Atlanta, GA – Car Accident on I-285 Near Washington Rd
Atlanta, GA (April 30, 2021) – Before 4 p.m. on the afternoon of Friday, April 30, a car accident took place on a highway in Atlanta.
According to Fulton County officials, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of I-285 around the area of Washington Road. Several vehicles collided with each other in the area due to unknown reasons, which led to extensive damages.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries. Their conditions are not yet known.
Two left lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for a period of time.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
In just one year’s time, approximately 116,000 people were injured in serious car accidents due to the negligence of others throughout the state of Georgia. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye in many different areas including parking lots and intersections. Highways are another common place for serious accidents. These accidents take place in the blink of an eye due to many different reasons including distracted driving, drink driving, speeding, and more. If you have been injured in a car accident and you are unsure about where you can turn, you should seek the dedicated help of an accident attorney.
The aftermath of a Georgia car accident can have a huge and lasting impact on every aspect of your life. Injured victims typically have a wide array of questions that they cannot answer on their own. For instance, what deadlines are you required to meet when it comes to your claim? What types of evidence will you need to gather against another party to prove that they are liable for your accident? Will your claim be settled or will it go all the way to trial? These are questions that you will be able to answer when you speak with a Georgia personal injury attorney.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our skilled and dedicated accident attorneys are here for you after an accident that is not your fault. We believe that you have many options under Georgia law and will stand by your side every step of the way. We will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects. If you have been hurt in a collision and wonder where you can turn, please contact a Georgia accident attorney at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you.
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Disclaimer: At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC Attorneys at Law, we are always looking to improve the quality and safety of our state and have been saddened by the outcome of many accidents across Georgia. We hope to inform those in our community about these accidents in the hopes that they will work to avoid serious Georgia accidents in the future. These posts are not to be taken as a solicitation for business. The information within should never be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We hope that all involved in these accidents will receive a speedy recovery.