Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Putnam County Crash Results in Serious Injuries
Putnam County, TN (November 18, 2020) A car crash on Highway 111 occurred in Putnam County on the morning of November 18th that resulted in multiple injuries. Law enforcement reports that the driver of a Dodge was broken down in the left lane of the Highway. When the driver got out of the vehicle… Read More »
Crash Knocks Out Power in Crossville
Crossville, TN (November 16, 2020) A single vehicle crash occurred on November 16th on Genesis Road close to Wayne Avenue that left several thousand people in the dark for a short period of time. An accident report released by the Crossville Police Department states that a vehicle left Genesis Road for an unknown reason,… Read More »
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 »