Winning Together - Vol. 2 Issue 5

WINNING TOGETHER

—continued from page 1 When The Party Stops: What Happens When A Nashville Woo-Girl Gets Injured Premises liability lawsuits can be high-stakes affairs with hundreds of thousands of dollars at stake. Not to mention, claimants can be held a percentage of fault for their own injuries. So, things like consuming too much alcohol could provide the business a solid defense. No matter how wild or tame a bachelorette party may be, establishments still have a responsibility to ensure the safety of all patrons. If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident, call us at (615) 220-4180 or visit www.wkjustice.com to get helpful information and resources.

—continued from page 4 Nashville Resident Injured in A Staircase Accident Wins Award

we filed a lawsuit, we hired a building codes expert to investigate the staircase and file a report. Our expert found the staircase design and construction was deficient. Our expert also found that the property owner had also installed a handrail after the accident (Note: often proof of

remedial measures to fix a dangerous condition is not admissible evidence). With the expert report, we now had a strong legal basis for a lawsuit. So, we filed suit in Williamson County Circuit Court against both parties to ensure our client’s rights were maximally protected. In cases involving more than one defendant, litigation can become complicated. In this case, we had two defendants, the restaurant and the property owner. Often, the defendants then argue over who is responsible and sometimes agree on a liability split. While these two defendants investigated their potential liability exposure, Weir and Kestner Injury Lawyers were aggressively pushing the case. At every turn, we pushed back against the defendants to prove liability and all the elements necessary to win the case under Tennessee premises liability law. The parties finished the fact discovery process, including party depositions. Before moving into expert proof, the defendants asked for a mediation in an attempt to settle the case. At mediation, the parties agreed on a confidential settlement that made sure our client received fair compensation for her injuries. While both defendants contributed to the settlement, the property owner’s carrier paid the majority as the primary liable party. Weir & Kestner held the businesses and their insurance companies accountable and helped our client protect her injury rights. If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident, visit www.wkjustice.com or call us at (615) 220-4180 to get helpful information and resources. Our happy client on settlement day

RESTAURANT PICK OF THE MONTH

Carmen’s Taqueria tagline is “Authentic Mexican food in Murfreesboro, TN.” Simple and true. This is not your run-of-the-mill Mexican restaurant. Since 2009, Carmen’s has been serving up incredible, authentic Mexican food. The first thing you notice when your dish comes out of the kitchen, is how the presentation is thoughtfully designed. You also immediately notice how fresh the ingredients are. Not only will your taste buds notice the difference, the vibe is laid back and fun. Carmen’s has live music on the weekends if you’re looking for some entertainment. And, they also offer margarita towers if you and some friends are looking to unwind. Carmen’s is a Murfreesboro tradition at this point. It used to be a local secret, but food this good was never going to remain a secret. If you’re ever in the Murfreesboro area, a trip to Carmen’s Taqueria will not disappoint.

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