Gainesville, GA – Update: Head-on Collision on Browns Bridge Rd
Gainesville, GA (August 10, 2021) – Around 9 a.m. on Monday morning, August 9, a head-on collision occurred in Gainesville. Police have since identified the involved parties.
According to Georgia State Patrol officials, the accident happened on Browns Bridge Road around the area of Whiporwill Drive. A 26-year-old man was driving east in the area when his vehicle collided head-on with a vehicle being driven by a 49-year-old woman. The vehicles came to a rest but were extensively damaged as a result.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Both drivers were hospitalized with injuries, though they are expected to recover.
The 26-year-old driver is now facing numerous charges including failure to maintain his lane, driving with a suspended license, and more.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for an extended period of time as police cleared the scene.
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
Head-on collisions are some of the most severe accidents that occur on our roads throughout the state of Georgia. In just one recent year’s time, approximately 2% of car accidents were deemed head-on collisions, with many of these accidents leading to severe and life-altering injuries. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye when drivers are not paying close attention to the roads around them. Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a car accident on their own. If you have sustained injuries in a collision and wonder where you can turn, you should be prepared to speak with a dedicated legal advocate.
The aftermath of a Georgia car accident can leave you in one of the most challenging positions of your life. You may be left with serious injuries that signal a long road to recovery such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, organ damage, paralysis, and more. These injuries sometimes land victims in the hospital for an extended period of time. On top of this, you may miss out on time at work as you attempt to get back on your feet. Injured victims are urged to speak with a Georgia car accident lawyer who has their best interests in mind after an accident. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in car accidents at www.attorneykennugent.com.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here for you after an accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after an accident and offer our help and resources in your time of need. Our attorneys can assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, therapy costs, and more. We are here for you every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Please contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options are available for 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.
