Gainesville, GA – Five-Car Crash Results in Injuries on I-985 near Exit 12

Gainesville, GA (September 25, 2024) – A traffic accident happened in Gainesville on September 25 that resulted in injuries and traffic delays.

Emergency responders were sent to the scene at around 10:22 p.m. to help the people involved. Reports from authorities show the incident took place between approximately five vehicles on Interstate 985 between exits 12 and 8. Traffic was delayed back to exit 16 due to the wreck. Those with serious injuries were treated and taken to the hospital for further care. Police in Gainesville continue to investigate. 

We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.

Georgia Auto Accidents

Gainesville, GA - Five-Car Wreck Results in Injuries on I-985 near Exit 12Each year, Georgia sees around 300,000 traffic accidents. On average, more than 130,000 people sustain injuries in these collisions and more than 1,000 people lose their lives annually. Throughout the nation, more than 3 million people are hurt in car wrecks while approximately 40,000 end up losing their lives. 

Regrettably, most of these accidents are caused by driver negligence, like speeding and intoxication. However, currently, the leading cause of Georgia car accidents is failing to use a turning signal, which is a dangerous form of negligent driving.

Suffering injuries in a traffic accident can be an extremely difficult time in a person’s life. A personal injury attorney is your best bet in being able to recover financial compensation for your injuries and losses if you have been hurt in a car accident in Georgia. If you have been injured in a collision that was not your fault, you don’t have to fight the insurance companies on your own. You need a skilled injury attorney to be your advocate when handling the insurance companies to ensure you receive the full and fair compensation you are entitled to for your injury accident. 

Call Davies Hothem Injury Law at 678-780-7817 to speak with a car crash attorney in Gainesville who can help you recover if you are under the impression that you or someone you love were recently hurt in a crash caused by negligence. You may be eligible for financial compensation that can help you pay for lost wages, vehicle repairs, medical bills, and more.

Notes: At Davies Hothem Injury Law, our team compiles accident information in Georgia from various external sources, such as news outlets, police reports, social media, and witness statements. Please note, that the specifics of this incident have not been independently verified by our team. If you notice any errors in our report, kindly contact Davies Hothem Injury Law, and we will promptly make the necessary corrections or remove the content as required.

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