Atlanta, GA – Injury Accident in WB Lanes of I-20 Near Holmes Dr
Atlanta, GA (September 18, 2022) – Around 12:18 a.m. on the morning of Sunday, September 18, a car accident with injuries occurred in Atlanta.
According to Fulton County officials, the accident happened in the westbound lanes of I-20 around the area of Holmes Drive. Police confirmed that several vehicles were traveling in the area when, for reasons that are not entirely known, they became involved in a chain-reaction crash. The involved vehicles were badly damaged and had to be removed from the scene by tow trucks.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those with injuries. One or more parties were hurt as a result of the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not yet known.
Due to the severity of the accident, a red alert was issued in the area. Police urged those in the area to use Highway 78 as an alternate route as they worked to clear the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.
We offer our warmest sympathies to the parties who have been hurt in this accident. We hope for their full recoveries at this time.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Each year, the number of car accidents on our roads in Georgia continues to grow. The Georgia Department of Transportation estimated that, in 2020, over 331,000 car accidents happened within the state. Out of these accidents, over 125,000 people were seriously injured in collisions due to the reckless acts of others. Finding yourself in such a desperate situation can be difficult to face entirely on your own. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you will have to show that another party is to blame for your accident. Because this is not always easy to do, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust in your time of need.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a scary and confusing time in your life. If you have been hurt in a collision, you should speak with a skilled Atlanta car accident attorney as soon as possible. An attorney will be able to help you when it comes to many aspects of your claim and help you show that the following aspects are present in your case:
- A driver owed a duty of care to other drivers on our roads
- The driver breached the duty of care
- The breach in duty led to the accident
- The accident led to extensive damages
If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, speaking with an Atlanta personal injury lawyer can help you get back on your feet.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, we are here for you and your family after a car accident that has altered your life in many ways. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Our attorneys will assist you as you work toward the compensation that you deserve to get back on your feet. Please contact a car accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options you have during these challenging times.
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.
