Atlanta, GA – Chain-Reaction Collision on I-75 Near Cumberland Blvd
Atlanta, GA (January 6, 2022) – At 3:41 p.m. on the afternoon of Thursday, January 6, a serious chain-reaction collision occurred in Atlanta.
Atlanta officials confirmed that the accident occurred in the northbound lanes of I-75 around the area of exit 258, Cumberland Boulevard. Four or more vehicles were traveling in the area when one lost control, slamming into another. This led to a chain reaction that damaged several involved vehicles at the scene.
Numerous responders, including paramedics and Cobb County fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help. One or more victims sustained injuries in the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment of unknown injuries.
Due to the severity of the collision, one lane of traffic was blocked as police worked to clear the scene.
No further details concerning the accident have been released. The investigation into the accident remains ongoing at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents occur every hour of the day throughout the state of Georgia. In fact, hundreds of thousands of preventable car accidents happen every year within the state. These accidents can happen anywhere but highways are known for being some of the most common places for these collisions.
In one recent year, it is estimated that over 116,000 people sustained injuries as a result of car accidents in the state. Being hurt in a car accident can be one of the most traumatic things that you have ever personally endured. Taking certain precautions after your accident can put you in a better position as you move forward with a claim. There are many things that you need to know if you want to be successful moving forward with a case. This is why you should have the help of an attorney on your side.
Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a serious collision on their own. If you have been hurt in a life-altering collision, you may have questions that you can only answer with the help of an Atlanta car accident lawyer on your side. For instance, what evidence do you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? What deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to moving forward with a successful claim? What should you say when you speak with the insurance company involved in your claim for the first time? These are questions that you can only answer with the assistance of an Atlanta personal injury attorney on your side.
Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys
Being hurt in a car accident can affect your life in many ways, which is why our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you. Our attorneys are dedicated to standing by your side every step of the way as you navigate the legal system. You should never delay when it comes to moving forward with a claim after a car accident. Please contact an accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you when you need it the most.
Note: We have constructed this post using outside sources, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts from outside sources. The details concerning this accident have not been independently verified and so, if you have identified false information, please inform us immediately. We will adjust the post to reflect accurate content.
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.
