New Orleans, LA
Accident Date:
Sun, 02/16/2014New Orleans police said a 70-year-old man was killed in a crash Monday night on I-10 at the Twin Span.
The crash happened about 8:30 p.m.
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New Orleans, LAAccidents in Orleans Parish are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year
In Orleans Parish, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.
When an accident happens in Orleans Parish, it is important to do the following immediately:
- Remain at the crash scene;
- Check on the condition of all people involved in the crash;
- Call the police;
- Exchange information with other drivers;
- Get contact information from witnesses;
- Inform your insurance company;
- Get appropriate medical treatment, and track the details;
- Take photos of vehicle damage and injuries;
- Consider hiring a personal injury attorney.
An injury attorney handles all the details so that you don't have to.
After an Orleans Parish accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.
Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.
Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.
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New Orleans, LA
Accident Date:
Thu, 01/30/2014The Orleans Parish Coroner's office today (Feb. 1) identified the victim of last night's fatal accident as Donald Berry, 63. Berry was struck by a white SUV as he attempted to cross the Earhart expressway near Mistletoe Street.
New Orleans, LA
Accident Date:
Tue, 01/14/2014The east side of Elysian Fields Avenue at Treasure Street will be closed for several hours Wednesday following a traffic accident that toppled a pole, NOPD said. Treasure Street in the 7th Ward for an estimated 4 to 5 hours Wednesday (Jan.
New Orleans, LA
Accident Date:
Sat, 12/21/2013Three police officers were injured while investigating a car crash on Interstate 10, New Orleans police.
According to preliminary reports, the accident happened on I-10 near the Esplanade exit about 2 a.m.
New Orleans, LA
Accident Date:
Sun, 12/08/2013N.O.P.D. says a man died and a woman was critically injured in a single car accident in the Desire neighborhood.
New Orleans, LA
Cory Michael, tugboat captain, killed by crane when tugboat hits Florida Avenue Bridge on August 13.
Accident Date:
Wed, 08/13/2014A tugboat captain was killed in an accident around midnight Wednesday on the Industrial Canal, according to the Port of New Orleans.
Port spokesman Matt Gresham said the captain, whose name has not been released, was pronounced dead at 12:50 a.m. Thursday.
New Orleans, LA
Accident Date:
Thu, 06/29/1967In Biloxi, Mississippi, for an engagement at the Gus Stevens Supper Club, Mansfield stayed at the Cabana Courtyard Apartments near the club.