Baton Rouge, LA – Traffic Accident On E I-10 Near S Acadian Thwy

Baton Rouge, LA (August 9, 2019) – Authorities reopened the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 after a traffic accident in the afternoon of August 9^th, closed all eastbound lanes.

The crash occurred on east I-10 in the vicinity of the South Acadian Thruway around 2:49 p.m. After the accident, fire and rescue crews were dispatched to the accident site to clear debris.

Little information has been reported about the crash, except that it resulted in the injury of at least one person at the scene. Local police officials were at the crash site in order to begin an investigation into the accident, and paramedics were on-site to render aid to the injured parties.

Our thoughts are with the victims of the accident and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Traffic Accidents in Baton Rouge

In 2017, 760 traffic fatalities took place in the State of Louisiana, with 488 of these deaths involving passengers. In 212 cases that same year, alcohol was a factor behind the crashes. Car accidents can occur without warning and completely turn victims’ lives upside down. Incidents of this nature can be terrifying, and many people lose their lives as a result of negligence or impaired driving along roadways in Louisiana.

If you or a loved one has sustained injuries in a car accident caused by the negligence or impairment of another driver, you and your family members may be entitled to compensation. In this case, it would be in your best interest to speak with a Louisiana attorney who is knowledgeable in personal injury claims and car accident cases. For over 25 years, our team at Fisher Injury Lawyers have won a collective $125,000,000 for our clients and have won more than 98% of our cases over these two decades. To schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys, contact us at 225-766-1234.

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.