Gwinnett Co., GA (October 17, 2024) – A traffic accident occurred in Gwinnett County on the morning of October 17 that resulted in injuries and delays. Sources say the wreck happened on Interstate 85 near Beaver Ruin Road.
Responders were sent to the scene shortly after the incident to help the involved parties. At least one individual was treated for injuries at the scene and transported to the hospital for treatment shortly after the collision occurred. The names of the people involved in the crash have not been reported at this time. Police in Gwinnett County continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.
Georgia Traffic Collisions
The state of Georgia sees hundreds of thousands of car accidents per year. On average, there are approximately 300,000 collisions in the Peach State every year. These accidents can happen for several different reasons. The leading cause of automobile wrecks in Georgia and throughout the United States is currently driver error, accounting for over 94% of crashes.
Driver negligence comes in many forms, including distraction, intoxication, speeding, and fatigue. Those four types of driver negligence contribute to millions of accidents per year. Driver distraction accounts for 10% of the national accident fatality rate, while intoxication causes nearly 30% of all fatal traffic accidents in the United States.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a Georgia personal injury accident, you should consider working alongside a car crash attorney who can help you recover in more ways than one. You may be suffering physically, emotionally, and financially after a serious car accident. If you know your wreck was caused by another person’s negligence, you should be eligible to collect financial compensation for the damages you have endured.
Our experienced personal injury attorneys in Gwinnett County are located throughout the country and are available to answer any questions you may have about your injury accident. Call today to be connected with our dedicated Georgia personal injury attorney at (678) 780-7817 to see if you have the right to pursue a claim for your injuries and losses.
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