Atlanta, GA – Rollover Collision with Injuries in NB Lanes of I-285
Atlanta, GA (July 1, 2021) – At 1:44 p.m. on the afternoon of Thursday, July 1, a rollover collision occurred on a highway in Atlanta.
According to Fulton County officials, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of I-285 around the area of Cascade Road. Two or more vehicles collided with each other in the area, which caused one vehicle to roll over. The vehicles involved in the crash were badly damaged as a result.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were immediately called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were taken to local hospitals for treatment of unknown injuries.
The roadway was blocked in two left lanes until police cleared the scene.
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 car accidents happen in the state of Georgia every single year. In just one recent year’s time, over 116,000 people were injured in car accidents due to the negligence of others. These accidents take on many different forms but rollovers are some of the most severe. In just one recent year’s time, approximately 2% of car accidents were deemed rollover accidents. Some of the most severe injuries that stem from these accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, and more. These injuries are sometimes minor and sometimes severe in nature. If you have been hurt in a collision that is not your fault, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
The aftermath of a Georgia car accident might be one of the most difficult things that you have ever endured. Some of the most life-altering injuries that stem from car accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, paralysis, and more. These injuries are sometimes so severe that they land victims in the hospital or cause them to spend time away from the workplace. As you work to get back on your feet on a physical level, you may wonder where you will turn financially. Injured victims have a variety of options and should speak with a Georgia personal injury attorney.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here to help you after you have been hurt in a serious car accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. We understand how devastating and traumatic an accident can be and offer our help and resources in your time of need. Our attorneys will assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. If you have been hurt in a serious car accident, please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options are available 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.
