Cartersville, GA – Officer Injured in Rear-End Collision on US-411
Cartersville, GA (June 2, 2021) – On Tuesday afternoon, June 1, an officer was injured in a rear-end collision on a highway in Cartersville.
According to Floyd County officials, the accident happened on US-411. Police confirmed that a local officer was parked on the side of the road in his cruiser as he was writing up a report. His blue lights were activated when he was suddenly struck from behind by a passenger vehicle.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene. The officer was taken to Floyd Medical Center with a suspected concussion or another type of head injury.
The roadway was blocked in the area for a period of time.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Rear-end collisions happen more commonly than many other accidents on our roads. They are typically regarded as minor fender-benders but this is far from the truth, as many will lead to serious harm to those involved. These accidents happen in many areas but those that occur on our major highways can be especially devastating in nature, especially due to the fact that they can happen at high speeds. Injured victims may feel helpless and alone after an accident that is not their fault. Because of this, you should seek the immediate help of an attorney.
Being injured in a Georgia car accident might be one of the most devastating things that you have ever endured. Some of the most catastrophic injuries that stem from car accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, broken bones, organ damage, paralysis, and more. These injuries sometimes land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time at work. If you have been hurt in a car accident that was caused by another party, it will be up to you to show that another party is to blame. You should be prepared to speak with a dedicated Georgia personal injury attorney at this time.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how difficult it can be to move forward after an accident caused by another party. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, therapy costs, and more. 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.