Athens, GA – One Injured in Car Crash at College Station Rd & E Campus Rd
Last updated Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
Athens, GA (March 1, 2023) – A driver sustained injuries in a car accident that took place at an intersection in Athens on the morning of Tuesday, February 28.
According to the University of Georgia Police Department, the accident happened at 9:09 a.m. at the intersection of College Station Road and East Campus Road. Police confirmed that a driver was traveling in the area when they entered the intersection at the same time as a second vehicle, causing them to collide with one another. The involved vehicles were severely damaged as a result of the collision.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One of the involved drivers, who has not yet been formally identified, sustained injuries in the accident. They were treated on scene by EMS crews but are expected to be okay.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time following the collision. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible so traffic could return to normal.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision continues at this time.
Our thoughts go out to the party hurt in this accident with hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Sustaining injuries in a car accident can affect your life in various ways. This is an unfortunate reality that hundreds of thousands of individuals face every year in Georgia. Car accidents can typically be prevented but still occur within seconds due to a variety of reasons, which include the following:
- Driver distractions, from texting to using the radio
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Traveling over the posted speed limit
- Falling asleep behind the wheel
If you or somebody you know has been hurt in a car accident, it is important that you understand your legal options moving forward.
After you have sought medical attention for your injuries following a car crash, it is crucial that you speak with an Athens car accident lawyer as soon as possible. You may not only be facing physical injuries in a car accident but also emotional trauma and financial damages that you cannot take care of by yourself. On top of this, you may be left with a wide array of legal questions that you cannot answer on your own. This is why speaking with an Athens personal injury attorney is one of the best decisions that you can make.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we are here to help you protect your rights after a car accident. We will fearlessly fight the insurance company to ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve. Our attorneys will ensure that you receive compensation for a wide array of aspects, such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. You should never have to face the aftermath of a car accident entirely on your own. Please contact a car accident attorney in Athens at (888) 688-1924 for more information on how we can assist 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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