Lafayette, LA – Traffic Accident Causes Severe Backup along I-10 near Ambassador Caffery Pkwy

Lafayette, LA (June 13, 2019) – A local police report confirmed that a severe traffic accident occurred along Interstate-10 near the Ambassador Caffery Parkway on June 13, 2019.

Based on the initial report, the crash caused long-term backup along I-10, extending as far back as Ambassador Caffery in the Lafayette area at some time around 4:12 PM in the afternoon. Authorities with the Lafayette Traffic Group and LADOTD group Transportation Management Center indicate congestion was backed up as far as the junction of I-10 and I-49.

Additionally, police and emergency personnel have not provided updates about the victims or the cause of the crash. As more evidence surfaces, updates will be released to news sources.

Our thoughts go with the victims of this accident.

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Car accidents can occur without warning and completely turn victims’ lives upside down. Incidences of this nature can be terrifying, and many people lose their lives as a result of negligence or impaired driving along roadways in Louisiana. 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.

If your 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 collected $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.

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Disclaimer: Fisher Injury Lawyer 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 and 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 these 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 or your case, and we wish the best for all those affected by these accidents.