Sandy Springs, GA – Tractor-Trailer Crash on GA-400 Near Abernathy Rd
Sandy Springs, GA (June 11, 2021) – At 10 a.m. on Friday morning, June 11, a tractor-trailer crash occurred on a highway in Sandy Springs.
According to officials, the accident took place in the southbound lanes of GA-400 around the area of Abernathy Road. Few details have been released but it is believed that a tractor-trailer and at least one passenger vehicle were traveling in the area when they collided with one another. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged.
Paramedics and numerous other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those with injuries. One or more victims, who have not yet been identified, were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Their conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was blocked in several lanes for a period of time, which led to extensive delays.
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
Any type of accident can be incredibly devastating but truck accidents in Georgia lead to some of the most extensive damages every single year. This is due to the fact that tractor-trailers are some of the largest vehicles, which means that they are capable of causing some of the most extensive harm in the event of an accident. Truck drivers are expected to be some of the safest drivers on our roads. They go through extensive training and have to abide by many rules and regulations on our roads. However, these accidents still tend to occur every year due to the reckless acts of others. If you have been hurt in a truck accident, you may be feeling both helpless and alone. It is important that you seek the help of an attorney as you move forward.
After a Georgia truck accident, many people wonder how they will receive the help they deserve so that they can move forward with a claim. The recovery process can be a challenging thing to face after a truck crash, especially if you have sustained severe injuries. Some of the most catastrophic injuries that stem from truck accidents include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, burns, and more. If you have been hurt in a truck accident that was caused by another party, you have a variety of options available for you. It is important that you speak with a dedicated Georgia personal injury attorney in your time of need.
Because it can be challenging to handle a truck accident claim on your own, our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you. Georgia has seen a significant incline in truck accidents over the years. Truck drivers owe a duty of care to others on our roads but this does not always occur. If you have been injured in a truck collision and know that another party is to blame, you have a variety of options available for you. 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.