Doraville, GA – Car Accident on I-285 at Buford Hwy Leads to Injuries
Last updated Monday, February 20th, 2023
Doraville, GA (February 18, 2023) – A serious crash involving two to three cars occurred on a major route near Doraville, Georgia, at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 18.
The incident allegedly injured two to three persons, and early reports suggest that it involved several vehicles on Interstate 285 near the Buford Highway. The Atlanta Police Department will handle the investigation going forward, but preliminary information indicates that the collision occurred in the right lanes and shut down all neighboring traffic.
Local Atlanta EMTs and fire rescue teams were sent to the accident site to help. While two persons were confirmed to be injured, the extent of their injuries remains unknown.
APD police are requesting that anybody with pertinent information contact them in order to aid their investigation into the incident.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families.
Injury-Causing Accidents in Georgia
Every year, a million or more Georgians are injured in vehicle accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Authority anticipates that at least 126,000 Georgians will have been injured in vehicle accidents by the time the totals for 2020 and 2021 are tallied together.
On Georgia’s major roads and thoroughfares, there is always the possibility of a terrible catastrophe. These occurrences are often the result of someone else’s negligence, such as aggressive, reckless, or inebriated driving.
It may be tough for people wounded in a vehicle accident and their loved ones to know what to do next. The laws that are enacted and the processes that take place in the aftermath of a horrific tragedy may spark your curiosity.
After a vehicle accident, you should speak with a personal injury lawyer about your legal options as quickly as possible. Even if your injuries do not seem to be serious enough to warrant pursuing a claim for compensation, you may find that you’re entitled to a settlement, and a Georgia personal injury lawyer may be able to help.
You may be able to seek assistance from an Atlanta lawyer who specializes in vehicle accident lawsuits. A qualified lawyer may assist you in meeting all deadlines and gathering the necessary evidence to support your claim.
If you were injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, Atlanta personal injury attorneys may be able to assist you in your search for justice. If you or a loved one has been injured in a vehicle accident, the attorneys at Monge & Associates can help you get the compensation you deserve. There are various factors to consider when submitting a claim for damages after a car accident, and our team can help you in going through all the details of your claim to ensure you have the best chance of success.
Our lawyers believe that during this terrible time in your life, you and your loved ones should not be held responsible or financially accountable for the damage caused by a reckless driver. Call 888-688-1924 if you have questions about your legal options in Atlanta after an automobile accident.
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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