Q: I hit someone in the rear because he slammed on his brakes. The driver of the car I hit was wasted drunk. Still my fault
A: Yes, it could potentially still be your fault because you are required when operating a motor vehicle to maintain control of your vehicle. In the situation you described you should have left enough room in between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to allow yourself ample time to stop. However, every case is different. I suggest reaching out to a personal injury attorney to have your case properly evaluated. An attorney will look at all of the facts surrounding the accident.
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A: TN has Comparative Fault Liability for Torts. So you may want to go after the other driver, and definitely want to be able to defend yourself, probably with a Counter-Claim. Consult with a competent lawyer.
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