Cartersville, GA – Dump Truck Accident at Burnt Hickory Rd & Sugar Valley Rd
Cartersville, GA (August 11, 2021) – On Wednesday, August 11, a dump truck accident occurred at an intersection in Cartersville.
According to officials, the accident happened at the intersection of Burnt Hickory Road and Sugar Valley Road. Multiple vehicles, including a dump truck, were traveling in the area when they were involved in a forceful collision. The vehicles involved in the crash 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 hurt in the accident. The injured parties were hospitalized, though their identities and conditions are not yet known.
Due to the severity of the accident, the roadway was blocked at the intersection for some time.
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
Because trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads, they are capable of causing some of the most extensive harm in the event of an accident. These unfortunate accidents happen every single day in Georgia, though they can typically be prevented. Hundreds of thousands of people are hurt in truck accidents every single year. In fact, in just one recent year’s time in the entire U.S., over 110,000 people were seriously injured in truck accidents caused by other parties. Being hurt in a truck accident can affect your life in many ways. Truck drivers are supposed to be some of the safest drivers on our roads but these accidents still occur every single year. If you have been injured in a truck accident, you have many options. It is crucial that you speak with a dedicated Georgia accident attorney in your time of need.
The aftermath of a truck accident can impact your life in many ways. Those who have suffered from these accidents should have the help of a Georgia truck accident attorney on their side. Some of the most common parties at fault for these accidents include truck drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, cargo loaders, and more. Holding a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident is not always an easy thing to do, especially if you are unfamiliar with Georgia accident laws. It is important that you have the dedicated and knowledgeable help of a Georgia personal injury attorney on your side at this time.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you and your family after a truck accident that is not your fault. 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. Our attorneys will stand by your side as you work toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. If you have been injured in a truck accident, please 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.