Atlanta, GA – Multi-Vehicle Collision on I-85 Near Flat Shoals Rd
Atlanta, GA (September 22, 2021) – At 12:44 p.m. on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 22, a multi-vehicle collision occurred on a highway in Atlanta.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 around the area of Flat Shoals Road. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged and had to be removed from the scene.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims, who have not yet been identified, were taken to local hospitals for treatment. Their conditions are not known at this time.
All lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for an extended period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
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 throughout the state of Georgia. In just one hour’s time, over 70 car accidents took place due to the recklessness of others. These accidents happen in many different areas but highways are some of the most common places for accidents. Car accidents happen due to many different reasons on our highways. These include the following reasons:
- Distracted driving
- Intoxicated or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Drowsy driving
If you have sustained injuries in a car accident that you believe was caused by another party, you will have to show that the accident was their fault. The aftermath of a car accident can impact your life in many ways, which is why you should have a dedicated attorney on your side.
Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a car accident on their own. If you have sustained injuries in a collision, you should have an Atlanta car accident attorney on your side. This is especially true if the injuries were incredibly severe. These injuries include spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, organ damage, fractures, and more. If you have been injured in a car accident, you may spend time in the hospital for days, weeks, or months at a time. On top of this, you may miss out on time in the workplace until you physically recover. You should be prepared to speak with an Atlanta personal injury lawyer that you can trust in your time of need.
Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys
If you have been hurt in a car accident, our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be and offer our help and resources in your time of need. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for a wide array of aspects. We will help you work toward compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and so much more. You have options and should never have to stand alone. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 for the help you deserve.
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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.