Lithia Springs, GA (March 1, 2023) – At 6:40 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, March 1, a car accident with injuries occurred at an intersection in Lithia Springs.
According to Lithia Springs Police Department officials, the accident happened at the intersection of Thornton Road and Factory Shoals Road. Police confirmed that two or more vehicles were traveling in the area when they simultaneously entered the intersection. This caused the vehicles to collide with one another. The involved vehicles were badly damaged as a result.
Several Lithia Springs responders, including EMS crews and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more parties sustained injuries as a result of the collision. The injured parties were hospitalized, though their conditions are not yet known.
A portion of the intersection was blocked for a period of time after the accident. This led to delays until the scene was fully cleared.
No further details have been released. Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
We want to take a moment to offer our thoughts and prayers to the parties who are recovering from injuries caused by this accident.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents have quickly become a leading cause of hospitalizations throughout the state of Georgia in recent years. These accidents happen every hour of the day within the state. In fact, in just one hour’s time, it is estimated that approximately 70 car accidents take place in Georgia due to the recklessness of others. Though a car accident can happen in many different areas, intersections are known for being some of the most common places for harm. In just one recent year in the U.S., over 2.5 million intersection accidents took place due to the carelessness of others. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you should speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Moving forward after a car accident is not always easy to handle on your own, which is why it is crucial that you speak with a Lithia Springs car accident attorney. Reaching out to an attorney means that you are ready to take the next and most crucial step when it comes to bringing a successful claim. An attorney can help you show that the following elements were present at the time of your collision:
- A driver owed you a duty of care
- The driver breached their duty of care to you
- The breach of duty caused your accident
- Your accident led to damages
You should speak with a dedicated Lithia Springs personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after you have been hurt in an accident.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we have diligently assisted those injured in Georgia car accidents over the years. Our attorneys will do everything possible to make sure that you get the best results in your case. We want to make sure that you receive the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects during these difficult times. Please contact a car accident attorney in Lithia Springs at (888) 688-1924 to find out what options you have.
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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