Seven Hurt in School Bus Crash on Hwy 59 in Covington, TN

Covington, TN (October 8, 2026) – Seven adults were injured in a five-vehicle wreck involving a Tipton County Schools bus on Highway 59 South near the Covington Country Club on Wednesday, October 7. 

According to the Covington Police Department, a vehicle stopped to turn into the golf course, with several vehicles waiting behind it. Police said the school bus struck one of the stopped vehicles, triggering a chain-reaction crash involving the other vehicles.

All seven injured adults were transported to Regional One Health in Memphis. One was in critical condition, while the other six were stable. No students were aboard the school bus, and no children were injured.

Tipton County Schools personnel assisted there. Highway 59 South remained blocked while emergency crews worked, and motorists were asked to avoid the roadway.

The Covington Police Department and Tennessee Highway Patrol are investigating what led to the collision.

We wish everyone injured a full and steady recovery.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Covington, TN?

After a multi-vehicle crash in Covington, one or more drivers may be held liable if their negligence contributed to the collision. Other parties may also share responsibility, depending on the circumstances.

When several vehicles collide, speeding, distracted driving, following too closely, or unsafe lane changes may establish liability. Each driver’s actions must be examined to determine whether they contributed to the crash or the resulting injuries.

To establish what happened, you can gather police reports, crash photographs, vehicle damage records, traffic camera footage, and witness statements. These materials can help clarify the sequence of collisions and identify the parties responsible for your injuries.

After fault is determined, you may seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, property damage, and pain and suffering. The amount available depends on your injuries, financial losses, and other consequences of the crash.

If you share responsibility, Tennessee law generally allows you to recover damages when your share of fault is less than 50%. Your recovery is reduced by your assigned percentage of fault, which can affect your final settlement.

In most cases, Tennessee law gives you one year from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline may prevent you from recovering damages, even when another driver was responsible.

As the claim moves forward, a bus accident lawyer can review what each driver did, check your insurance coverage, and determine the extent of your losses. An attorney can also handle discussions with insurance companies and help resolve disagreements over who was responsible for the crash.

At Fox & Farmer, we help people injured in multi-vehicle crashes across Tennessee understand their legal options. We give your case personal attention and help you make informed decisions about how to move forward.

If you were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Covington, you can reach Fox & Farmer at (865) 531-9400. We can discuss your situation, answer your questions, and help you understand what steps to take next.

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