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Nashville Personal Injury Lawyers
At NST Law, we are dedicated to helping injured individuals and their families get the justice and compensation they deserve.
Expertise
Mr. Trotz has handled injury cases involving auto accidents, slip and fall, premises liability, and negligent security. Every day, Mr. Trotz represents those who have been injured and many of his clients have sustained traumatic and life-altering injuries.
Our firm works hard to uncover all evidence in order to properly establish fault. We are able to interview witnesses, look for video footage, and inspect the scene of the accident to make sure all relevant evidence is identified and preserved in your case.
If you were injured in Nashville by another’s negligence, you need someone to fight for you. At NST Law, we’ve earned our reputation as “Champions For The Injured.” We’re a trusted personal injury law firm with 14 offices, over 30 years of experience, and more than $2 billion recovered for clients. Our goal is to level the playing field between individuals and powerful companies.
Our Nashville personal injury attorneys aren’t afraid to take your case to trial, and we’ll support you through the entire process.
Our Nashville personal injury lawyers are deeply committed to supporting the local community. Besides fighting for justice in the courtroom, we do what we can to contribute to the entire city.
When you work with an NST Law personal injury attorney, you have a lawyer who genuinely cares and understands what you’re experiencing. Contact us today for your free legal consultation.
Types of Personal Injury Cases NST Law Handles
NST Law handles numerous practice areas within the personal injury field, including:
Nashville Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, bicycle collisions, scooter accidents, rideshare accidents and pedestrian injuries caused by negligent or reckless driving
- Boating accidents caused by negligence regardless of whether they occurred during leisure time or at work
- Slip and fall accidents, unsafe property conditions, negligent security, and injuries caused by dog bites or animal attacks
- Misdiagnosis, surgical errors, anesthesia mistakes, birth injuries, and prescription medication errors caused by negligent health care providers
- Injuries caused by defective or dangerous consumer products, faulty medical devices, contaminated food, and unsafe pharmaceuticals
Nashville Workplace Accidents
- Construction site injuries, industrial equipment accidents, and other workplace incidents involving employer negligence or third-party liability
- Fatalities caused by negligence, such as in car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, or defective products
- Physical abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, and emotional harm sustained by residents in long-term care facilities
Nashville Toxic Exposure
- Harm caused by exposure to hazardous chemicals, polluted environments, asbestos, or other unsafe materials
Nashville Recreational Accidents
- Injuries occurring at amusement parks, sports facilities, swimming pools, or during outdoor recreational activities due to negligence or equipment failure
Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
- Injuries to the brain and spinal cord for any reason, including car crashes, medical malpractice, or premises liability
- Help with initial applications and the Social Security appeals process
- Burns arising from workplace accidents, toxic exposure, motor vehicle crashes and other incidents
NST Law Is Committed to Pursuing Justice
The experienced personal injury attorneys at NST Law are committed to pursuing justice for every client. We don’t think cost should prohibit excellent legal representation. We operate exclusively on contingency, meaning you don’t pay us a cent unless we win your case. You can rely on our “No Fee Guarantee”—you’ll never have to deal with surprise costs.
We prepare every case we handle for trial, even though many personal injury cases never see the inside of a courtroom. Our rigorous preparation means we’re always ready to take your claim as far as necessary to achieve a fair verdict or settlement. We also prep our clients for depositions and trials, so you’ll be ready to go without worrying about nerves during your testimony.
Settlements and Verdicts
NST Law is proud to have secured over $2 billion in compensation for injured victims during our decades of experience. Significant case results we’ve obtained for our clients include:
- $3 million for a married couple who survived a tractor-trailer accident with major injuries
- Over $5 million for the victim of a car accident involving a defective airbag
- $2.2 million for a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a car crash
- $1.8 million for a client requiring long-term medical treatment after being hurt by a negligent forklift operator
At NST Law, our attorneys do everything we can to maximize our clients’ compensation. We aggressively advocate for our clients to get the best possible settlements and verdicts.
Testimonials and Community Involvement
We’re honored to have served thousands of Tennessee residents and secured major wins for many of our clients. Hear what previous NST Law clients have to say about our services:
After the accident, my truck was totaled. I called NST because I heard the commercials for years. NST got me a great settlement, and I’m really happy for it. They fought for me. NST is a powerful firm, and they will help their community. I think NST is awesome.
I was on my motorcycle, and a car turned in front of me, and the next thing I knew, I was at the trauma center. Severed tendons in my hand. I broke my right shoulder, had reconstructive surgery on my hand. It took months before I could get the use of my hand back. As soon as I called NST, they got the ball rolling, and they helped with the process and made everything extremely simple. There’s no way I could have taken on the insurance companies on my own. NST got me a big settlement and it was more money than I expected. NST has the manpower to handle anything you throw at them. That’s NST Strong.
NST is so professional in what they do. They will fight for you from the beginning to the end. I love the fact that they have a local office in my neighborhood. Just make one call to NST, and they will be there for you. I love NST!
NST Law is also deeply involved in our local community, working extensively with charities focused on feeding low-income community members, fighting racism, and eradicating child abuse. Nashville’s people are what makes it such a great place to live and work. At NST Law, we feel it’s our job to care for people in ways that go beyond legal representation.
Why Choose NST Law in Nashville?
Along with our extensive history of client success, NST Law is proud to live by the principles we call the Six Pillars of NST. When you work with one of our attorneys, you can expect:
- Compassionate Care: We’re passionate about providing legal services that meet your individual needs and alleviate your stress after an accident.
- Accessibility: Location should not be a barrier to exceptional legal service. Our attorneys can meet clients at our Nashville location and anywhere else, including the hospital, your home, or your office.
- Resourcefulness: Our team of 175 attorneys and staff has worked hard to build our proven record of success. We have the resources to take your case as far as necessary.
- Trust and Transparency: Our firm prioritizes honesty, clear communication, and client-focused advocacy in everything we do.
- Personalized Service: We offer tailored legal strategies designed to manage each case’s unique circumstances, making clients feel supported every step of the way.
- Maximized Pursuit: We’re relentlessly committed to achieving the best possible outcomes by leveraging extensive legal expertise, thorough case preparation, and a willingness to take cases to trial if necessary.
What Compensation Can You Expect From a Personal Injury Claim?
You can pursue a few different types of compensation for a personal injury claim—economic, non-economic, and punitive damages.
Economic Damages
Economic damages compensate plaintiffs for financial costs incurred from their accident, including medical bills, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and property damage.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages compensate plaintiffs for suffered losses and trauma that don’t carry a set financial value. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and similar non-monetary losses.
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages are rare and solely awarded at a judge’s discretion. These are designed to punish the defendant and deter future misconduct. Punitive damages are only awarded when the court finds clear and convincing evidence that the defendant acted maliciously, intentionally, fraudulently, or recklessly.
Navigating Tennessee Personal Injury Laws
Certain laws applying to personal injury claims may impact your settlement and whether you are eligible to file a claim. They include the statute of limitations, comparative fault laws, and damage caps.
Statute of Limitations
Most personal injury cases in Tennessee have a short statute of limitations of just one year. The clock starts on the date the injury occurred unless the discovery rule applies. Under Tennessee’s discovery rule, the clock starts on the date the illness is or should reasonably have been discovered. This is particularly important in cases involving E. coli exposure, where symptoms may not appear immediately, and the source of contamination might take time to identify.
A year may sound like plenty of time to file suit, but it’s easier than you’d think to miss a filing deadline. Contact a lawyer promptly after an accident to avoid missing your chance to sue.
Comparative Fault
Under Tennessee’s modified comparative negligence statute, you cannot recover any damages if you were 50 percent or more at fault for the accident.
You can recover damages if you were less than 50 percent responsible for the accident, but your damages award will be decreased in proportion to your share of the fault. For example, if you are deemed 30 percent responsible for your accident, you would only receive 70 percent of the total damages.
Damage Caps
There are caps on the amount of compensation you can receive for a personal injury claim in Tennessee.
In a civil claim, you can recover as much as you lost in economic damages, regardless of the amount. However, the non-economic damages you can receive are capped at $750,000. For a catastrophic injury, this amount may be increased to $1 million due to the extensive trauma you experienced.
Punitive damages are also capped in Tennessee. The amount you can receive in punitive damages is either two times the amount you were awarded in economic damages or $500,000, whichever is greater.
Injured in a Nashville Accident? NST Law Is Here to Help.
NST Law is dedicated to protecting your rights, fighting for justice, and securing fair compensation after an accident. If you were injured in Nashville, we’re the firm for you. Call The Champs at (800) 529-4004 or contact us online today for your free, zero-obligation consultation.
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