Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Two Vehicle Crash Occurs in Crossville
Crossville, TN (December 22, 2020) A two vehicle crash occurred on December 22nd on Old Lantana Road between Main Street and West Avenue. As a result of the crash, motorists are advised to exercise caution while passing through the area. Additional details about the collision including whether anyone was injured or killed, what vehicles… Read More »
McMinn County Crash Temporarily Shuts Down Interstate 75
McMinn County, TN (December 22, 2020) The Tennessee Highway Patrol reports that a driver was heading south on Interstate 75 in McMinn County. Fortunately, no one was injured in the crash which occurred shortly before 4 a.m. on December 22nd and involved four tractor-trailers. Substantial property damage, however, is reported to have occurred. As… Read More »
Single Vehicle Accident Occurs in Cumberland County
Cumberland County, TN (December 21, 2020) The Tennessee Highway Patrol responded to a single vehicle crash on December 21st that occurred on Highway 127 North in Cumberland County close to Ed Houston Road. The report provided by law enforcement states that the driver of a Chevy Camaro was traveling south when the driver glanced… Read More »
Why Do We Need Class Action Lawsuits?
To the general public, class action lawsuits are shrouded in mystery. The news reports on when some of them are filed. Some don’t seem to make much sense. Often, there are reports of large verdicts or settlements. But what are class action lawsuits, and why do we need them to help us file lawsuits… Read More »
Capsized Boat in Tennessee River Sparks Concern
Knoxville, TN (December 19, 2020) The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency asked for the public’s help on December 19th after an overturned boat was discovered in the Tennessee River north of Knoxville. The request comes after a motorist who was crossing the South Knoxville Bridge saw the capsized boat and called 911. The vessel was… Read More »
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 »