Baton Rouge, LA – Crash Closes Highway At I-10 & I-110

Baton Rouge, LA (August 19, 2019) – A crash occurred in Baton Rouge that resulted in two right lanes on I-10 being closed. The accident happened around 2:19 p.m. on Monday, August 19, where Interstate 10 intersects with Interstate 110. Emergency response units were at the scene of the accident to render aid. 

Very few details have been released about the wreck. The incident resulted in the blocking of two right lanes on I-10 EB. The crash has since been cleared of wreckage and has been reopened.

The identities and conditions of the involved parties have not been reported. The cause of the collision is under investigation by local authorities.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Distracted Driving Crashes in Baton Rouge

Each year, distracted motorists cause thousands of deaths. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 3,166 people killed by distracted motorists in 2017 alone. When only taking your eyes off the road for 5 seconds while driving at 55 mph, you will travel the length as an entire football field, 100 yards. 

Overwhelmingly, teenagers are the highest rate of victims of distracted driving accidents. A large percentage of teens have admitted to using a phone while driving or engaging in other distracting behaviors. In some cases, victims are eligible to obtain compensation with the help of a qualified Baton Rouge car wreck attorney to hold the at-fault party responsible. 

Fisher Injury Lawyers takes pride in helping the people of Louisiana. Of all the cases we handle, we have a 98 success rate. We have helped thousands of victims recover compensation after a collision. Contact our offices at (225) 766-1234 to see how we can assist you. 

Note: To write and construct these stories, we utilize a variety of sources including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accidents. As we are not present on the scene, these accounts may not reflect the reality of the situation or the injuries sustained. If you notice any discrepancies between our content and the accident, please inform our office as soon as possible and we will make the necessary corrections.

Disclaimer: Fisher Injury Lawyers is an involved member of our local community, and as such, our intent is always to improve the lives and safety of those in our community. These accidents are a devastating reality of life in our cities and across our state. Our hearts go out to all those affected by them. We hope that by casting a light on these accidents, we will encourage others to take more care in their daily lives to avoid accidents in the future. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information included in them should not be construed as legal or medical advice. If you’ve been involved in an accident, you should contact a qualified attorney to discuss the specifics of your case. We wish the best for all those affected by these accidents. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.