Dalton, GA – Serious Injuries Reported in Car Accident on N Dalton Bypass
Dalton, GA (June 28, 2022) – Injuries were reported in a car accident that took place on a highway in Dalton on Monday night, June 27.
According to Whitfield County officials, the accident happened around 11:41 p.m. on the North Dalton Bypass. Two or more vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not entirely known. The involved vehicles were badly damaged as a result of the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured as a result of the accident. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for an extended period of time. Police worked to clear the scene so traffic could return to normal.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the accident continues.
Our thoughts go out to the parties injured as a result of this accident.
Car Accidents in Georgia
According to recent statistics that were released by the Georgia Department of Transportation in 2020, approximately 331,000 car accidents took place throughout the entire state. Out of these accidents, about 125,000 people were seriously injured in car accidents due to the negligence of others. Though car accidents happen due to many different reasons, human error is to blame for almost 90% of these collisions. There are many types of human error that are most common on our roads in Dalton, including the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
If you have been seriously injured as a result of a car accident, you have options. It is important that you speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult thing to face. This is especially true if you have sustained severe injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries or neck and back injuries. These injuries are sometimes so severe that they land victims in the hospital for days, weeks, or months at a time. On top of this, they can keep a victim from returning to work for an extended period of time. As you work on your physical recovery, you should not have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up. Speaking with a Dalton personal injury attorney is the best decision that you can make at this time.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after you have sustained injuries in a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be on both physical and financial levels. Having the help of an attorney on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected. We can help you lessen some of the stress that you are feeling associated with your accident as you work toward the compensation that you deserve. Please contact a car accident attorney in Dalton at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you in your time of need.
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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.