Marietta, GA (February 16, 2023) – Around 2:30 p.m. on the afternoon of Thursday, February 16, an accident with injuries took place on a highway in Marietta.
According to the Marietta Police Department, the collision happened in the southbound lanes of I-75 around the area of exit 261, Delk Road. Police confirmed that a large, white van was traveling in the southbound lanes of traffic when it became involved in a collision with a black sedan and a white SUV due to reasons that are not fully known. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Several Marietta responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were called to the scene to help those in need. EMS crews were seen in the area assisting those with injuries. The injured victims were rushed to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not entirely known.
One lane of traffic was fully blocked in the area for some time, which led to delays. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision remains ongoing.
We offer our warmest sympathies to those injured in this accident. We hope that they will receive a speedy recovery from their injuries.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Hundreds of thousands of people are hurt in Georgia car accidents each year. In 2020 alone, in fact, approximately 125,000 people were seriously injured in Georgia car accidents, and many also lost their lives. It is normal to feel a mix of emotions after you have been hurt in a car accident, as well as sustained other damages that are unfamiliar to you. It is normal to feel alone and confused after a car accident. This is why speaking with a legal advocate is in your best interests.
Though a car accident can be a difficult experience, speaking with a knowledgeable Atlanta car accident attorney can help you get back on your feet. An attorney will be able to help you from start to finish with your claim so that you do not have to deal with the stress of an accident entirely on your own. An attorney can also help you prove that the following aspects were present at the time of your accident:
- A driver owed you a duty of care
- The driver breached the duty of care through their negligent actions
- The breach of duty directly caused your accident
- Your accident led to damages
Speaking with a personal injury attorney is vital after an accident, which is why you should speak with an attorney immediately.
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here to help you after a Georgia car accident. We understand that you may be facing a wide array of struggles after an accident on physical, emotional, and financial levels. You may be in need of immediate direction after an accident, which is why we are here for you when you need us the most. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney at (888) 688-1924 to find out what we can do for you in your time of need.
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