Athens, GA – Driver Hurt in Car Accident on College Station Rd
Last updated Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
Athens, GA (March 1, 2023) – A driver sustained injuries in a car accident that took place on a roadway in Athens in the late afternoon of Tuesday, February 28.
According to the University of Georgia Police Department, the accident happened at 5:03 p.m. on College Station Road. Two vehicles were traveling in the area when they entered the intersection at the same time, which caused them to collide with each other. The involved vehicles were badly damaged as a result of the collision.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to assist those in need. The driver, who has not yet been identified, was hurt in the collision. The party was treated on scene by EMS crews for abrasions but is expected to fully recover.
The roadway was blocked in the area of College Station Road and East Campus Road until police cleared the scene. This led to delays in the area for some time.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the accident continues.
We offer our warmest thoughts and sympathies to the party hurt in this accident. We hope that they receive a speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Each year, hundreds of thousands of people are seriously injured in Georgia car accidents due to the recklessness of others. In 2020 alone, it was reported that approximately 331,000 car accidents took place in Georgia. Out of these accidents, about 125,000 people sustained serious injuries in collisions. Quite often, those involved in these accidents will be left with a wide array of damages and debilitating injuries that may take years to recover from. If you have been hurt as a result of a car accident, it is imperative that you speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
The aftermath of a car accident is not always an easy thing to face. You may wonder where you can turn after an accident, which is why you should speak with a dedicated Athens car accident attorney after your collision. An attorney will be able to help you with several important aspects of your claim, which include the following:
- Gathering necessary evidence against at-fault parties
- Helping you to meet deadlines in your case
- Answering questions that you have along the way
- Working one-on-one to get the best offer from the insurance company
If you have been injured in a collision, you should speak with a compassionate Athens personal injury lawyer who has your best interests in mind.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have been hurt in car accidents in Georgia. Our knowledgeable attorneys have years of experience handling many types of personal injury claims. We will do whatever it takes to ensure that you receive the compensation that is necessary to help you become successful in moving forward after an accident. You have many rights and options under Georgia law, and we are here to help. Please contact a car accident attorney in Athens at (888) 688-1924 to find out what we can do for you.
Note: Our writers used secondary sources when creating this accident news post. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident; therefore, if there is any information that is incorrect, contact Monge & Associates immediately. We will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available. We will remove a post if requested.
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