Tennessee Personal Injury Lawyer: You May Have Only One Year to Act
Tennessee has one of the shortest personal injury deadlines in the country. In most cases, you have just one year from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. Kaufman & Lynd represents injured people across Tennessee, and Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman is licensed to practice in the state. If you were hurt in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, or anywhere else in Tennessee, contact us for a free, confidential case review. There are no fees unless we win.
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Tennessee personal injury claims at a glance
- Filing deadline
- 1 year in most cases
- Fault rule
- Recovery barred at 50% fault or more
- Insurance
- At-fault state; 25/50/25 minimums
- Your attorney
- Jeffrey S. Kaufman is licensed to practice law in Tennessee and 17 other states.
- Cost to you
- Free consultation and no fees unless we win.
Tennessee injury attorneys
Why Tennessee Injury Victims Choose Kaufman & Lynd
Licensed in Tennessee
Attorney Jeffrey S. Kaufman is a licensed Tennessee attorney, so you work directly with a lawyer admitted to practice in your state.
Decades of experience
Partners Jeffrey Kaufman and Craig Lynd have worked together since 1997 and have been responsible for more than fifty thousand cases.
No fees unless we win
You pay nothing upfront, and your consultation is always free and 100% confidential.
Trusted by clients
Kaufman & Lynd holds a 4.9-star rating from more than 750 Google reviews.
Recognized legal commentary
Our attorneys have been called on for legal analysis by CNN, MSNBC, CNN Business, and Fox News.
Every case is personal
You get individualized attention and regular updates, not a case number.
Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman
Personal injury attorney · Licensed in Tennessee
Accident risks
Common Accident Risks in Tennessee
Tennessee sits at the center of several major interstates, including I-40, I-24, I-65, I-75, and I-81, which makes it one of the busiest trucking states in the Southeast. Nashville's rapid growth has crowded its roads, Memphis is a national freight and logistics hub, and mountain routes in East Tennessee add steep grades and sharp curves.
How we can help
Tennessee Personal Injury Cases We Handle
If someone else's negligence caused your injury in Tennessee, we can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. Our Tennessee practice includes:
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Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
Know your rights
Tennessee Personal Injury Laws You Should Know
Every state sets its own rules for injury claims. These are the Tennessee rules that most often affect what you can recover and when you must act.
Statute of limitations
Tennessee generally allows only one year for personal injury and wrongful death claims (Tenn. Code Ann. § 28-3-104). In certain motor vehicle cases where the at-fault driver is criminally charged, the deadline can be extended to two years.
Modified comparative negligence (50% bar)
You cannot recover if you are 50% or more at fault. Below 50%, your damages are reduced by your share of fault.
At-fault insurance system
Tennessee requires minimum liability coverage of $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage.
Noneconomic damages cap
Tennessee caps noneconomic damages at $750,000 in most cases and $1,000,000 for catastrophic injuries such as paralysis, amputation, or severe burns (Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-39-102).
Claims against government entities
Claims under the Governmental Tort Liability Act generally must be filed within one year.
After an accident
What to Do After an Accident in Tennessee
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Get to safety and call 911.
Request police and medical help, and ask for a copy of the crash or incident report.
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See a doctor right away.
Some injuries, including concussions and internal injuries, do not show symptoms for hours or days.
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Contact a lawyer right away.
With a one-year deadline, there is very little time to investigate, negotiate, and file if needed.
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Document everything.
Take photos of the scene, vehicles, and injuries, and collect names and contact information for witnesses.
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Avoid recorded statements to the other insurer.
Insurance adjusters may use your words to reduce or deny your claim.
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Call a Tennessee personal injury lawyer.
A free consultation helps you understand your rights before important deadlines pass.
Communities we serve
Serving Injury Victims Across Tennessee
We represent injured people throughout Tennessee, including Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, Jackson, Johnson City, and Hendersonville, as well as smaller towns and rural communities statewide. Our main office is located at 200 E. Robinson St., Suite 400, Orlando, Florida, and we work with Tennessee clients by phone, video conference, and secure online document sharing, so you can focus on your recovery.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Tennessee?
In most cases, only one year from the date of injury. Some vehicle cases involving criminal charges against the at-fault driver allow two years.
Can I recover if I was partly at fault in Tennessee?
Yes, if you are less than 50% at fault. Your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault.
Does Tennessee cap pain and suffering damages?
Yes. The cap is generally $750,000, or $1,000,000 for catastrophic injuries.
Can Kaufman & Lynd represent me in Tennessee?
Yes. Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman is licensed in Tennessee, and we work with Tennessee clients remotely so no time is lost.
How much does it cost to get started?
Nothing. Consultations are free, and there are no fees unless we win.
Talk to a Tennessee Personal Injury Lawyer Today
If you or someone you love was hurt in Tennessee, you do not have to face the insurance companies alone. Call Kaufman & Lynd at (407) 500-JEFF or complete our free case evaluation form. Your information is kept 100% confidential, and there are no fees unless we win.