Atlanta, GA – Tractor-Trailer Collision Leads to Injuries in SB Lanes of I-85
Atlanta, GA (August 16, 2021) – At 7 a.m. on Monday morning, August 16, a tractor-trailer collision with injuries took place on a highway in Atlanta.
According to officials, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 around the area of exit 96, Pleasantdale Road. A tractor-trailer was traveling south on the highway when it was involved in a collision with one or more passenger vehicles. The vehicles involved in the accident were extensively damaged as a result.
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 multiple lanes for some time until police cleared the scene. This led to delays in the area.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads, which means that they can cause extensive harm in the event of an accident. Truck accidents do not happen as commonly as other accidents because truck drivers are trained in safety and preventing accidents. However, when a truck accident does occur, it can lead to serious injuries and even fatalities. Truck drivers spend long periods of time on our roads, which means that they could drive distracted or fall asleep at the wheel in the blink of an eye. If your life has been turned upside-down due to a truck accident, you may be feeling alone and confused. It is important that you speak with an attorney that you can trust in your time of need.
The aftermath of a Georgia truck accident can be an impactful time in your life, which is why you should have a dedicated Georgia truck accident attorney on your side after one of these accidents. An attorney will be able to answer any questions that you have along the way. For instance, what types of deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to bringing your claim? What evidence will you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a Georgia personal injury attorney.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here for you after you have been hurt in a truck accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a truck crash on physical, emotional, and financial levels. Our attorneys can assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. We will stand by your side every step of the way when it comes to your claim. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options are available for 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.
