Wreck Kills One, Hurts Another on W Green Hill Rd in Warren Co., TN

Warren County, TN (October 21, 2026) – A crash on West Green Hill Road in Warren County killed a 19-year-old passenger and injured a 17-year-old driver early Monday, October 19. The collision happened around 12:12 a.m.

According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the teenager was driving a 2015 Infiniti Q50 westbound when the car left the right shoulder and hit a tree. The crash claimed the passenger’s life and left the teenage driver injured.

Charges are pending following the wreck.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

We extend our sincere condolences to the passenger’s family and loved ones. We also wish the injured driver a full and steady recovery.

How Long Do Families Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Warren County, TN?

In Warren County and throughout Tennessee, families generally have one year from the date of their loved one’s death to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Tennessee. This one-year period applies to most wrongful death cases, including those arising from fatal car crashes.

Under Tennessee law, the surviving spouse generally has the first right to file a wrongful death claim. If there is no spouse, the children or other next of kin may file. The estate’s personal representative may also bring the claim.

Depending on your family’s losses, a wrongful death claim may cover funeral expenses, medical bills from before your loved one’s death, and income they would have earned. You may seek damages for the loss of their love, care, and companionship.

To support your family’s claim, gather the police report, death certificate, medical and funeral bills, and proof of your loved one’s income. Keeping these documents can make it easier to explain your family’s losses and help the claim move forward.

If the one-year deadline is missed, your family may lose the chance to seek compensation through the courts. This is why it is important to take action before the deadline.

If an insurer offers less than your family’s losses may be worth, a wrongful death lawyer in Tennessee can gather evidence to show the full impact of your loss. An attorney can also handle the paperwork and deadlines as the claim moves forward.

Our team at Fox & Farmer helps families throughout Tennessee after fatal crashes. We answer your questions with care and walk you through each step of the claims process.

If you lost a loved one in a crash in Warren County, call Fox & Farmer at (423) 531-9400. We’ll listen to your concerns and explain what options may be available to your family.

Note: This post is based on information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Fox & Farmer has not independently verified all details of the incident reported. If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please contact Fox & Farmer so we can promptly review and update the content.

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