Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Dump Truck Driver Injured in Putnam County Accident
Putnam County, TN (September 22, 2020) A single vehicle accident occurred on Highway 70 North in Putnam County late in the morning of September 22 that left one driver injured. Law enforcement reports that a dump truck traveling west exited the right side of the road and came back onto the asphalt, which caused… Read More »
TN Court of Appeals Declines to Hear Partial Appeal in Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death Case
Medical malpractice lawsuits often involve multiple defendants, including doctors, hospitals, and even nurses. Sorting out the legal arguments against each specific party is a complex undertaking. And judicial decisions involving some of the defendants may end up affecting a victim’s case against the other parties. A July 31 decision from the Tennessee Court of… Read More »
Pedestrian Hit by Vehicle on Interstate 75
Bradley County, TN (September 22, 2020) The Tennessee Highway Patrol reports that a pedestrian was injured after he was hit by a car on September 22nd close to the 37 mile marker on Interstate 75 in Bradley County. Law enforcement states that the driver was exiting the interstate and the pedestrian stumbled out of… Read More »
Person Injured After Vehicle Drives Through Knoxville Burger King
Knoxville, TN (September 20, 2020) One person in South Knoxville was injured on September 20th after a truck drove througha Burger King. The Seymour Volunteer Fire Department reports that the accident occurred around 5:00 p.m. and that the truck narrowly avoided colliding with the drive-thru window. The extent of the injuries as well as… Read More »
Motorcycle Accident Occurs in Crossville
Crossville, TN (September 20, 2020) A motorcyclist was injured after an accident occurred in Crossville on September 20th. Emergency medical workers responded to the corner of North Main Street and Interstate Drive to discover a Suzuki motorcycle had collided with a Chevy Equinox. The motorcycle rider told police that the sun had gone into… Read More »
Car Crashes Into Brainerd Pharmacy
Chattanooga, TN (September 21, 2020) A woman was injured on the morning of September 21st when her vehicle crashedthrough Brainerd Pharmacy. Emergency workers arrived at the scene to find the vehicle inside of the door and promptly began the extraction effort. Additional details about the accident including its cause and whether injuries were incurred… Read More »
Car Crash Occurs in Crab Orchard
Cumberland County, TN (September 18, 2020) A car crash occurred on the afternoon of September 18th on Highway 70 East next to the Dollar General in Crab Orchard. As a result of the collision, motorists traveling through the area were advised to exercise caution. Additional details about the crash including whether anyone was injured… Read More »
Vehicle Crashes Into Bristol Building
Bristol, TN (September 18, 2020) A man in Bristol was injured on September 18th after the man’s vehicle crashed through an empty State Street building. The Bristol Tennessee Fire Department has commented that the driver was traveling south on Piedmont Avenue when he experienced a sudden medical emergency that led to him losing control… Read More »
Truck Collides with Bridge in Cumberland County
Cumberland County, TN (September 18, 2020) A large truck struck a bridge on Interstate 40 eastbound close to the 329 exit on September 18th. Due to the crash and blockage of the right lane, eastbound traffic was temporarily slowed. Law enforcement estimated that the accident would be cleared the evening of the 18th. Additional… Read More »
Clarksville Driver Crashes Into Pole Following Shooting
Clarksville, TN (September 16, 2020) A person was shot inside a vehicle in downtown Clarksville on the night of September 16th. Around 9:20 p.m., law enforcement responded to College Street near Poston Street when they found a Dodge Charger that had crashed into a utility pole. An individual inside the car was then determined… Read More »