Fulton Co, GA – Police Investigating Injury Car Crash on I-85 at SR 179
Fulton Co, GA (July 18, 2021) – Officers with the Fulton County Police Department say that several injuries were reported after a car crash that took place on Interstate 85 on Sunday evening, July 18.
According to information released by Gwinnett County authorities, the accident occurred around 6:30 p.m. in the southbound lanes of Interstate 85, also known as the GA 140, around the State Route 179 exit. The accident involved at least two vehicles and led to serious damages.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene of the accident. At least two victims were injured as a result of the accident and were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries, though updates on their conditions have not been provided.
Almost all lanes of traffic on I-85 were blocked for at least two hours following the accident. No further details have been released but the investigation continues at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accident Injuries in Georgia
Highways and major thoroughfares in Georgia are some of the most common places for car accidents and also the areas where some of the most catastrophic accidents occur. In fact, being injured in a car accident might be a life-altering experience that has a huge impact on your life, along with hundreds of thousands of other people who suffer the same way every year.
An average of five people per day or nearly 40 people a week die as a result of vehicle accidents that occur in the Peach State. Furthermore, there were almost two deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled last year alone, meaning that these serious, catastrophic collisions are all too common.
These tragic accidents happen due to a wide array of reasons, including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, failure to follow traffic laws, and more. If you have suffered the aftermath of a car accident, you might wonder where you can turn for the compensation you deserve.
Being injured in a car accident might be one of the most difficult things that you have ever had to face on your own. As you navigate the legal system after a Georgia car accident, you may find that many aspects are stacked up against you. For instance, it is not always easy to work with the insurance company or the other party’s attorney, which is why you should always have a skilled and dedicated legal advocate on your side. It is essential that you speak with a Georgia personal injury attorney who has handled claims like these in the past.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys in Georgia have diligently assisted those with injuries throughout the state. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling, physically, emotionally, and financially, as you navigate the legal system and work toward compensation for your losses. You have many rights under Georgia law and should always have an attorney on your side who can help you. Please do not hesitate to contact a Georgia accident attorney at (888) 579-1790 for the help you deserve.
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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.
