19+ Years
Legal Experience
About William J. Rieder
With a robust legal career spanning over 18 years, William J. Rieder has cultivated a diverse practice at the Hamilton Firm in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Initially, he dedicated his career to defending insurance companies and their insureds. Since 2007, he has adeptly represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants in various civil litigation cases.
Early in his career, William focused on Professional Negligence and Tort Liability claims. He successfully defended healthcare providers, including Physicians, Practice Groups, and Hospitals, as well as Attorneys in professional negligence cases. In tort liability, he managed cases involving motor vehicle accidents, trucking negligence, premises liability for hospitals and apartment complexes, and general liability claims for businesses, achieving numerous summary dismissals and favorable defense verdicts at trial.
As his practice evolved, William expanded into complex business litigation, representing clients in high-stakes cases. He has also advocated for Plaintiffs in personal injury and sexual assault claims against multinational corporations, securing settlements and trial judgments, including a notable judgment exceeding $4,000,000.00.
William's dual experience representing both sides of litigation equips him with a comprehensive skill set and a unique perspective on legal challenges. In 2018, he further broadened his practice to include Mediation, aiding in the resolution of disputes in personal injury, estate matters, and complex business litigation.
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Practice Areas
Tennessee Car Accident Laws
Understanding Tennessee's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
1 year
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (50%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$15K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does William J. Rieder specialize in?
William J. Rieder specializes in civil litigation, professional negligence, tort liability, and mediation.
Where does William J. Rieder practice law?
William J. Rieder practices law in Chattanooga, Tennessee, at the Hamilton Firm.
What notable achievements has William J. Rieder accomplished?
William J. Rieder has secured settlements and trial judgments, including one exceeding $4,000,000.00, in personal injury and sexual assault cases.
What is William J. Rieder's approach to mediation?
William J. Rieder uses his extensive litigation experience to help resolve disputes in personal injury, estate matters, and complex business litigation.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact William J. Rieder for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact William for a free case review
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