Buford, GA – Multi-Vehicle Collision Leads to Injuries in SB Lanes of I-85
Last updated Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
Buford, GA (March 22, 2023) – Several parties sustained serious injuries in a car accident that took place on a highway in Buford on the morning of Wednesday, March 22.
According to Gwinnett County officials, the accident happened at an unknown time in the morning in the southbound lanes of I-85 near Hamilton Mill Road. Police confirmed that several vehicles were traveling in the southbound lanes when they were involved in a chain-reaction crash due to reasons that are not entirely known. The vehicles involved in the crash were extensively damaged and debris was left scattered all over the highway in the area.
Several Buford responders, including fire crews and paramedics, were immediately dispatched to the scene. EMS crews were seen assisting several parties who sustained injuries. The parties were seriously injured and rushed to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not entirely known at this time.
Multiple lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for an extended period of time as police worked to clear the scene. The road was completely reopened in the area by 12:30 p.m.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
We want to offer our warmest sympathies and prayers to the parties who have been hurt in this accident. We hope that they receive a speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents have quickly become a leading cause of hospitalizations in the state of Georgia over recent years. Nobody knows just how complex a car accident can be until it happens to them. Accidents are more than just simple damages to your vehicle – they can also lead to severe and catastrophic injuries that alter every aspect of your life. Hundreds of thousands of people are injured in Georgia car accidents every year. In just 2020, approximately 125,000 people were hurt in car accidents. If you have sustained injuries in a collision, speaking with an attorney is the best decision that you can make.
After you have sought medical treatment for your injuries caused by an accident, it is crucial that you speak with a Buford car accident lawyer as soon as possible. An attorney will be able to help you with several aspects of your claim when it matters the most. These include some of the following:
- Helping you to gather evidence that is crucial in your claim
- Assisting you as you meet deadlines in your case
- Helping you to answer any Georgia legal questions that you have
It is not always easy to move forward after a collision. Speaking with a Buford personal injury attorney can ensure that your rights are being protected during these complex times.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we are here for you after your life has been turned upside-down due to a Georgia car accident. We have a vast understanding of Georgia accident laws and will help you navigate the legal system for the first time. You should speak with an attorney sooner rather than later to ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve after a collision. Please contact a car accident attorney in Buford at (888) 688-1924 to find out what options are available 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.
Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene described in this post.
