One Dead, One Hurt After Crash on I-65 in Williamson Co., TN

Williamson County, TN (October 19, 2026) – A 22-year-old woman died early Saturday, October 17, after a crash on southbound Interstate 65 near mile marker 59 and Interstate 840 at around 4:19 a.m.

According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a 2017 Hyundai Elantra struck a divider wall and crossed the roadway. The Hyundai Elantra driver died from their injuries.

A 2017 Toyota Camry then hit the Hyundai. The Camry's 59-year-old driver was injured, though the extent of those injuries was not released. 

The investigation of the accident continues to be investigated. 

We extend our sincere condolences to the deceased driver’s family and wish the injured driver a strong recovery. 

How Medical Bills Get Paid After an Accident in Williamson County, TN

After a car accident, medical bills tend to arrive long before anyone decides who was at fault. Tennessee is an at-fault state, so the responsible driver's liability insurance is generally expected to pay, but that process can take months. 

In the meantime, treatment costs usually go to health insurance first or to the injured person's own medical payments coverage if the policy includes it. Families commonly cover co-pays and deductibles while a claim is still open.

Several sources may eventually pay. Tennessee requires drivers to carry at least $25,000 in liability coverage for injury to one person and $50,000 for injury to more than one, and those limits can run out quickly with serious treatment. 

Medical payments coverage, if purchased, can pay regardless of fault. Additionally, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage may apply when the other driver has no insurance or too little. 

Repayment is the part many people do not expect. A health insurer or a hospital may seek reimbursement from a settlement, and Tennessee law allows hospitals to file liens in certain circumstances.

Reimbursement terms differ by plan, so the amount owed back can change what a person actually keeps. To make the process easier, a car accident lawyer can review which policies apply and ask insurers to explain their reimbursement claims. 

Sorting out who ultimately pays for treatment is easier when the policies and bills are reviewed together. At Fox & Farmer, we can explain how Tennessee coverage rules and reimbursement claims may apply to your specific situation. 

To learn more, call Fox & Farmer at 423-531-9400 and ask any questions you may have about your options. We are here to clear all your doubts. 

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