Best & Brock

08/13/2026

A first DUI arrest is not a conviction. The State still has to prove every required element beyond a reasonable doubt, and what you do after release can affect the evidence available later. ⚖️

Save your citation, bond papers, testing paperwork, towing records, and court notices. Make digital copies, confirm your first court date, and follow every release condition. Missing court can lead to a warrant.

While your memory is fresh, privately record what happened during the stop. Note roadside tests, breath or blood testing, witnesses, weather, lighting, and possible cameras. 📱 Preserve receipts, messages, location history, and rideshare records without altering anything.

A first Tennessee DUI conviction can include at least 48 consecutive hours in jail, fines from $350 to $1,500, and a one year prohibition from driving. A BAC of 0.15 percent or higher can carry a minimum of seven consecutive days in jail. 🚗 License consequences can also depend on an implied consent ruling and other circumstances.

Best and Brock helps people facing DUI charges in Chattanooga understand the court process, testing issues, and evidence. Our team can review the facts before you enter a plea. ⚠️

Read the full post for practical steps to take after a first DUI arrest: https://www.bestlawhb.com/first-dui-arrest-tennessee-what-happens-next/

After a first DUI arrest in Tennessee, learn what happens next. Call Best and Brock at 423-829-1043 for a free consultation.

08/11/2026

Digital evidence from a distracted driving crash can disappear within days. 📱 Nearby video may be overwritten, witnesses may leave Tennessee, and a vehicle could be repaired, sold, salvaged, or destroyed before important information is preserved.

After a summer collision in Chattanooga, document what you safely can. Photograph vehicle positions, damage, debris, road conditions, license plates, and nearby cameras. 📸 Get witness names, phone numbers, and email addresses instead of assuming every witness will appear in the police report.

Phone records, app activity, navigation history, video, and vehicle data may help establish what happened before impact. Preserve your own relevant records, but never attempt to access another person’s private accounts or device. ⚠️

Medical and financial documentation matters too. Keep treatment records, pay stubs, missed work documentation, repair estimates, rental expenses, and receipts. A factual recovery journal can also track symptoms and daily limitations. Tennessee generally gives injured people one year to file a personal injury action, although exceptions may apply. ⏱️

Best and Brock can investigate potential evidence, communicate with insurers, and explain deadlines that may apply. Our team can also discuss preservation requests when records are at risk of disappearing.

Read the full article for the evidence that may matter after a distracted driving crash: https://www.bestlawhb.com/injured-distracted-driver-summer-break-chattanooga-evidence/

Injured by a distracted driver in Chattanooga? Learn which evidence may support your claim. Call Best and Brock at 423-829-1043.

08/11/2026

🚨 Pulled over after drinking? Listen up. 🚨

3 things you should know if you’re pulled over and suspected of DUI:

1️⃣ Keep your registration and insurance together.
Keep both in a registration folder so when an officer asks for your license, insurance, and registration, you can quickly provide everything they request. Fumbling/ forgetting to provide paperwork are great indicators of impairment.

2️⃣ Don’t admit to drinking.
Officers hear “I only had two drinks” all the time. That statement can be used against you. Never admit to consuming alcohol!

3️⃣ Know your rights regarding field sobriety tests.
Field sobriety testing can give an officer additional evidence to use against you. Your performance can only elevate suspicion of drinking. DON’T DO THEM!

And our bonus tip? 🚫🍺 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE.

If you’ve been drinking, make a safe plan to get home. If you’re pulled over and suspected of DUI, contact us at 423.693.2378 for a free consult ☎️

08/08/2026

08/06/2026

Vacation traffic brings more than crowded roads. It also brings drivers who miss exits, brake without warning, drift across lanes, or turn left directly into a rider's path. 🏍️ Those few seconds can change everything.

Around Chattanooga, interstate congestion on I 24 and I 75, construction zones, mountain curves, and busy downtown streets all increase the chance of a serious collision. Scenic routes may look inviting, but drivers focused on navigation or sightseeing can miss an approaching motorcycle. Summer rain and afternoon glare can make conditions even more dangerous. 🌦️

If a crash happens, the decisions you make afterward matter. Call 911, seek medical care as soon as possible, photograph the scene, collect witness and insurance information, and avoid giving a recorded statement before you understand your rights. Waiting too long for treatment or failing to preserve evidence can make an injury claim more difficult. 📸

Tennessee generally gives injured riders one year to file a personal injury lawsuit, and fault can directly affect compensation. Best and Brock offers free consultations to help injured riders understand their legal options, preserve important evidence, and respond to insurance companies after a serious motorcycle crash. ⚖️

Read more about protecting your rights after a vacation traffic motorcycle crash: https://www.bestlawhb.com/tennessee-vacation-traffic-motorcycle-crashes/

Learn how vacation traffic affects Tennessee motorcycle claims. Call Best and Brock at 423-829-1043 for a free consultation.

08/04/2026

A rideshare trip can qualify for up to $1 million in liability coverage, but that does not mean an injured passenger automatically receives that amount. 🚗 Fault, documented losses, policy terms, and even the driver's app status can all affect what happens next after a crash in Chattanooga.

If you were riding in an Uber or Lyft, responsibility may extend beyond the rideshare driver. Another motorist, a vehicle owner, a repair company, a manufacturer, or even a government entity could share responsibility depending on how the collision happened. Saving your ride receipt, trip details, route information, and app screenshots can become valuable evidence. 📱

Medical care should come first, even if the vehicle damage looks minor. Some injuries appear hours or days later. Call 911 if needed, photograph the scene, gather contact information from every driver involved, request the police report, and keep medical bills, wage records, and a symptom journal. Avoid discussing the crash on social media. 📋

Best and Brock helps injured passengers identify available insurance coverage, preserve important records, and understand their legal options. If you want a closer look at the issues that can affect a rideshare injury claim, read the full article here: https://www.bestlawhb.com/uber-lyft-passenger-summer-crash-chattanooga/

Hurt as an Uber or Lyft passenger in Chattanooga? Learn who may pay your claim. Call Best and Brock at 423-829-1043.

08/04/2026

A DUI in another state can still affect your Tennessee driver's license.

If that out of state DUI is reported to the DMV, your insurance rates will likely increase, and you may be required to carry SR 22 insurance. 🚗 These consequences can follow you home even though the arrest happened somewhere else.

Best and Brock helps people in Chattanooga understand what may happen after an out of state charge and what options may be available. Acting early can make a difference when your driving privileges and insurance requirements are on the line.

A single arrest can create more than one issue to address. Your criminal case is only part of the picture. Insurance requirements, license related consequences, and reporting between states can all become part of the process. 📋 Waiting until notices arrive can leave you with fewer opportunities to prepare.

If you or someone close to you is dealing with an out of state DUI, take time to understand what may happen next instead of making assumptions. ⚖️ Every situation has its own facts, and knowing what to expect can help you make informed decisions.

Have questions about how an out of state DUI could affect your Tennessee license? Drop a comment, send a message, or share this with someone who may need the information.

07/30/2026

🎵 An argument in a packed festival crowd can become a criminal charge before you realize what happened. A disagreement, refusing an instruction, or simply being caught in a chaotic moment may lead to a disorderly conduct arrest.

Tennessee treats disorderly conduct as a Class C misdemeanor, but the consequences can reach far beyond the event itself. In Chattanooga, possible penalties include up to 30 days in jail, fines up to $50, court costs, probation, and a permanent criminal record. 📋 Even being near a disturbance can result in charges if officers believe public safety was affected.

Crowded concerts create fast moving situations where witness accounts conflict, video may be incomplete, and behavior is easily misunderstood. Preserve any photos, videos, messages, and witness information. Stay calm, avoid discussing the case with law enforcement, and request legal representation as soon as possible. ⚖️ Early action can help identify inconsistencies and protect important evidence before memories fade.

Best and Brock understands how quickly festival arrests can escalate from confusion instead of criminal intent. Our team carefully reviews every detail, challenges unsupported allegations when appropriate, and works to protect your record and future. 🎶

Read the full discussion about disorderly conduct charges after concerts and festivals and learn what steps may help protect your rights: https://www.bestlawhb.com/charged-disorderly-conduct-concert-festival-chattanooga/

Charged with disorderly conduct at a Chattanooga concert or festival? Learn penalties, defenses, and how Best and Brock can help protect your case.

07/28/2026

Vacation plans can change in seconds after a crash on I 24, I 75, or I 40. 🚗 Heavy summer traffic, construction zones, unfamiliar roads, and distracted driving create conditions where serious injuries become much more likely.

After a collision, the first decisions matter. Move to a safe location if possible, call emergency services, and seek medical care even if your injuries seem minor. 📸 Take photos of the vehicles, road conditions, skid marks, traffic signals, and visible injuries. Gather contact and insurance information from everyone involved, and ask witnesses for their details if they are willing to help.

A police report can become an important part of an injury claim. Waiting too long for medical treatment or accepting a quick settlement before you understand the full impact of your injuries can make recovery more difficult. 💼 Some injuries, including whiplash, concussions, and internal trauma, may not appear immediately.

Best and Brock helps injured people in Chattanooga understand their rights after a collision in Tennessee. Our team works to protect important evidence and address insurance issues while you focus on your recovery. ❤️

Read the full breakdown and learn what steps can help protect your claim: https://www.bestlawhb.com/summer-road-trip-car-accident-claims-tennessee-protect-rights/

Summer road trips in Tennessee raise crash risks. Learn how to protect your injury claim after a car accident and avoid costly mistakes.

07/28/2026

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