Augusta, GA – Injuries Reported in Bus Crash at Windsor Spring Rd & Regis Ct
Augusta, GA (June 10, 2022) – Around 7:05 a.m. on Friday morning, June 10, a bus crash with injuries took place at an intersection in Augusta.
According to Augusta officials, the accident happened at the intersection of Windsor Spring Road and Regis Court. A bus and an SUV were traveling in the area when they collided due to reasons that are not fully known. The SUV sustained severe front-end damage as a result of the collision and the bus was struck on the side.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured as a result of the accident. The injured parties were treated at the scene and then rushed to local hospitals for further treatment.
The roadway was blocked at the intersection for an extended period of time, which led to delays in the area.
No further details have been released. Augusta officials continue their investigation into the accident.
Our thoughts go out to the injured parties in hopes of a full recovery.
Bus Accidents in Georgia
Bus accidents are nowhere near as common as other accidents that happen on our roads in the state of Georgia. However, when they do occur, they are capable of causing immense damage due to the fact that they are so large. On average, it is estimated that approximately 60,000 bus accidents take place in the entirety of the U.S. There are many types of bus accidents on our roads but some of the most common include:
- Distracted driving such as texting and driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
If you have been hurt in a bus crash that was caused by another party, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney that you can trust.
The aftermath of a bus accident can be life-altering and severe. The truth is, many people are seriously injured as a result of these accidents every year. These injuries can be so severe that they land victims in the hospital or cause them to miss out on time in the workplace. There are many parties who could be at fault for a bus crash, which makes these claims even more complex. These include some of the following parties:
- Bus drivers
- Bus companies
- Manufacturers of bus parts
Many individuals are unsure about where they can turn after a bus crash. Having help from an Augusta personal injury attorney can help you get back on your feet during these difficult times.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our attorneys are here for you after you have sustained injuries in a bus crash that is not your fault. We understand how you can hold one or more parties accountable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Our attorneys are here to help you along the often problematic path toward compensation for a wide array of aspects. You have options during these difficult times. Please do not hesitate to contact a bus accident attorney in Augusta at (888) 579-1790 for more information on how we can assist 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.
