Cartersville, GA – Child Injured in Fiery Tractor-Trailer Collision on I-75
Cartersville, GA (April 26, 2021) – At 8 p.m. on Sunday night, April 25, a child and others were injured in a tractor-trailer collision in Cartersville.
According to the Georgia State Patrol, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-75 around the area of mile marker 288. A Nissan was traveling south on the highway when it collided with a tractor-trailer for reasons that are not fully known. The Nissan then came to a rest and caught on fire.
Good Samaritans who were nearby went to rescue the family inside the Nissan, which consisted of a 32-year-old male, a 3-year-old girl, and an 8-month-old boy. The 3-year-old was critically injured and taken to a local hospital by medical helicopter. The driver and baby were also hospitalized with less severe injuries.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Because trucks are some of the largest vehicles on Georgia roads, they are capable of causing some of the most extensive harm in the midst of an accident. In just one year’s time in the entire U.S., it is estimated that approximately 110,000 people are injured in Georgia truck accidents due to the reckless acts of others. When drivers are not paying close attention to the roads, a truck accident could occur in the blink of an eye. It is important that injured victims seek the immediate help of an attorney following one of these accidents.
Being injured in a Georgia truck accident can turn your life upside-down in the blink of an eye. Some of the most catastrophic injuries that stem from these accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, broken bones, paralysis, and even death in the worst cases. The reality is, many people and parties could be to blame for a truck collision. These include truck drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, and cargo loaders. If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident, it is crucial that you speak with a Georgia personal injury attorney.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our skilled and compassionate attorneys are here for you after you have been hurt in a truck accident. We understand how devastating it can be to face the aftermath of a truck accident and offer our assistance in your time of need. If you have been hurt in a collision, you have options and should never have to stand alone. Please contact a Georgia accident attorney 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.