Marietta, GA (January 13, 2023) – On Friday, January 13, at 12:51 p.m., an injury crash occurred in Marietta on Interstate 75 southbound near Windy Hill Road Exit 260. According to preliminary reports, the crash involved multiple vehicles and resulted in at least one person being injured.
Emergency services rushed to the scene of the crash, where they found several vehicles that had been damaged in the collision. The injured person was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, and their condition is currently unknown. The accident caused traffic delays on the interstate, as the southbound lanes were temporarily closed to clear the wreckage.
An ongoing crash investigation is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in Georgia
As per the 2020 statistics, around 70 drivers in Georgia are injured in car accidents every hour, which translates to approximately 1,720 people per day and 600,000 annually. It is estimated that on average, a car accident occurs every 10 years for drivers in Georgia. While accidents may be unpredictable, it’s important to be prepared in case of involvement in one.
After a car accident, the insurance company will contact you to offer a settlement for any claims against them or the other drivers involved. This settlement may include cash compensation. The insurer may offer a small settlement in exchange for a release, in order to reduce costs. However, accepting this release will prevent you from suing for any future damages that may arise.
Individuals who were injured or had their property damaged in an auto accident caused by another driver’s negligence or carelessness may be eligible for financial compensation. However, it is the responsibility of the injured person to prove that the negligent party owed them a duty of care, that this duty was breached, that the breach caused the accident, and that the accident resulted in their injuries. They must demonstrate that the other driver had a duty to take care of them and that this duty was not fulfilled.
Trust the experienced legal team at Monge & Associates to handle your personal injury claim if you have been severely injured in a car accident. We have a proven track record of success and are dedicated to each case we take on. Our attorneys have a history of helping clients win compensation for losses caused by traffic accidents and are committed to helping you with your complete recovery. Contact us at 888-688-1924 to schedule a consultation with a Marietta personal injury attorney and discuss your legal 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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