Atlanta, GA – Lanes Blocked After Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-85
Atlanta, GA (April 18, 2021) – At 7:26 p.m. on the evening of Saturday, April 17, a multi-vehicle crash with injuries occurred on a highway in Atlanta.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of I-85 around the area of Cleveland Avenue. Multiple vehicles collided in the area for reasons that are not yet fully known, which led to damages.
Paramedics and numerous other local responders were dispatched to the scene. One or more victims were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Due to the severity of the accident, a red alert was issued and all lanes were blocked for some time. This led to delays until police cleared the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Every hour of the day, severe accidents occur in the state of Georgia. In just one hour’s time, in fact, it is estimated that approximately 70 car accidents took place due to the recklessness of others. These accidents occur in the blink of an eye, though they can be prevented most of the time when drivers pay close attention to the roads around them. The most common types of accidents that happen on our roads take place due to driver distractions, drunk driving, speeding, drowsy driving, and more. If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, it is essential that you seek the help of an accident attorney.
Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a Georgia car accident that is not their fault. This is especially true if you have suffered from extensive injuries including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, burns, and more. These injuries are sometimes so severe that they can land victims in the hospital for weeks or even months at a time. On top of this, you may not be able to return to work right off the bat as you attempt to get back on your feet. Injured victims are urged to seek immediate legal help as soon as possible. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in Georgia car accidents at www.attorneykennugent.com.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after you have been hurt in a collision that is not your fault. We understand how traumatic the aftermath of a car accident can be and offer our support and resources to you. Our attorneys will stand by your side as you work toward justice and compensation for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you at this time.
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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.
