuit.
The consequences of prescribing errors
There are many ways for a seemingly small oversight or mistake during this prescribing process to endanger a patient. If a doctor prescribes the medication despite a patient having a known allergy to a similar substance or other contraindications for that drug, the likelihood of a negative reaction is much higher.
Patients generally need to be aware of side effects, especially those that might indicate very serious reactions in the body. Otherwise, they may overlook warning signs of an adverse reaction and fail to seek medical care.
Finally, doctors need to ensure that medication has the desired effect for the patient and that they complete the treatment regimen as prescribed. Mistakes when writing a prescription and oversights when monitoring medication-based treatments can lead to patients having lasting medical issues related to a doctor's prescribing error.
Filing a medical malpractice lawsuit can potentially compensate people for increased medical costs, lost income and other consequences they experience because a doctor made mistakes when recommending a drug. An attorney can help people assess their records and determine if malpractice occurred, which can help them pursue justice after a serious medical oversight accordingly.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[When can the driver in front be at fault for a rear-end crash?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=477362026-10-03T19:48:53Z2026-10-03T19:48:53ZMaintenance issues
The failure to properly maintain a vehicle can lead to a rear-end crash. When drivers do not replace burned-out brake lights and turn signals, especially on older vehicles where the light relies on a single bulb, others in traffic may not understand their intended maneuvers and could strike them as a result. Faulty turn signals or the failure to use a turn signal properly can also make a front vehicle driver the party at fault for a crash.
Aggressive driving
Some rear-end collisions occur because the driver in the front vehicle turns or merges into another lane of traffic without giving adequate warning to others in traffic or leaving enough space. A failure to adequately accelerate after the maneuver could also be to blame. When drivers fail to communicate with others in traffic or move through traffic aggressively, they may ultimately be liable for any collisions they cause.
Reporting key details about collision circumstances to police officers and consulting with an attorney after a car crash can help people determine who is at fault. Rear-end crashes can potentially be the fault of either driver involved in the collision.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[What happens when a nursing home doesn’t follow a resident’s care plan? ]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=477232026-09-21T02:28:45Z2026-09-21T02:28:45ZMoving into a nursing home often means relying on staff for help with daily needs and medical care. Residents and their loved ones expect that the care provided will reflect the resident’s individual needs.
Every resident is different, and their care should be tailored accordingly. When the staff chooses not to follow the established care plan, the consequences can be serious.
When a care plan is not respected
A nursing home care plan outlines the services and support a resident needs based on their health, abilities and individual circumstances. It may address important concerns such as:
Medications
Nutrition
Mobility
Bathing
Personal care
Fall prevention
Staff members are generally expected to understand the resident's plan and provide care consistent with those instructions.When staff fail to follow a care plan, a resident may not receive the care they need. For example, a resident who requires assistance transferring from a bed to a wheelchair could be at greater risk of falling if staff leave them to move without help. Similarly, failing to provide medications as prescribed, follow dietary restrictions or provide necessary repositioning could contribute to serious and ongoing health problems.The consequences can range from discomfort and a decline in the resident's mental and physical condition to more serious injuries or complications. In some cases, inadequate care may cause existing health conditions to worsen or make it more difficult for a resident to recover from an illness or injury. When inadequate care causes a resident to suffer harm, it’s important for families to ask questions, document their concerns and pay attention to any changes in the resident’s condition. Keeping records of injuries, symptoms and conversations with staff can help families better understand what happened and determine what steps may be appropriate.If a loved one has been harmed because a nursing home failed to provide the care outlined in their care plan, speaking with a legal professional can help a family understand their options and determine what steps may be appropriate.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[Are bedsores serious medical issues or just painful?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=477012026-09-06T13:58:47Z2026-09-06T13:58:47ZBedsores can lead to medical complications
There are four stages of bedsore development. The first stage is when the wound is just a painful annoyance. It has only caused inflamed, tender tissue and it has not yet broken the skin. After the first stage of development, bedsores can cause some substantial tissue damage and may expose people to infection risk when the wound damages the skin.
Bedsores on their own can be painful and can impact a person's quality of life. When a nursing home resident develops complications, their life could be at risk. Approximately 60,000 people every year die due to complications associated with bedsores. Countless others require medical interventions for tissue damage, infections and other consequences of bedsores that progress into the later stages.
Identifying widespread, severe or infected bedsores as a sign of negligence can help families take action. A successful nursing home negligence lawsuit can compensate those affected by poor care standards and help cover the costs of additional medical support.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[The risk of an ‘invisible’ slip-and-fall injury]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=476992026-08-22T21:43:34Z2026-08-22T21:43:34ZHead injuries are typically invisible
Unless the force of impact breaks the skin, a head injury, such as a traumatic brain injury (TBI), may not be visibly apparent. Head injuries do tend to bleed more than similar wounds elsewhere on the body.
Without visible blood loss, people may not realize that they have sustained serious traumatic injuries if they hit their heads when they fall. It can take several days for the inflammation or pressure developing inside the skull to produce concerning symptoms.
Those who hit their heads or lose consciousness during a slip-and-fall are among those most in need of medical evaluation afterward. A delay in diagnosis can raise questions about whether the slip-and-fall actually caused a TBI. The injured person is also at risk of their symptoms progressing.
Taking action
Seeing a doctor can help those injured in slip-and-fall incidents diagnose brain injuries and prevent their conditions from worsening due to delayed treatment. People who fall in public locations typically benefit from reporting the incident before leaving and seeking medical care if there are any warning signs that they sustained a brain injury. They may also need legal guidance if they wish to file premises liability claims to recover their losses, and that’s okay.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[Do you really need medical care after every wreck?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=476972026-08-13T02:51:05Z2026-08-13T02:51:05ZIt could save your lifeNot all injuries are obvious, including some of the most life-threatening ones. For example, you cannot see a traumatic brain injury and you cannot see internal injuries. There can sometimes be external signs, but these can often be slow to develop or hidden by clothing. If you go to an emergency room, you will be examined by doctors who are trained to look for such signs and have likely seen them hundreds of times. That visit might just save your life.
It can boost your future claim for compensation
A medical report that is written soon after an accident can act as the pillar of a compensation claim. It reduces the chance that an insurer can argue the injuries were sustained elsewhere.If the doctors notice something, they may well inform you to go for further checks, perhaps at a later date, which may result in you requiring more compensation than you initially thought you’d need. You might, for example, have assumed the soreness you felt in your back would just disappear with time, when it may require treatment or at least therapy.It can be hard to decide when you have adequate information to file your claim. That’s just one of the reasons it is wise to seek legal guidance soon after a crash.]]>by Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[When does an early hospital discharge become medical negligence?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=476802026-07-17T19:58:02Z2026-07-17T19:58:02ZCommon hospital discharge errors that can put patients at risk
A safe discharge is more than just leaving the hospital. Patients need to be stable, informed and prepared for recovery. Common discharge mistakes include:
Sending patients home too soon: Leaving the hospital before their condition is stable can lead to serious health problems.
Missing care instructions: Without clear directions for medicines, wound care or warning signs, recovery may become more difficult.
Ignoring test results: Releasing a patient before reviewing important test results may leave a serious condition untreated.
Overlooking warning signs: Sending a patient home despite ongoing pain, infection or other symptoms can make the condition worse.
When a discharge mistake causes additional harm, an experienced medical malpractice attorney can review whether the hospital met Tennessee's required standard of care.
The legal elements of a discharge-related claim
In Tennessee, a claim must show that the hospital had a duty to provide proper care, failed to meet the applicable standard of care and that this failure caused a new injury, a worse medical condition, or other measurable harm. All of these legal requirements must be met before a medical malpractice claim can move forward. Since these cases often depend on a careful review of medical records and the events leading to the discharge, an experienced medical malpractice attorney can help determine whether the hospital may be legally responsible.
Rules that can affect a medical malpractice claim after a premature discharge
Tennessee law sets clear rules for medical malpractice claims. If the patient misses a deadline or loses important records, the case may be harder to prove. Key rules to follow include:
File on time: Tennessee law generally requires medical malpractice claims to be filed within one year, but no claim can generally be filed more than three years after the malpractice occurred, regardless of when it was discovered.
Give advance notice: The doctor or hospital usually must receive notice before a lawsuit begins.
Save important records: Discharge papers, medical records and test results can help show what happened and how the injury occurred.
Taking these steps early can help preserve important evidence and protect your potential legal rights.
Your rights after a discharge error
Not every discharge mistake leads to a legal claim, but some deserve a closer review. An experienced medical malpractice attorney can examine the records, assess whether the care met Tennessee's legal standard and explain the next steps when medical negligence may have occurred.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[Loose pets and car crashes: How does liability work?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=476782026-07-12T19:27:47Z2026-07-12T19:27:47ZKey elements in determining liability
Tennessee law may hold dog owners responsible when a loose dog causes a crash, depending on the circumstances. In some cases the state makes it easier to establish liability when a loose dog causes a collision. Negligence can be determined through:
Leash law violation: Dog owners have a duty to keep their animals under reasonable control and prevent them from running at large on public roads.
Property violation: Proving the owner didn’t maintain a proper fence or a closed gate to safely restrain the animals.
Strict liability standards: Depending on the circumstances and applicable Tennessee law, an owner may be held responsible even if the dog had not previously escaped or shown dangerous behavior.
Cats are generally treated differently under state law, because there is no strict “leash law” for felines. To hold a cat owner responsible, you would have to prove standard negligence by showing the owner's recklessness and carelessness.
When liability becomes disputed
Navigating a crash claim involving a pet can be complicated. If you are facing severe injuries or heavy damage following a similar crash, seeking the guidance of an experienced attorney could be highly helpful. A qualified legal professional could help you protect your rights and guide you through legal options moving forward.]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[Can dashcam footage make or break a Tennessee car accident claim?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=476752026-06-22T16:01:12Z2026-06-22T16:01:12ZHow does dashcam footage help after a crash?
Dashcam footage helps in capturing important details before, during and after the accident. In some cases, dashcam footage can even have recordings from inside the car and its surroundings. When accidents happen, this footage might capture important details such as:
Traffic signal violations, running a red light
Unsafe lane changes or merging
Distracted driving or aggressive driving
Road, weather and visibility
This kind of evidence can be very helpful in case of a dispute. This can be more accurate than relying solely on witness or driver statements. Insurance companies and investigators might be able to review the dashcam footage to better understand the crash.
Can dashcam footage hurt a claim?
In addition to the content of the recording itself, Tennessee drivers should also understand the legal considerations surrounding dashcam audio recordings. Although many drivers believe dashcam footage will support their claim, the recording does not always work in their favor. In some cases, it might reveal information that can weaken the claim, such as:
Actions that led to the crash, like speeding, distracted driving or not giving a signal while changing lanes
Evidence might show that both drivers were at fault, which can affect the compensation, as Tennessee follows a modified comparative fault system
Missing or deleted dashcam footage might raise questions about the driver’s credibility
Sometimes, dashcam recordings are reviewed by insurance companies, attorneys and investigators from both sides; they can provide a complete picture of what transpired.
What does a Tennessee driver need to know?
Tennessee generally follows a one-party consent rule for any audio recordings, although drivers should understand how recording laws apply to their specific circumstances. This generally means that a person can record the conversation only when they are also a part of it. Many dashcams that are available in the market record audio along with video.
Usually, dashcam footage is only one piece of the puzzle. Police reports, photos, witness statements and medical records can also play an important role. Understanding how the footage may be used and preserving it properly can play an important role in the outcome of a claim. After a Tennessee car accident, it can be helpful to speak to an attorney who can evaluate how this evidence can impact the claim.
]]>On Behalf of Glaspie and Rickman<![CDATA[Can you be blamed for a slip and fall in Tennessee?]]>https://www.gandrlawfirm.com/?p=476722026-06-10T14:16:20Z2026-06-10T14:16:20ZHow blame can affect compensation
The state follows a modified comparative fault system, which allows a judge or jury to assign each side a percentage of responsibility for the incident. If your share is less than 50%, your compensation will be reduced by that percentage. If you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover compensation.
Property owners often point to warning signs, phone use, footwear, weather or lighting to argue that you failed to use reasonable care for your own safety. If the danger was easy to see, property owners would use this "open and obvious" defense to argue that you share the blame. While it rarely triggers an automatic dismissal, it heavily impacts how a jury assigns percentages of fault.
Establishing the owner’s liability
A property owner is not automatically responsible for every fall that happens on the property. In many slip-and-fall cases, the issue is whether the business, manager or person in control created the hazard, knew about it or should have known about it in time to repair the problem or warn visitors.
A recurring spill, broken step, loose mat or poorly lit walkway may raise important questions about notice, especially if the condition existed long enough for the owner to discover and address it.
Protecting your claim after a fall
After a fall, consider reporting the incident, seeking medical care and documenting the area, your shoes and visible injuries before conditions change. These details can help connect your injuries to the hazard if questions about fault come up later.
If anyone saw what happened, write down their names and contact information. Keep receipts, medical records and related messages.
State law requires you to file a personal injury lawsuit within one year from the date the injury occurred. In rare circumstances, if you could not reasonably have known about the injury right away, the deadline may start when you discover it. Acting early can help preserve evidence while your memory is fresh, the scene remains available and witnesses are easier to identify.]]>