Conley, GA – Tractor-Trailer Collision with Injuries in EB Lanes of I-285
Conley, GA (August 8, 2021) – At 12:32 p.m. on the afternoon of Sunday, August 8, a multi-vehicle collision involving a tractor-trailer occurred on a highway in Conley.
According to officials, the accident happened in the eastbound lanes of I-285 around the area of Moreland Avenue. Several vehicles, including a tractor-trailer, became involved in a serious accident on the highway. An SUV slammed into the back of the truck, sustaining severe damages.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene to help. One or more victims were injured and taken to various hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Their identities and conditions are not known at this time.
Due to the severity of the crash, the right lane of traffic was completely blocked for some time.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Tractor-trailers are some of the largest vehicles on our roads. Because of this, they are capable of causing some of the most extensive harm when involved in Georgia accidents. These accidents cause hundreds of thousands of injuries in the U.S. every single year. In fact, in just one recent year’s time, over 110,000 people were hospitalized with serious injuries caused by truck accidents. These accidents occur in the blink of an eye due to drivers that are not paying close attention to the roads around them. Truck drivers are supposed to be some of the safest drivers on our roads but this does not mean that these accidents will never happen. If you have been hurt in a truck accident caused by another party, you have options and should have a legal advocate on your side.
Being injured in a Georgia truck accident can have an enormous impact on every aspect of your life. Because of this, you should have a dedicated Georgia truck accident lawyer on your side. Unfortunately, truck accident claims can be time-consuming and complex, which means that an individual should never try to handle one on their own. Many parties could be at fault for your accident including truck drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, and more. On top of that, truck drivers are expected to abide by many regulations on our roads. It is up to you to prove that another party is at fault for your accident. If you have been hurt in a truck accident, you should be prepared to speak with a dedicated Georgia personal injury attorney who has your best interests in mind.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here to help you after you have sustained injuries in a Georgia truck accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. Truck accident claims can be complex and life-altering, which is why you should never try to handle a truck accident claim on your own. We are here for you every step of the way. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help 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.
