Atlanta, GA – Car Accident on I-285 Near Bouldercrest Rd Causes Injuries
Last updated Friday, February 3rd, 2023
Atlanta, GA (February 1, 2023) – At about 1:14 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, February 1, a car crash with injuries occurred in Atlanta that blocked all lanes of traffic at one point.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened in the westbound lanes of I-285 around the area of Bouldercrest Road. Police confirmed that multiple vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction collision in the area due to reasons that are not fully known. The involved vehicles were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Atlanta responders, including local paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Multiple parties sustained injuries as a result of the collision. The injured victims were rushed to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not entirely known.
A red alert was issued in the area following the collision, and all lanes were blocked. Police urged those in the area to use Moreland Avenue as an alternate route for some time.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the accident continues.
We offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to those injured in this collision. We hope that they will have a speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Each year, hundreds of thousands of individuals sustain injuries as a result of Georgia car accidents. In just 2020 alone, approximately 125,000 people were hurt in car accidents within the state. Though many of these accidents can be classified as minor fender-benders, others are incredibly severe and even life-threatening. Drivers act in a variety of negligent ways on our major roads, such as the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving
- Speeding
- Falling asleep behind the wheel
If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, you should speak with a skilled attorney who has handled claims like yours in the past.
Being harmed in a car accident can leave you feeling helpless and alone. You will likely be left with a variety of questions that you can only answer with the help of an Atlanta car accident attorney. For instance, you may wonder what evidence is necessary when it comes to proving that another party is at fault for your accident. On top of this, you may wonder what deadlines you will have to meet in your claim. Speaking with a skilled Atlanta personal injury lawyer can ensure that your rights are being protected in your dire time of need.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we are here for you after you have been hurt in a serious Georgia collision. If you have endured a tragic car accident, our attorneys will focus all of our attention on your claim and help you to get back on your feet. Our attorneys will help you determine if you are eligible for a wide array of financial damages, such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. We are here for you in your dire time of need so that you do not have to face a claim on your own. Please contact a car accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 688-1924 for more information on your available options.
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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