Tangipahoa Parish, LA – Man Dies After Falling Out Of Boat on Lake Maurepas

Tangipahoa Parish, LA (June 2, 2019) – Sources report that a man lost his life in a tragic boating accident on Lake Maurepas. The accident took place on Saturday, June 1^st.

Investigators recovered the body of the victim, 51-year-old Freddie Richardson, in the Tickfaw River around 6:00 p.m. At the time of the incident, Richardson was a part of a large 19-member boating vessel. The boat took a sudden turn, launching Richardson overboard. He was not wearing a floatation device at the time he fell overboard.

The search for the victim’s body was a coordinated effort between state groups and officials.

The official cause of death has yet to be determined by the coroner’s office.

We would like to offer our sincerest condolences to the family members and loves ones of Freddie Richardson. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.

Wrongful Death Accidents in Lousiana

It is sad to say, but wrongful death can be a reality for many family members who are forced to bear the burden of losing a loved one. Statistics show that Louisiana is eighth in the United States for the highest rates of wrongful deaths occurring in the workplace. However, wrongful deaths can occur in many situations, such as a car wreck or a boating incident, as shown here.

At Fisher Injury Lawyers, you have a professional legal team fighting with you for your accident claim. Our expert attorneys have awarded over $125 million to our clients to help cover their damages after sustaining injuries in a car wreck.

In the past two decades, we have won over 98% of all our total cases. If you have recently received injuries in a wreck or accident and need the help provided in filing a claim, do not hesitate to contact our offices at 225-766-1234. Discuss your case with an experienced wrongful death attorney.

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 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.