Atlanta, GA – Injuries Reported in Car Crash in SB Lanes of I-75
Atlanta, GA (December 9, 2021) – At 5:59 p.m. on the evening of Thursday, December 9, a car crash with injuries occurred in Atlanta.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-75 around the area of exit 249, Courtland Street. Two or more vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals, though their conditions are not yet known.
One left lane of traffic was blocked in the area for an extended period of time as police worked to clear the scene.
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
Car accidents happen every hour of the day within the state of Georgia. In just one hour’s time, it is estimated that approximately 70 car crashes occur due to the outright reckless acts of others. These accidents happen in many different areas but highways are some of the most common places. These accidents happen on highways every year due to many different reasons, including the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
If you have been hurt in a car accident caused by another party, it is up to you to show that another party is at fault for your accident. You should always be prepared to have the help of an attorney on your side during these difficult times.
Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a car accident on their own. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you should have the assistance of an Atlanta car accident attorney on your side. An attorney will be able to help you when it comes to many aspects of your claim. Many people who have sustained serious injuries in a car accident will have a long path before them when it comes to recovery and bills. If you have sustained injuries in a collision, you should speak with an Atlanta personal injury lawyer that you can rely on.
Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys
Our knowledgeable accident attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you move forward after you have been injured in a collision that is not your fault. We will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of financial aspects. These include medical bills, lost income, therapy costs, pain and suffering, and more. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you.
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.