Norcross, GA – Tractor-Trailer Accident on I-85 Near Beaver Ruin Rd
Norcross, GA (December 15, 2021) – At 9:38 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, December 15, a tractor-trailer accident occurred in Norcross.
According to officials, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 around the area of Beaver Ruin Road. A tractor-trailer was traveling in the area when it collided with one or more passenger vehicles in the area. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged as a result of the collision.
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. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries.
Two or three lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for an extended period of time. Police urged those in the area to use Buford Highway as an alternate route.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Trucks are known for being some of the largest vehicles on Georgia roadways. Because of this, they are capable of causing extensive harm in the event of an accident. In just one recent year’s time in the U.S., over 110,000 people were seriously injured in catastrophic truck accidents. Though these accidents can happen anywhere, our major highways are known for being some of the most common places. Because truck drivers spend an extended period of time on our roads, they are likely to fall asleep at the wheel or become distracted in the blink of an eye. If you have sustained injuries in a truck accident that is not your fault, you may be feeling alone and confused. It is crucial that you have the help of an attorney on your side.
Being hurt in a truck accident can impact your life in many ways, which is why you should speak with a Norcross truck accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. Truck accident claims are typically complex in nature, which is why you should never stand alone after an accident. Many parties could be at fault for a truck accident, including the following:
- Truck drivers
- Trucking companies
- Manufacturers
- Cargo loaders
The aftermath of a truck accident can impact your life in many ways, which is why you should always have the assistance of a Norcross personal injury attorney on your side.
Norcross Truck Accident Attorneys
Our skilled attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after you have been hurt in a truck crash that was caused by another party. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. Our attorneys will assist you along the often problematic path toward compensation for a wide array of financial aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Norcross at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options you have during these difficult times.
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 and 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.
