Dalton, GA – Passenger Injured in Serious Rollover Accident on Airport Rd
Dalton, GA (December 25, 2022) – Injuries were reported in a rollover accident that took place on a roadway in Dalton on the night of Saturday, December 24.
According to Georgia State Patrol officials, the accident happened around 9:55 p.m. on Airport Road. Police confirmed that a 29-year-old man was driving a Nissan Rogue and traveling east on Airport. The driver suddenly left the road, causing the vehicle to crash and overturn. The vehicle ran into a tree and sustained severe damages.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The driver was taken to the hospital with a serious leg injury and had to have his leg amputated. His passenger, identified as a 17-year-old minor, sustained broken ankles in the accident.
The roadway was blocked in the area for some time. Police confirmed that the driver sustained charges of DUI, failure to maintain his lane, and not wearing a seatbelt.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.
We offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the parties who have been hurt in this accident.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents have been happening more and more commonly in Georgia over recent years. Though some of these accidents are minor fender-benders, others are incredibly severe and take the lives of those involved. In just one recent year’s time in the U.S., over 2% of car accidents were deemed rollovers. Out of these accidents, a large percentage led to serious injuries. Car accidents happen due to a wide array of reasons, which include the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, you should speak with a skilled attorney who has your best interests in mind.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult thing to endure. You may be left with a wide array of questions that you cannot answer without the help of a Dalton car accident attorney. For instance, what types of evidence are necessary when it comes to proving that another party is at fault for your accident? What deadlines do you need to meet when it comes to bringing a successful claim? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a Dalton personal injury attorney.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you after you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling on both physical and financial levels. We will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the complex legal system in Georgia for the first time. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Dalton at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options are available for you.
Note: We have constructed this post using outside sources, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts from outside sources. The details concerning this accident have not been independently verified, so if you have identified false information, please inform us immediately. We will adjust the post to reflect accurate content.
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.
