Atlanta, GA – Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Injuries on I-285 at Hollowell Pkwy/Hwy 278
Atlanta, GA (April 1, 2021) – On Thursday evening, April 1, a car accident took place on a major highway in Atlanta that led to at least one injured victim.
The accident, according to police, happened around 10:30 p.m. when two or more vehicles collided on northbound Interstate 285 at the Hollowell Parkway (Highway 278) for reasons that are not yet known. Numerous vehicles sustained damage in the accident, though it’s unclear how the accident was caused.
Paramedics, fire crews, and multiple other responders were immediately dispatched to assist at the scene of the accident. Medical personnel found that one or more victims were injured as a result of the accident. The injured parties were treated at the scene or hospitalized as a result.
Several lanes were blocked in the area until officers with the Atlanta Police Department were able to clear the scene. Police urged those traveling through the area to use alternate routes.
No further details have been provided. The investigation into the collision continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Injury Car Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents happen every hour of the day in Georgia, some of which are more severe than others. In just one hour’s time, in fact, approximately 70 car accidents happen due to the negligence of others. These accidents happen due to many different reasons including driver distractions, drunk driving, speeding, fatigue, and more. Nobody should ever have to worry about how they will afford to pay the bills that pile up following an accident that is not their fault. It is important that you have legal help on your side every step of the way.
Hundreds of thousands of victims face the reality of car accidents on Georgia roads in just one year’s time. These accidents cause many different types of common injuries including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, broken bones, organ damage, and more. These injuries can be minor or severe in nature, with many of them leading to hospitalizations. The aftermath of a car accident can bring many expenses that you are not fully prepared for. With the help of a Georgia car accident attorney on your side, you may be able to obtain the reimbursement you deserve for a wide array of losses so that it is easier to move forward.
Because the aftermath of a collision can impact you in many ways, our Georgia personal injury attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to assist you through these difficult times. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling and want you to know that you are not alone during these times that matter the most. If you have been injured, you should always have the help of a legal advocate by your side who has handled these cases in the past and is familiar with Georgia accident laws. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out what we can do for 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.