Atlanta, GA – Multiple Parties Injured in Chain-Reaction Crash on I-285
Atlanta, GA (July 1, 2022) – Several parties were injured in a chain-reaction collision that took place on a highway in Atlanta on Friday afternoon, July 1.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of I-285 around the area of Chamblee Tucker Road. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when they were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The involved vehicles were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Several Atlanta responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Several parties sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The injured parties were treated at the scene and then rushed to local hospitals for further treatment.
Due to the severity of the accident, all lanes of traffic were blocked in the area at Chamblee Tucker Road. Drivers were told to use alternate routes until the scene was cleared.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
Our thoughts go out to the parties injured as a result of this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents have been increasing on our roads in Georgia over recent years. In just 2020 alone, the Georgia Department of Transportation estimated that approximately 331,000 car accidents took place within the state of Georgia. Out of these accidents, over 125,000 led to serious injuries. These accidents take place within seconds on our major highways. There are many different reasons for car crashes on our highways, including the following:
- Driver distractions
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Drowsy driving
If you have sustained injuries in a car accident caused by another party, you may wonder where you can turn. It is crucial that you speak with an attorney that you can trust at this time.
Where do you turn after you have been hurt in a car accident? After you have sought medical attention, one of the first things that you should do is speak with an Atlanta car accident attorney in your time of need. An attorney will be able to help you gather the evidence that you need to prove that another party is liable for your accident, as well as help you to meet deadlines that are required of you. If you have sustained injuries in a car accident caused by another party, you should speak with an Atlanta personal injury lawyer in your time of need.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you get back on your feet after you have sustained injuries in a car accident. Having the assistance of an attorney on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected as you navigate the Georgia legal system for the first time. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. We are here for you every step of the way. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 for more information on how we can help you.
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.
