Gainesville, GA (December 7, 2024) – At approximately 7:54 p.m., a traffic accident occurred on an interstate in Gainesville that prompted an emergency response. According to information provided by the Hall County Sheriff’s Office, three vehicles collided on Interstate 985 near the Candler Highway.
Multiple responders were dispatched to the scene shortly after the incident occurred to help the involved individuals. At this time, the total number of victims with injuries has not been reported. Police in Gainesville are still working to determine the details of the crash. The Exit 20 ramp was closed while the wreckage was cleared, forcing local motorists to use different routes.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.
Georgia Car Accidents
Every year, hundreds of thousands of auto accidents happen in the state of Georgia. Approximately 300,000 annual collisions are reported yearly in the state. According to statistical information concerning Georgia car wrecks, most of these crashes cause injuries and fatalities. The main cause of the majority of Georgia car wrecks is driver negligence, contributing to more than 94% of all collisions. Negligent driving has become a problematic issue throughout the country, especially in the past decade. Auto collisions caused by careless drivers are often much more dangerous and devastating than crashes that happen for other reasons due to negligent drivers being intoxicated, distracted, fatigued, or speeding.
Car crashes rank among the top ten reasons serious injuries and even fatalities occur in the United States, with most of these crashes being totally preventable. Driver negligence ends the lives of thousands of individuals each year and injures even more. Driver distraction alone contributes to millions of collisions yearly, accounting for approximately 10% of all deadly auto accidents. Additionally, intoxicated driving is behind approximately 30% of all deadly accidents, while fatigued driving is behind over 1,500 fatalities per year.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a personal injury accident in Georgia, contact the Davies Hothem Law Firm. Our experienced personal injury attorneys can help you pursue financial compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, car repairs, and more. We work hard to ensure our clients receive the maximum compensation for their injuries and losses and will stop at nothing to ensure you’re able to recover in every way possible after your wreck.
Our team of efficient car accident lawyers in Gainesville is dedicated to helping you recover in every way possible. Call Davies Hothem Law Firm at (678) 780-7817 to discuss your personal injury claim and start getting your life back on track.
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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