Monroe Co., GA (December 12, 2024) – A woman from Macon, age 41, lost her life after a fatal crash happened on Thursday, December 12.
Information from local sources shows the collision happened on Highway 42 near Boxankle Road at around 7:17 a.m. A press release shows an SUV was headed north when it ran off the roadway, overcorrected, and veered into the southbound lane where it struck a Chevy Sedan. The driver of the SUV lost their life at the scene. Two passengers present in the SUV were transported to a hospital in Macon with injuries deemed serious but non-life-threatening.
Police in Monroe continue to investigate. We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Georgia Car Accidents
Unfortunately, around 130,000 people end up with injuries due to these wrecks and over 1,000 people lose their lives yearly. This is more than many other states in the nation. If you or someone you love has recently been hurt in a car accident, getting help from a personal injury attorney may be in your best interest. You may be able to gather financial compensation for your losses and damages when you file a personal injury claim.
Speeding, intoxication, distraction, and fatigue are the most common types of negligent driving seen on American roadways today. The NHTSA reports that more than 92% of auto collisions in the US are caused by the actions of careless drivers.
A lawyer can get you financial compensation for lost wages, vehicle repairs, medical bills, and more. A personal injury lawyer will negotiate a full and fair compensation amount from the insurance companies for you, especially if you were hurt by another driver’s negligence. Having a skilled attorney advocate for you while dealing with insurance companies is your best bet in receiving the maximum amount of compensation available.
If you lost someone you love in a fatal accident caused by a negligent driver, a wrongful death attorney can help you file a compensation claim. You should be able to pay for funeral costs and more without having to worry about your finances. A Monroe County wrongful death attorney in Monroe County can help you during this difficult time.
Our experienced injury attorneys at Karma Injury Law are available 24/7 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) 607-8312 to see if you have the right to pursue a claim for your injuries and losses.
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