Monroe County, GA (August 11, 2018) – 18 Vehicle Accident Shuts Down I75
In two separate accidents that occurred Friday, August 10, 2018, crashes shut down Interstate 75 in both directions. The crashes involved a total of 18 vehicles. Police reported that the first accident occurred in the southbound lanes of I75 and involved 6 cars. Then, almost immediately after that, the second collision occurred in the northbound lane involving 8 cars and 2 semi-trucks.
Injuries were reported, but no details on the severity of the injuries and the number of people injured were reported. Police reported that it took several hours to clear the highway and get traffic moving in both directions of I75.
Truck Accidents in Monroe County
Multi-vehicle accidents on highways can be a traumatic experience. With every vehicle traveling at 65 miles per hour or even faster, it is surprising that these types of large pile-ups don’t happen more often. These crashes are also difficult to investigate given their complexity, the number of vehicles involved, and the severity of the damage. But determining the sequence of events and making those responsible for the accident is possible with an experienced truck accident lawyer.
The lawyers at The Nye Law Group have been handling multi-vehicle accidents for years. We have a significant amount of experience in determining who was at fault and holding them responsible for what injuries their negligence caused. We also have the resources to hire accident reconstruction experts to determine the sequence of crashes involving a large number of vehicles.
If you have been seriously injured in a car or truck crash, contact us immediately at (912) 200-5230 to get your questions answered. The consultation is free.
Note: A variety of outsides sources including news bulletins and police reports were used to create these posts and report on the injuries involved. Due to this, the details of these accidents have not been independently confirmed by our team and writing staff. In the event that false information is included in the story, please contact us immediately with the post’s title and the incorrect information, and we will correct the content.
Disclaimer: We at Nye Law Group pride ourselves as members of our local community and strive to improve the overall safety and well-being of everyone in our state. Our deepest condolences go out to those injured in these accidents, and we hope that by promoting an awareness of these dangers, our community can take the steps necessary to avoid them. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information provided should not be mistaken as medical or legal advice.