New Orleans, LA – 2 Injured In Wreck At 13000 Chef Menteur Hwy

New Orleans, LA (August 10, 2019) – According to reports from the New Orleans Police Department, there was a shooting in the city of New Orleans that led to a collision, resulting in two women being injured. The crash took place at the 13000 block of Chef Menteur Highway on Thursday, August 8^th. Police officials are currently investigating the scene of the shooting which resulted in the wreck.

A woman was shot at 14700 Chef Menteur Hwy in New Orleans East leading up to the collision. The woman was reportedly shot in the leg. After the shooting, an individual attempted to drive the woman to the hospital for treatment and was involved in a car crash on the way to the hospital. 

Two other women were injured in the wreck. All injured parties were reported to be in stable condition. Local authorities are conducting an investigation into the crash. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Left-Hand Turn Accidents in New Orleans

Intersections can be dangerous places and are the location of many types of car crashes. The most hazardous collisions involve left-hand turns, which account for 61% of all traffic accidents that happen within an intersection. 22.2% of all accidents are caused by left-hand turns. 

When a victim is injured by a driver making a left-hand turn at an intersection, they could be severely harmed in the process. Their sustained injuries will likely result in costly medical procedures. The final amount of these damages depend largely on the severity of the injuries.

The expert Louisiana auto accident attorneys at Fisher Injury lawyers are experienced winning settlements worthy of the needs of our clients. We have recovered $125 million for our clients, and we can help you, too. Give us a call at 225-766-1234 in order to discuss your case today. 

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.