Patterson Bray PLLC, a Brentwood-based law firm, is alerting drivers about the elevated risk of car accidents on Interstate 65 during the summer travel season. The firm notes that the combination of vacation traffic, road construction, and heavy commercial truck volume makes I-65 one of the most dangerous corridors in Middle Tennessee from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
I-65 runs through Brentwood and Williamson County, serving as a vital route for commuters, tourists heading to Nashville, and travelers passing through to other parts of the Southeast. Summer brings a significant increase in traffic volume, which correlates with a rise in serious collisions, multi-vehicle pileups, and rear-end crashes, particularly in construction zones.
Chris Patterson, Managing Partner at Patterson Bray PLLC, stated, "Summer is one of the most dangerous times to be on I-65. We see a pattern every year: more out-of-town drivers unfamiliar with the roadway, more construction detours, more distracted driving, and unfortunately, more personal injury cases on our desks."
The summer surge in accidents stems from several overlapping factors. Family road trips and tourism push congestion to its peak, especially on Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings. Active TDOT construction zones with sudden lane shifts and stop-and-go conditions make rear-end crashes almost predictable. Distracted driving also increases during vacation season as travelers use GPS apps, phones, and manage restless passengers. Heavier truck traffic and long-distance driver fatigue further elevate the risk, making even careful drivers vulnerable.
Tennessee's modified comparative fault rule allows injured drivers to recover compensation as long as they are less than 50% at fault, but the state's one-year statute of limitations gives claimants a narrow window to take action. Patterson Bray PLLC offers free consultations for those injured in motor vehicle accidents in Brentwood and surrounding communities. The firm's attorneys handle every aspect of a claim, allowing clients to focus on recovery.
For more information, visit the firm's website or call to schedule a free consultation with one of their Brentwood car accident lawyers.
