Atlanta, GA – Rollover Accident with Injuries in SB Lanes of I-85
Atlanta, GA (April 13, 2021) – At 4:45 a.m. on the morning of Tuesday, April 13, a rollover accident occurred on a highway in Atlanta.
According to officials, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 around the area of Chamblee Tucker Road. Multiple vehicles collided in the area, which caused one of the vehicles to forcefully roll over.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene. One or more victims were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries. Their conditions are not yet known.
All lanes of traffic were blocked for a period of time, which led to delays.
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
Hundreds of thousands of people are injured as a result of Georgia car accidents every year. In just one recent year’s time, in fact, approximately 116,000 people were injured as a result of serious accidents. These accidents take on many forms but rollovers are known for being some of the most severe. Approximately 2% of car accidents that occur each year are rollovers, which lead to some of the most catastrophic results on our roads. If you have been hurt in a collision and you are unsure about where you can turn, you should have the dedicated help of an attorney on your side.
Being injured in a Georgia car accident can impact your life in many ways, leaving you to feel alone and confused about where you can turn. Many individuals suffer from life-altering injuries due to accidents including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, and more. These injuries can range anywhere from minor to severe in nature, causing you to spend an extended period of time in the hospital as you recover. Injured victims are urged to seek the help of an attorney in their time of need so that they can move forward with their Georgia personal injury claim.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after you have been hurt in an accident that is not your fault. We understand how challenging the aftermath of a collision can be and offer our resources to you when you need them the most. We will help you determine if you are eligible for a wide array of financial aspects such as medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 for more information on your options.
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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.