Patterson Bray PLLC, a Brentwood-based law firm, is warning drivers about the rising risks of car accidents on Interstate 65 during the summer travel season. With vacation traffic, road construction, and increased commercial truck volume converging on one of Tennessee's busiest corridors, the firm emphasizes the need for extra caution between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
I-65 cuts directly through Brentwood and Williamson County, serving as a primary route for commuters, tourists heading to Nashville, and travelers passing through to destinations across the Southeast. Summer brings a measurable spike in traffic volume, leading to a corresponding rise in serious collisions, multi-vehicle pileups, and rear-end crashes in construction zones.
“Summer is one of the most dangerous times to be on I-65,” said Chris Patterson, Managing Partner at Patterson Bray PLLC. “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 collisions stems from several overlapping factors. Family road trips and tourism traffic push congestion to its peak, especially on Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings. Combined with active TDOT construction zones—with sudden lane shifts and stop-and-go conditions—rear-end crashes become almost predictable. Distracted driving also climbs during vacation season, as travelers juggle GPS apps, phones, and restless passengers. Heavier truck traffic and long-distance driver fatigue further increase the risk, making even experienced drivers vulnerable.
For those involved in an accident, 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 provides a narrow window to take action. The firm offers free consultations for anyone injured in motor vehicle accidents throughout Brentwood and surrounding communities. Patterson Bray PLLC's attorneys handle every aspect of a claim, allowing clients to focus on recovery.
For more information, visit their website or call the firm to schedule a free consultation with one of their Brentwood car accident lawyers.
