Woodstock, GA (October 18, 2024) – Shortly after 2:00 p.m., on Friday, October 18, a major vehicle crash occurred in Woodstock. Emergency responders were promptly dispatched to the scene on Interstate 575 to help the wounded parties. Sources say the accident took place on I-575 near Highway 92 when an unspecified number of vehicles collided.
At least one individual needed emergency medical care on-site and was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment. Currently, the severity of the injuries suffered in the accident has not been reported. Police in Woodstock are still investigating the details of the accident.
Our thoughts are with the involved parties as we hope for their full and fast recovery.
Georgia Car Crashes
Every year, approximately 100,000 Georgia injury accidents occur. Tens of thousands of people are hurt in Georgia auto accidents each year. In 2022, approximately 1,829 lives were lost in vehicle collisions throughout the Peach State. This is a 2% increase from the previous year. Over 30 people lose their lives each week in severe auto collisions in Georgia. About these and other traffic-related statistics for the Peach State, automobile accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence.
Driver negligence contributes to 4 out of 5 auto collisions throughout the United States. Currently, the leading cause of Georgia car accidents is failing to use a turn indicator, which is a form of driver negligence. Most of these accidents are caused by speeding, driver intoxication, distraction, and fatigue.
A Georgia personal injury attorney can review the circumstances surrounding your accident and help you determine if you have a valid claim.
Being seriously injured in an accident of any kind can be a very disruptive, frightening, confusing, and overwhelming time in a person’s life. Make sure that if you are injured in an accident that was not your fault, you don’t have to fight the insurance companies on your own.
You need a skilled Woodstock personal 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 Georgia injury accident. You may be eligible to gather compensation for a long list of damages, including medical care costs, lost wages, vehicle repairs, and more. Even damages like pain, suffering, and emotional turmoil may be eligible for financial compensation when you work with an attorney.
Contact Davies Hothem Injury Law at 678-780-7817 to get help from a skilled car crash lawyer during this challenging time. You should not have to pay for the injuries and losses that may have been imposed upon you by the negligent actions of another driver. Call our law firm today to learn more about how we can help you recover.
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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