Rising Fawn, GA – Two-Vehicle Crash with Injuries at GA-136 & GA-157
Rising Fawn, GA (March 8, 2023) – Injuries were reported in a two-vehicle crash that took place at an intersection in Rising Fawn on the afternoon of Wednesday, March 8.
According to Walker County officials, the accident happened around noon at the intersection of GA-136 and GA-157. Police confirmed that two vehicles were traveling in the area when they entered the intersection at the same time, causing them to collide with one another. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Several responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more parties were seen being treated on the scene by EMS crews. 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 intersection for some time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Police will update with more information as it is available.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the parties who have been hurt in this collision.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Being hurt in a car accident in Georgia can come as a complete shock, especially because you never expect to be affected by a collision. You always expect that you will make it to your destination without harm, but this is not what happens to far too many individuals each year. In 2020, it was reported that over 125,000 people were injured in Georgia car accidents due to the recklessness of others. Car accidents at intersections are likely to be injurious in nature, leaving you in a difficult position. Because of this, you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible to find out how you can move forward.
An innocent victim of a car accident should never have to face the aftermath on their own. You will likely endure significant medical care and even time away from work for your injuries. Having a skilled legal advocate on your side means that you can find the answers that you need to move forward with a claim. An attorney will be able to prove that some of the following elements were at play in your accident:
- A driver owed you a duty of care
- The driver breached the duty of care
- The breach of duty led to your accident
- Your accident led to injuries and damages
If you have sustained harm in a car accident, speaking with a Rising Fawn car accident attorney is in your best interests.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our attorneys are here to help you right off the bat when it comes to moving forward with an accident claim. Our attorneys will gather the necessary evidence for your claim, as well as help you meet deadlines that are required of you. You deserve to obtain the compensation that is necessary to help you get back on your feet after a collision. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Rising Fawn at (888) 579-1790 to find out what we can do to help you during these difficult times.
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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.