Atlanta, GA – Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-20 Near Capitol Ave
Atlanta, GA (July 16, 2021) – At 1:57 a.m. on the morning of Friday, July 16, a multi-vehicle crash occurred in Atlanta.
According to Fulton County officials, the accident happened in the eastbound lanes of I-20 around the area of Capitol Avenue. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles involved in the crash were extensively damaged.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Their conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was blocked in the area for a period of time, which led to delays for some time.
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
Hundreds of thousands of car accidents happen in the state of Georgia every year, with a large percentage taking place on major highways. In just one recent year’s time, over 116,000 people were injured in these accidents. Car accidents take place in the blink of an eye due to many different reasons including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. The injuries that stem from these accidents can be life-altering in nature, causing victims to spend time in the hospital or away from the workplace. As you are working on your physical recovery after an accident, you may wonder how you can hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you so that you can also move forward financially. It is never easy to face the aftermath of an accident on your own, which is why you should have the dedicated help of a legal advocate.
Many victims of car accidents will feel alone and confused after an accident, which is why they should speak with a dedicated Georgia car accident attorney that they can trust. Many individuals have a variety of questions that they cannot answer on their own after an accident. For instance, what deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to your case? What evidence will you need to gather to prove that another party is to blame for your collision? What should you say when you speak with the insurance company involved in your case? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a skilled Georgia personal injury attorney. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in car accidents at www.attorneykennugent.com.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here for you after you have been injured in a collision that is not your fault. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. We will stand by your side as you work toward compensation for a wide array of financial aspects. If you have been injured in a crash and wonder where you can turn, please contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you.
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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. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
