Statesboro, GA – Bus Rollover Crash Involving Truck on Veterans Memorial Pkwy
Statesboro, GA (August 5, 2021) – Around 7:45 a.m. on the morning of Thursday, August 5, a bus rollover crash occurred near an intersection in Statesboro.
According to police, the accident took place on the Veterans Memorial Parkway around the area of Miller Street. A Bulloch County School bus was traveling west when it was suddenly struck by a tractor-trailer in the area. The accident was so forceful that the bus immediately overturned as a result.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene. The driver of the bus was seriously injured and taken to Georgia Regional Medical Center for treatment. She has since been identified as a 62-year-old from the area. The driver of the tractor-trailer received minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for an extended period of time.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Bus Accidents in Georgia
Buses are some of the largest vehicles on our roads, which means that they are capable of causing some of the most extensive harm. Buses are known as common carriers, which means that they take passengers from point A to point B for a fee. Bus drivers are supposed to be some of the safest drivers on our roads. These accidents happen due to many different reasons including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, fatigued driving, and more. If you have suffered immense harm in a bus crash, you have a variety of options available for you. It is crucial that you speak with an attorney that you can trust.
The aftermath of a bus crash can leave you feeling both helpless and alone. Injured victims are urged to speak with an attorney that they can trust to answer questions along the way. For instance, what types of deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to moving forward with a successful claim? What evidence will you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a Georgia personal injury attorney. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in bus accidents at www.attorneykennugent.com.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys have diligently assisted those injured in bus accidents over the years. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a bus crash on physical, emotional, and financial levels. We will stand by your side as you navigate the Georgia legal system for the first time. Our attorneys can assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. You have many options under Georgia law and should never have to stand alone after a bus accident. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 for more information on how we can help you in your time of need.
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