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I-85 Accident in Gwinnett County, GA Causes Injuries to Multiple People.

I-85 Accident in Gwinnett County, GA Causes Injuries to Multiple People. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Local News

A motor vehicle accident involving multiple vehicles and trailer-trucks on i-85 in Gwinnett County, Georgia Wednesday afternoon, March 25, 2020, caused injuries to multiple people.

As reported by AJC.com, “[t]he wreck occurred about 3:30 p.m. just past the Indian Trail exit…the wreck involved two tractor-trailers, three cars and an SUV.”

According to the report, “[i]t’s unclear what led to the crash, but the driver of a Toyota Camry was taken to the hospital in critical condition…[t]he drivers of the tractor-trailers were unharmed, but the drivers of the other vehicles involved were taken to the hospital with unspecified injuries.”

The investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

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As the details of this accident continue to develop, and dependent upon a finding of fault, the victims may elect to file civil claims seeking substantial compensation for their injuries.  The Murray Law Firm has had extensive and successful experience representing victims of vehicle claims in Georgia, and the legal team at the firm suggests that the victims should retain a law firm without delay to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation and the preservation of any and all evidence. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before this evidence is damaged or destroyed.

Our Results

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars for its Clients, and recently secured a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a Client.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at CALL NOW: 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

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Construction Worker Hit and Killed in Fulton County I-285 Accident.

Construction Worker Hit and Killed in Fulton County I-285 Accident. (11Alive.com)

Fulton County News

A motor vehicle accident involving a vehicle and a construction crew tragically resulted in the death of a crew member early Sunday morning, September 15, 2019.

As reported by WSBtv.com, “[t]he accident happened on Interstate 285 at Cascade Road in South Fulton around 4:30 a.m. Sunday.”

According to the report, “crews were repairing the road when a driver ran off the interstate…hit a work truck before hitting the worker.”

11Alive.com is reporting, “[t]he construction worker was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital, where he died as a result of his injuries.”

The driver of the vehicle has been charged with reckless driving and homicide by vehicle and additional charges could follow with the results of a blood test, according to the media reports.

The investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

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FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

As the details of this accident continue to develop, the victim’s family may elect to file civil claims seeking substantial compensation for their injuries.  The Murray Law Firm has had extensive and successful experience representing victims of motor vehicle claims in Georgia, and the legal team at the firm suggests that the victim’s family should retain a law firm without delay to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation and the preservation of any and all evidence. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before this evidence is damaged or destroyed.  Under Georgia Workers’ Compensation laws, our legal team suggests that the victim’s family will also most likely be entitled to significant compensation as a result of this work accident as well.

Our Results

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars for its Clients, and recently secured a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a Client.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at CALL NOW: 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

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3 Construction Workers Injured in Crane Collapse at Savannah Construction Site. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Was safety negligence or an equipment malfunction a factor in this construction crane accident and could it have been prevented?  Read ‘Our Legal Take’ below to find out if the victims may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation.

Savannah News

A construction crane collapse at a Savannah, Georgia construction site left three workers injured Sunday, June 23, 2019.  According to Fox28Media.com, “Chatham EMS was called to the scene around 2 p.m. to the 400 block of River Street.”  Per the report, “the construction workers were hanging something up using the crane, and the rigging came undone, causing the collapse.”  Three construction workers were taken to Memorial Hospital, two with serious injuries, one with minor injuries.

No other injuries were reported, the collapse remains under investigation.

Our Legal Take

The use of cranes is vital in modern construction, but there are many dangers associated with their operation. The Murray Law Firm questions the safety measures implemented by the owner and operator of the crane, and whether this tragic incident may have been prevented. Relevant factual and legal inquires include, but are not limited to:

  • Was the crane installed properly?
  • Was the crane up to date on certifications? 
  • Were operating functions checked daily to ensure that everything is working properly and that there are no defects or cracks in the support members?
  • Were any attempts made to service, repair, or replace the crane prior to the incident?
  • Was the crane being operated in a proper safe manner?

Generally, crane owners and operators are required to install and utilize the equipment in a non-negligent manner. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the crane owner or operator failed to provide adequate safety measures to protect individuals from foreseeable harm, or failed to operate the crane safely, the victims of this incident may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.  Under Georgia Workers’ Compensation laws, our legal team suggests that the victims will also most likely be entitled to significant compensation as a result of this accident. While the victims should be eligible for benefits under Georgia’s workers compensation laws, they may also hold a third-party civil claim against the designer or manufacturer of the crane that collapsed. Because this potential products liability claim is dependent on the facts surrounding the incident, it is imperative that an experienced attorney be retained without delay so as to ensure that all evidence connected to the accident is preserved.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS

The Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for individuals who have been hurt, or families whose loved one has been killed, in a work accident. We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including a $29.25 million dollar verdict for the family of a worker who lost his life at an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 912.385.9690. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.