Baton Rouge, LA – Worker Killed In Garbage Truck Accident On Old Jefferson Hwy

Baton Rouge, LA (July 29, 2019) – The there was a man reportedly killed in an accident early Monday morning, July 29th, that involved a garbage truck. 

The incident took place somewhere between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. at the intersection of Old Jefferson Hwy and Castle Ridge, near Antioch Rd. 

The accident resulted in the death of one and the injury of another. 

A representative of Richard’s Disposal, Inc. confirmed the deceased was an employee of the company who would often ride on the back of the truck during routes. 

Little information is available at this time. 

The cause of the incident is under investigation. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.  Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery. 

Workplace Accidents in Louisiana

In certain industries, workplace injuries are extremely common.

Some of the most dangerous fields of work include the construction or oil and gas fields.

Injuries can happen in these industries due to a host of reasons, including the negligence of a coworker or employer. In some cases, injured victims from on-the-job accidents can file a third-party injury claim with the help of a workplace injury attorney in Baton Rouge in order to get the full compensation they deserve for their injuries. 

At Fisher Injury Lawyers, we are experienced helping workers receive multi-million dollar settlements for their workplace injuries. Give us a call today at 225-766-1234 if you want to discuss your case with a legal professional. 

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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.