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• Medical Malpractice
  • Panel of Doctors Says Malpractice is Not to Blame for Rising Healthcare Costs
  • Common Mistakes that End in Tennessee Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
  • Should a jury or the government rule on your Memphis Medical Malpractice Case?
  • Study Shows That State Medical Boards Have Failed To Punish Negligent Doctors
  • The Basics of The Statute of Limitations for a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Tennessee

• Birth Injuries
  • Treatments and Liability for Tennessee Erb’s Palsy Babies
  • The Risk Factors for Tennessee Shoulder Dystocia
  • Celebrate National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day With Bailey and Greer
  • The Devastating Reality of Birth Injury in Memphis
  • Bailey and Greer Donates To Camp LiveItUp

• Auto Accidents
  • Tennessee Insurance Coverage to Change Without Knowledge
  • Diagnosing Traumatic Brain Injury After a Tennessee Car Crash
  • Why Doesn’t Every Driver in Tennessee Wear a Seat Belt?
  • Tricks of the Tennessee Insurance Adjustor
  • Would a Use of Cell Phone Ban Reduce Tennessee Distracted Driving Deaths?
  • Keeping Safe When Facing Tennessee Road Hazards
  • How to Sue an Insurance Company after a Tennessee Auto Accident
  • When Tennessee Aggressive Driving Turns into Road Rage
  • Statistics Do Not Reflect the Pain of Tennessee Car Accidents

• Truck Accidents
  • Size Matters: U.S. House of Representatives Considers Allowing Bigger Trucks
  • Aging Tennessee Truckers and Legal Drug Use
  • New Government Rules Combat Truck Driver Fatigue

• Motorcycle Accidents
  • What You Must Prove in a Memphis Defective Product Motorcycle Lawsuit
  • Helmet Safety from a Memphis Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
  • Defending Your Rights in a Tennessee Motorcycle Crash

• Nursing Home Abuse
  • Signs and Symptoms of Tennessee Nursing Home Neglect
  • What to Do if You Suspect Tennessee Nursing Home Abuse
  • Antipsychotic Drugs on Nursing Home Patients with Dementia Causes Concern
  • Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers) Should Never Occur Says the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services

• Wrongful Death
  • Who Can File a Tennessee Wrongful Death Claim?
  • How to Cope With Grief in a Tennessee Wrongful Death
  • Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Tennessee
  • A Closer Look at Wrongful Death in Memphis, Tennessee

• Premises Liability
  • What Are the Chances of a Tennessee Slip and Fall Injury?
  • 4 Year Old Boy Dies in Memphis Apartment Fire, Family Awarded $2.75 Million

• Legal Malpractice
  • What Happens When You File a Tennessee Legal Malpractice Lawsuit?
  • When Do You Need to Hire a Memphis Legal Malpractice Attorney?
  • How to File a Legal Malpractice Lawsuit in Tennessee
  • Am I The Victim of Legal or Professional Malpractice?

• Workers' Compensation
  • Tennessee Workers Compensation: What is the difference between an "employee" and "independent contractor," and why does it matter?
  • Tennessee Workers Compensation Claims: Seeing a Doctor
  • Tennessee Workers Compensation Claims: What does "Course and Scope of Employment" mean?

• Drugs and Medical Devices
  • Half of Medications Lack Safety or Dosing Information for Children
  • First Vaginal Mesh Cases Set for Trial
  • What to Do When a Dangerous Prescription Drug Hurts You
  • Pradaxa Causing Serious Bleeding: FDA to Conduct Safety Review
  • Actos Bladder Cancer Link: Whistleblower Says Takeda Knew
  • Vaginal Mesh Implants Sold by Johnson & Johnson Without FDA Approval
  • Actos Linked to Bladder Cancer
  • Negative Side Effects of Transvaginal Mesh Patches
  • Vaginal Mesh Failure Causes Serious Complications

• Airline / Aviation Injuries
  • In-Flight Negligence Claims on Airlines and Air Carriers
  • Airlines Should Inform Passengers (and Aircrew) After Fume Events
  • Airline Passengers Have Right to Breastfeed On Plane, OK?

• General
  • Riders are Caught Off Guard When the Throttle Sticks on a Yamaha Grizzly ATV
  • Yamaha Grizzly ATV Throttle Defect Can Cause Serious Injuries
  • Bailey & Greer to Present Memphis Premiere of Hot Coffee
  • Insurance Companies Create Crisis to Raise Premiums
  • R. Sadler Bailey Recognzied by the Tennessee Association for Justice
  • Memphis Lawyer R. Sadler Bailey's Article Featured in "The Commercial Appeal"
  • Rear-facing Car Seats Proven to be Safer For Young Children
  • $1.5 Million Awarded to Family of Deceased Toddler
  • It's Not About the Money, It's About Safer Day Care Centers in Tennessee
  • Personal Injury Attorney Nicole Gibson Davison Featured in the Memphis Daily News
  • Tennessee's New Tort Reform Law Takes Away Your Rights
  • Sadler Bailey Discusses Tennessee Consumer Protection Act on WREG Live

Practice Areas

• Medical Malpractice
• Birth Injuries
• Auto Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Nursing Home Abuse
• Wrongful Death
• Premises Liability
• Legal Malpractice
• Workers' Compensation
• Drugs and Medical Devices
• Whistleblower Actions
• Airline / Aviation Injuries

News

• Canadian Doc Makes Surgical Error; CEO Takes the Fall
• Tennessee Medical Association Eyes National Healthcare Reform
• Diabetes Drug, Actos, Under Fire for Serious Dangerous Drug Side Effects
• Parents Blame Contaminated Tylenol for Death of Their Infant Son
• California Nursing Home Neglect Case Goes to Trial
• Pinckneyville, Tennessee Woman Killed in Deadly Multiple Vehicle Crash
• Restaurant Slip and Fall Accidents Costly for Business
• JFK Airport Runway Accident Sets Off Flurry of Lawsuits
• West Virginia Woman Sues Two Airlines for Injuries
• Sumner County School Officials Deny Part in Wrongful Death
• Tennessee Bureau of Investigations Eyes Johnson City Nursing Home
• Deadly Tennessee Motorcycle Crash Kills Teenager Girl
• Tennessee Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc on I-75
• Middle Tennessee Hospitals Admit Mistakes and Fix the Causes
• Knoxville Motorcyclist Crashes, Charged with DUI
• Tennessee Car Accident Claims One Life: Driver in Jail
• Memphis One Car Accident Kills Man, Injures Nephew
• One Man Killed, One Injured in Tennessee Truck Accident
• Coach Fisher Renders Aid to Victims of Brentwood, TN Car Crash
• Deadly Memphis Crash Kills Mother, Injures Son
• Tennessee Teen Speaks Out for Car Safety
• Driver Charged with DUI Following Deadly Crash on Whitten Road
• Fatal Tennessee Car Crash Claims Life of Greenbrier Man
• New Year Brings Federal Commercial Driver Cell Phone Ban
• Four Dead, One Critical in Memphis Christmas Eve Crash
• Sumner County Bus Driver Commended by Schools Director
• Tennessee Debates Full Cell Phone Ban for Drivers
• Unicoi County Tree Trimmer Killed by Distracted Driver
• Memphis Attorney Thomas Greer to Speak Conference
• Tennessee Man Crashes into Convenience Store Trying to Kill Girlfriend
• Fatal December Sumner County Pileup Prompts TDOT Study
• Police Misconduct Claims: Thomas Greer to Present at Memphis, Tennessee Seminar
• Single Car Accident Kills Two On East Parkway

Case Results

• Medical Malpractice
  • $7.5 Million Settlement in a Medical Malpractice Case

  Awarded: $7,500,000

  • $3 Million Jury Verdict

  Awarded: $3,000,000

  • $2 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $2,000,000

  • $1.5 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $1,500,000

  • $1 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $1 Million Settlement

• Birth Injuries
  • $12 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $12 Million Settlement

  • $7 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $7 Million Settlement

  • $2.9 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $2.9 Million Settlement

• Auto Accidents
  • $1.9 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $1.9 Million Settlement

  • $4.1 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $4.1 Million Settlement

  • $5.6 Million Arbitration Verdict

  Awarded: $5.6 Million Arbitration Verdict

  • $1.5 Million Drunk Driver Settlement

  Awarded: $1.5 Million Settlement

  • $1.4 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $1.4 Million

• Nursing Home Abuse
  • $600,000 Judgment

  Awarded: $600,000 Judgment

  • $650,000 Settlement

  Awarded: $650,000 Settlement

• Wrongful Death
  • $1.5 Million Jury Verdict

  Awarded: $1.5 Million Jury Verdict

• Premises Liability
  • $2.75 Million Settlement

  Awarded: $2.75 Million Settlement

• Legal Malpractice
  • Confidential Settlement

  Awarded: Confidential

• General
  • Bradshaw v. Daniel
  • Metcalf v. Waters

Document Library

• Medical Malpractice
  • Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Sepsis is the Key to Timely Diagnosing the Problem.
  • What You Must Prove in a Tennessee Medical Malpractice Claim
  • Compensation for Tennessee Medical Malpractice Victims
  • Experienced Memphis Medical Malpractice Attorneys You Can Trust
  • "How long do I have to file my medical malpractice case in Memphis?"
  • Everything You Need To Know About Medical Malpractice in Memphis
  • Can I File a Case Against the Anesthesiologist in Memphis?
  • What Are the Time Limits for Filing a Tennessee Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?

• Birth Injuries
  • When the Unthinkable Happens: an Erb’s Palsy Overview
  • A Brachial Plexus Birth Injury Overview for Tennessee Parents
  • Shoulder Dystocia: a Serious Tennessee Birth Complication
  • Cerebral Palsy Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
  • Memphis Birth Injury and Medical Malpractice Attorneys Understand Your Pain
  • Know Your Rights If Your Child Has Suffered a Birth Injury In Memphis
  • Risk Factors for Birth Injuries in Tennessee Childbirth

• Auto Accidents
  • Seven Tips to Follow After a Tennessee Auto Accident
  • Traumatic Brain Injuries in Tennessee Car Crashes
  • Buckle Up for Safety and Protect Your Rights in Tennessee Car Crashes
  • CRASH! What Not to Say to a Tennessee Insurance Adjustor
  • Waiving Uninsured Motorist Coverage Can Cost You
  • Get Angry: Tennessee Distracted Driving Accidents are Avoidable!
  • Tennessee Drivers: Beware Dangerous Road Conditions!
  • Dealing with the Insurance Company after a Tennessee Auto Accident
  • Memphis Aggressive Drivers Can Ruin Your Day . . . and Your Life
  • A Sobering Look at Tennessee Car Accident Statistics
  • Auto Accident Experts are Right Here in Memphis, Tennessee
  • The Best Things to Do after a Tennessee Auto Accident

• Truck Accidents
  • How to Avoid a Tragic Accident with a Tennessee Commercial Truck
  • Tennessee Truck Accidents can Be Caused by Legal Medications
  • Asleep Behind the Wheel: Fatigue and Tennessee Truck Accidents
  • Understanding the Types of Damages Recoverable in a Tennessee Trucking Accident
  • Truck Accidents Can Tear Lives Apart. We Are Here To Help.
  • Top Causes of Tennessee Commercial Truck Accidents

• Motorcycle Accidents
  • Injured in a Memphis Motorcycle Accident Caused by Defects?
  • Will Repealing the Tennessee Motorcycle Helmet Law Work?
  • Are You a Biker? How Likely Are You to Crash in Tennessee?
  • Experienced Memphis Motorcycle Lawyers Are On Your Side
  • Safe Motorcycle Riding in Tennessee: Not an Option

• Nursing Home Abuse
  • Neglect: The Silent Abuse of Tennessee Nursing Home Residents
  • Protect Your Tennessee Nursing Home Loved Ones: Abuse Statistics
  • Has My Loved One Suffered Nursing Home Abuse?
  • Separating the Good from the Bad: Choosing a Great Tennessee Nursing Home

• Wrongful Death
  • Eight Common Causes for Memphis Wrongful Death Lawsuits
  • The Grief Process and Tennessee Wrongful Death
  • Tennessee Wrongful Death: Who is to Blame?
  • Experienced wrongful death attorneys with proven results.
  • 4 Keys To Proving a Memphis Wrongful Death Case
  • Mother Awarded $1.5 Million After Her Son Choked To Death During Lunch

• Premises Liability
  • Tennessee Premises Liability: Slip and Fall Accidents and You
  • Premises liability requires the owner/operator to have knowledge of the dangerous condition prior to the injury occurring.
  • Cheap Management Companies Often Overlook Aluminum Wiring Hazards
  • Understand the Types of Damages that are Available to Victims of Landlord and Property Owner Neglect
  • What to Expect in a Tennessee Premises Liability Lawsuit
  • Property Owner Negligence in Memphis Can Cause Serious Injury

• Legal Malpractice
  • Why Tennessee Legal Malpractice Cases Are Difficult to Prove
  • Tennessee Legal Malpractice Laws Are Designed to Protect You
  • Tennessee Legal Malpractice: Mistakes Your Lawyer Can Make
  • Malpractice Attorneys You Can Trust
  • How To Spot Legal or Professional Malpractice in Memphis

• Workers' Compensation
  • Tennessee Workers’ Compensation: When to Call an Attorney
  • Understanding the Benefits an Injured Employee Should Receive Under Tennessee Workers Compensation Law
  • Tennessee Workers' Compensation Law Provides Temporary Total Disability (TTD) Payments In Many Cases Where An Injured Employee Cannot Work
  • Tennessee Workers Compensation Law May Prevent Injured Employees From Collecting Benefits in Some Cases

• Drugs and Medical Devices
  • DePuy ASR Hip Recall Leads to Revision Surgery and Potential Lawsuits
  • Warning: The Dangers of Prescription Drugs and How to Fight Back
  • Avoiding the Risk of Bleeding from Pradaxa: FDA Provides Additional Information for Patients
  • Avoiding the Risk of Bleeding from Pradaxa: FDA Provides Additional Information for Healthcare Professionals
  • Actos - FDA Issues Drug Safety Announcement Concerning Bladder Cancer

• Airline / Aviation Injuries
  • Learn About the Types and Causes of Airline In-Flight Injuries
  • Fume Event Exposure Blood Test Instructions and Forms
  • Medical Evaluation Protocol After Exposure To Toxic Bleed Air

• Newsletter
  • For the Record: May 2012 Issue of the Bailey & Greer Newsletter
  • For the Record: March 2012 Issue of the Bailey & Greer Newsletter
  • For the Record: January 2012 Issue of the Bailey & Greer Newsletter

• General
  • Handling Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Cases
  • Mobile Jet Oil - Material Safety Data Sheet
  • Common Issues in Police Misconduct Cases
  • When brain injuries occur, you have an advocate.
  • "How much is my case worth in Memphis, Tennessee?"
  • The lawyers at Bailey & Greer are trusted, skilled, proven and caring.
  • Police Brutality in Memphis, Tennessee Can't Be Tolerated
  • Education is Powerful when it comes to Memphis Personal Injury Cases
  • Bailey and Greer: Serving Memphis for More Than 25 Years
  • How to Choose the Best Tennessee Personal Injury Lawyer

Video Library

• Medical Malpractice:
  • Are Tennessee Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Out of Control?

• Auto Accidents:
  • Local Lawyer Writes Book on Tennessee Auto Accidents
  • Tips on What to Do After a Tennessee Car Wreck

• Wrongful Death:
  • How Compensation is Given in a Tennessee Wrongful Death Case

• Premises Liability:
  • The Various Types of Tennessee Premises Liability Injuries

• Legal Malpractice:
  • Tennessee Legal Malpractice

• Workers' Compensation:
  • Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Explains Compensation

• Drugs and Medical Devices:
  • Pradaxa: Serious Bleeding Complications
  • Actos: Diabetes Drug Linked to Bladder Cancer
  • Trans-Vaginal (Pelvic) Mesh: Serious Complications

• Airline / Aviation Injuries:
  • Airline Fume Event
  • Toxic Cabin Air Documentary: Part 1
  • Toxic Cabin Air Documentary: Part 2

• General:
  • Tennessee Personal Injury Lawyer on Time to File a Claim
  • Acceptance Guidelines for Tennessee Personal Injury Cases
  • Resources Available on Tennessee Personal Injury Lawyer Site
  • Tennessee Personal Injury Attorney on Helping the Wronged
  • Tennessee Limits on Jury Awards Harm those with Serious Injuries
  • What is the Role of Attorneys, Judges and Juries in a Tennessee Civil Lawsuit?
  • Do I Have the Right to Appeal a Jury Verdict?

Frequently Asked Questions

• Medical Malpractice
  • What are the most common Tennessee medical malpractice claims?
  • How can I be sure I am hiring the best Tennessee medical malpractice lawyer for my case?
  • My husband died as a result of a mistake made during surgery. This has left me in both emotional and financial trouble. Everyone is telling me to see a lawyer about a medical malpractice lawsuit. If I do this, when should I file?
  • I am a victim of medical malpractice in Memphis. A doctor misdiagnosed my cancer, costing me a great deal of time getting treatment. I heard I need medical experts to testify for me. Why do I need this and how do I find someone?
  • Can I sue for punitive damages against a Memphis doctor for improper care?

• Birth Injuries
  • My husband and I just brought our new baby girl home from the hospital. A nurse pulled us aside as we were leaving and told us to watch Marissas right arm to see if it was moving normally and to talk to our pediatrician if it wasnt. What did she mean?
  • My baby has a brachial plexus injury. The Memphis hospital pediatrician dealing with the birth injury said that we have to wait and see if it will heal on its own. Isnt there something we can do at home in the meantime?
  • When I delivered my last child in Memphis a few days ago, a vacuum extractor was used. Suddenly, the medical team went into emergency mode and I heard the words, shoulder dystocia. Now I am worried about my baby. Should I be?
  • My baby is not reaching developmental milestones, should I be worried?
  • What is an APGAR score?

• Auto Accidents
  • I was injured in a car accident in Tennessee. How long do I have to sue?
  • My husband was in a horrible Tennessee car accident last week and has been diagnosed with a severe traumatic brain injury. He is still in the hospital. I am angry with the other driver and worried about my husband. How do I handle this?
  • I was hit broadside by a driver who ran a red light in Memphis. I was seriously injured and face a long recovery, but someone told me I couldnt sue because I wasnt wearing my seat belt. Is this true?
  • I was injured in a serious Memphis car crash and have my first meeting with the other guys insurance company later this week. I am nervous. How do I handle it?
  • How much Tennessee Auto Insurance Coverage Do I Need?
  • I was recently seriously injured in a Memphis car accident caused by a road hazard. Who is liable?
  • If I am in a car accident and file a personal injury claim, what will happen?
  • How do I prove that another driver was negligent in my Tennessee car accident?
  • What should I do if an aggressive Tennessee driver harasses me on the road?
  • What should I do if my Tennessee car accident insurance claim was denied?
  • Can I File an Auto Accident Lawsuit Against a City or County when the Government Vehicle was at Fault?
  • What Types of Damages Can I Collect in an Auto Accident Case?
  • Are punitive damages available in Tennessee auto accident cases?

• Truck Accidents
  • I was recently seriously injured in a Tennessee semi-truck accident. The investigating police officer said it wasnt my fault. I need help paying my expenses. Who can I sue?
  • Recently I was involved in a Tennessee semi-truck accident. Thankfully, my wife and I escaped with our lives, but she will require a long string of surgeries over the next two years. Based on the accident report, we are pretty sure the driver was taking prescription drugs that caused him to become drowsy and lose control. What should we do?
  • I was seriously injured when a semi truck driver fell asleep at the wheel near Memphis and ran me off the road. What do I have to do to prove liability?

• Motorcycle Accidents
  • I was in a Tennessee motorcycle accident that was not my fault. My front tire blew out and a mechanic said that it was defective. I am still recovering from serious injuries. What should I do?
  • I love weekends riding my motorcycle on the back roads of Tennessee, but I am not sure my helmet is safe. How do I choose the best helmet?
  • My husband was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident outside Memphis. A car crossed out of its lane and hit him head on. We were told we have a negligence claim. What is this and how does it work?

• Nursing Home Abuse
  • My mother lives in a Tennessee residential nursing home. When I visit, I feel as if the staff may be neglecting her needs. What should I do?
  • My mother is a resident in a Memphis nursing home and suffers from dementia. I live in Florida, so I cannot see her as often as I would like. Recently, she has been very upset and has bruises I have not seen before. I am afraid she is being abused. Should I report suspected nursing home abuse and how do I do it?
  • My father was assaulted by another patient in a Tennessee assisted living facility. Can I bring a claim against the assisted living facility?
  • What is sepsis and how do you get it?
  • Are nursing home cases considered medical malpractice?

• Wrongful Death
  • My husband’s death, which was caused by an unsafe condition at work, has left me penniless. Now I owe money for the funeral and burial expenses and have hospital and doctor bills. I don’t make much at my part-time job; how can I go on?
  • My daughters husband died a few months ago in a Memphis car accident. A drunk driver who ran a red light hit him. Sometimes it seems like her grief and anger will never end. How can I help her?

• Premises Liability
  • I recently slipped and fell while shopping at a Tennessee mall. The floor was wet but not marked, and I just went down. I have a broken hip and need help with my medical expenses. Do I need to see a lawyer?
  • What must I prove to win my Tennessee premises liability case?
  • Can I sue my negligent Memphis, Tennessee apartment management company for punitive damages?

• Legal Malpractice
  • The lawyer I hired for my Tennessee personal injury lawsuit botched the job, and it is too late to re-file my case. Should I file a legal malpractice lawsuit?

• Workers' Compensation
  • What is the statute of limitations for a Tennessee workers compensation claim?
  • I was hurt on the job and my employer is trying to send me a long distance to see a treating physician. Can I be reimbursed for the mileage and cost of traveling to the doctor?

• Drugs and Medical Devices
  • I've been taking the diabetes drug Actos for more than a year now and I just read that this may cause an increased risk of bladder cancer. What are the common signs and symptoms to look for and how do I get diagnosed?

• Airline / Aviation Injuries
  • I fell and injured my ankle on a recent airline flight from Memphis to Boston to visit my sister. The flight had become very turbulent as I tried to get back to my seat after using the restroom. There was no warning by the pilot or any other crewmember when it happened. Is the airline responsible for my accident? I need surgery to correct the injury and can see the medical bills piling up already.

• General
  • Does Capping Jury Awards Reduce Frivolous Lawsuits?
  • What is the Role of Attorneys, Judges, and Juries in a Tennessee Civil Lawsuit?
  • Do I Have the Right to Appeal a Jury Verdict?
  • Are there limits on damages available in Tennessee personal injury and wrongful death cases?
  • Do I have to pay my health insurance company back out of my personal injury or wrongful death recovery?
  • Is there information a Tennessee jury is not told about during trial?

Staff

• General
  • R. Sadler Bailey
  • Thomas Greer
  • Austin B. Byrd
  • John M. Zuck
  • Nicole Gibson Davison

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• Birth Injury Lawyer’s FREE BOOK: When Tragedy Strikes: What Every Tennessee Parent Needs to Know About Birth Injuries
• FREE Book: Every Step You Take Matters After a Tennessee Auto Accident: Tips for Injury Victims
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