Monthly Archives: November 2020
Cumberland County Police Vehicle Struck by Drunk Driver
Cumberland County, TN (November 17, 2020) Cumberland County law enforcement was nearly struck by a vehicle and had to perform an evasive maneuver after a vehicle came straight at the law enforcement cruiser on November 17th on Dogwood Road. A pursuit began with the driver reaching speeds greater than 95 miles per hour. The… Read More »
When Can a Tennessee Judge Impose Sanctions Against a Person Who Brings a Medical Malpractice Case?
Tennessee law is often quite hostile to victims of medical malpractice. Unlike other personal injury plaintiffs, malpractice victims must file a “certificate of good faith” prepared by a qualified medical professional. This certificate basically provides an expert opinion that the plaintiff has a legitimate basis to bring their malpractice case. In the absence of… Read More »
Car Crash Occurs at Crossville Intersection
Crossville, TN (November 17, 2020) A car crash occurred on the afternoon of November 17th at the intersection of Braun and Webb Avenue in Crossville. Motorists who are passing through the area are advised to exercise caution. Additional details about the collision including whether anyone was injured or killed, the names of the parties… Read More »
Crash Happens on Rural Road in Cumberland County
Cumberland County, TN (November 17, 2020) A car crash occurred on the 700 block of Dunbar Road on the morning of November 17th. Drivers are advised to exercise caution while passing through the area. A report of the crash has not yet been released, but Dunbar Road is located in a rural area. It… Read More »
Fatal Jellico Collision Involves Brother and Sister
Jellico, TN (November 16, 2020) A tragic accident that involved the deaths of motorists occurred on Interstate 75 late in the afternoon of November 16th. As a result of the accident, the southbound side of Interstate 75 at mile marker 150 was shut down for approximately three hours as agencies cleaned up the wreckage…. Read More »
What Happens When an Insurance Company Refuses to Pay Following a Fatal Accident?
Following a serious motor vehicle accident, you may not only find yourself fighting the negligent driver who caused the wreck, but also your own insurance companies. While you might think that your insurer is there to protect you, in reality these companies are only looking to protect their own bottom line. This means they… Read More »
Tractor-Trailer Crash Occurs on Highway 70
Cumberland County, TN (November 16, 2020) A tractor-trailer overturned early in the morning of November 16th close to Royal Oak on Highway 70 while the vehicle was headed towards Monterey. Fortunately, traffic was not blocked as a result of the accident. Additional details about the crash including what caused the vehicle to overturn and… Read More »
One Injured After Multiple Vehicle Crash on Interstate 26
Washington County, TN (November 16, 2020) One person was transported to the hospital with injuries following a crash that occurred on Interstate 26 in Washington County. While the crash led to the blockage of both lanes, Interstate 26 has since fully reopened. Washington County Emergency Communications first reported the accident at 5:56 a.m. close… Read More »
Fatality and Injury Occur Following Head-On Collision in Knox County
Knox County, TN (November 15, 2020) One man was killed while another was injured following a head-on collision between a motorcycle and car that occurred on Norris Freeway in Knox County on November 15th. Based on early reports the driver of a Saturn L32 was traveling north on Norris Freeway while the driver of… Read More »
Tractor Trailer Accidents Occur on Interstate 40
Cumberland County, TN (November 14, 2020) A tractor-trailer hauling diesel fuel lost control early in the morning on November 14th and overturned on Interstate 40 in Cumberland County. The truck’s driver was fortunately able to avoid injuries. The damage to the tractor-trailer was extensive, however, and the wreckage needed to be towed. Emergency crews… Read More »
