Monthly Archives: December 2020
Airbags: Dangerous and Necessary
Few would imagine that a piece of technology meant to protect you and even save your life in the case of an auto accident could itself be a danger. But unfortunately that is the reality; while airbags, devices that can save lives when deployed properly, can also prove to be highly dangerous in some… Read More »
Crash Occurs on Interstate 40 in Cumberland County
Cumberland County, TN (December 20, 2020) A tractor-trailer crash occurred on December 20th at the 321.8 mile marker westbound. As a result of the crash, traffic was temporarily backed up and the Tennessee Department of Transportation is currently working to have the tractor-trailer towed. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while passing through the… Read More »
Head-On Collision Occurs in Cumberland County
Cumberland County, TN (December 19, 2020) A crash occurred on December 19th on Highway 127 North in Cumberland County a short distance north of the Woody community that left two injured and killed another. Law enforcement states that the driver of a Lincoln Towncar crossed over the centerline and ended up colliding head-on with… Read More »
Serious Crash Occurs Close to Chickamauga Avenue
Knoxville, TN (December 17, 2020) The Knoxville Police Department reports that a serious car crash occurred on December 17th on Broadway close to Chickamauga Avenue. Due to the accident, all lanes of Broadway were temporarily closed and motorists were advised by law enforcement to seek alternate routes. It remains uncertain whether anyone was injured… Read More »
Tractor-Trailer Spills Liquid Fertilizer in Knoxville
Knoxville, TN (December 17, 2020) The ramp from Interstate 640 West to Interstate 75 north was closed on the morning of December 17th following a tractor-trailer crash. The Tennessee Department of Transportation reports that as a result of the accident, several hundred gallons of liquid fertilizer were spilled onto the road. It still remains… Read More »
Two Vehicle Crash Occurs on Highway 70
Cumberland County, TN (December 16, 2020) A two vehicle crash is reported to have occurred on December 16th on the 1,100 block of Highway 70 East. Motorists passing through the area are advised to exercise caution. Details about the crash are pending and it still remains uncertain whether anyone was injured or killed in… Read More »
Two People Hospitalized After West Knoxville Crash
Knoxville, TN (December 16, 2020) The Knoxville Police Department reports that two individuals were hospitalized on the morning of December 16th following a crash at the West Knoxville Cracker Barrel. Law enforcement reports that a pickup truck crashed into a camper that was parked in the restaurant’s parking lot on Park West Boulevard. The… Read More »
Vehicle Catches Fire on Interstate 40
Putnam County, TN (December 16, 2020) The Tennessee Highway Patrol as well as medical workers responded to the scene of a multiple-vehicle accident around 8 a.m. on December 16th at the 293 mile marker of Interstate 40. Law enforcement reports that the driver of a Mercedes sedan was traveling west when the vehicle hydroplaned,… Read More »
Drivers Injured After Sequatchie County Crash
Cagle Mountain, TN (December 14, 2020) Dunlap firefighters and medical workers responded on December 15th to Highway 111/8 at the side of Cagle Mountain in response to a motor vehicle crash. The driver of the sports utility vehicle involved in the accident required extrication from the vehicle and was then transported to a nearby… Read More »
What is Negligent Security?
When a crime is committed, we often assume that the criminal system is the only way that a victim can receive some sort of reparation, restitution, or payment. You may be surprised to learn that the civil system can also be used to help victims when a crime was committed, especially when the crime… Read More »
