Cornelia, GA – Eight Injured in Car Accident at US-441 & GA-15
Cornelia, GA (April 14, 2021) – Around 2:48 p.m. on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 13, a serious car accident occurred at an intersection in Cornelia.
According to Habersham County officials, the accident happened at the intersection of US-441 and GA-15. At the time, a 15-year-old boy was driving a Ford F-150 headed west in the area with his 25-year-old male passenger. He failed to yield at the intersection, which is when his pickup truck collided with a Dodge Durango being driven by a 28-year-old man. An adult passenger and four children were also inside the SUV.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene. Seven injured victims were transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center and one adult was taken to Habersham Medical Center.
Charges are pending at this time.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Intersections are some of the most dangerous places on Georgia roads. Millions of intersection-related collisions happen in the entire U.S. every single year. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye due to many different reasons including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. When a driver is not paying close attention to the roads around them, a collision could occur in the blink of an eye. If you have been hurt in a car accident that was caused by another party, it is essential that you seek the immediate help of an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Many people are seriously harmed in Georgia car accidents every year. Some of the most life-altering injuries that occur due to these accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, paralysis, and more. These injuries can land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time at work. If you have sustained injuries as a result of a car accident, it is important that you have the help you need moving forward. A personal injury attorney in Georgia can help you during these difficult times.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys have diligently assisted those injured in car accidents over the years. Our attorneys will help you navigate the legal system and work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects. We will assist you every step of the way when you are feeling lost and confused. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options you have at this time.
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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.