Marietta, GA – Tractor-Trailer Accident on I-75 Near Delk Rd
Marietta, GA (July 13, 2021) – At 7:11 a.m. on the morning of Tuesday, July 13, a tractor-trailer accident took place in Marietta.
According to officials, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-75 around the area of Delk Road (exit 261). A tractor-trailer and at least one other vehicle collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. This led to extensive damages to the involved vehicles.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured as a result of the accident, though their identities and conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was completely blocked in several lanes until the scene was cleared.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Tractor-trailer collisions are some of the most catastrophic accidents on Georgia roadways. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye on our roads, though drivers are always expected to pay close attention to the roads around them. Though truck drivers have years of experience on our roads, these accidents still continue to occur every year. In just one recent year’s time in the U.S., approximately 110,000 people were injured in truck accidents throughout the state of Georgia. Because truck drivers spend long periods of time on our roads, they are more likely to drive distracted or fall asleep while driving. If you have been hurt in a truck accident that is not your fault, you should have the help of an attorney on your side.
Being injured in a Georgia truck accident might be one of the most devastating things that you have ever endured. Because trucks are so large, they are capable of causing some of the most devastating accidents and injuries on our roads. Some of the most life-altering injuries that stem from truck accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, broken bones, organ damage, paralysis, burns, and more. Many people who have been injured in one of these accidents may wonder where they can turn, which is why they should seek the immediate help of an accident attorney. An attorney will be able to help you with many aspects of your claim, from meeting deadlines to gathering the evidence you deserve. You have options when it comes to your Georgia personal injury claim.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here to help you after you have been hurt in a truck accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after an accident that is not your fault. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. We are here to assist you in your time of need after an accident. Please do not hesitate to 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. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.