INTERSTATE AND HIGHWAY COLLISIONS
Greater New Orleans Personal Injury Attorney
“Bold and deliberate representation is my hallmark. I want my clients’ adversaries to know that we will fight for the best possible position" - Donald D'Aunoy, Jr.
Certain family members of Serious accidents occur on highways and interstates. This is mostly due to the high speeds on these roadways—i.e., 60 mph or 70 mph. There is little margin for error at these increased speeds. Other factors that contribute to accidents on Louisiana highways and interstates include:
Lack of street lights
Wild animals entering the roadway (e.g., deer)
Sleep deprivation and driver fatigue
Crosswinds (mainly on interstate bridges)
Vehicles following too closely
Intoxicated drivers
Driver distraction (e.g., texting and loud music)
Tire blowouts
Poor weather conditions (e.g., rain and fog)
If you need legal assistance, the first step is talking to an experienced attorney about your situation.
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Tips for Avoiding Interstate and Highway Accidents
The best tip to avoid rear-end accidents on interstates and highways is to follow the Three Second Rule. To follow this rule, the rear driver should pick an object in front of the vehicle he or she is following. The car in the front and the car in the rear should pass the object no less than three (3) seconds apart. If road or weather conditions are poor, the number of seconds should be increased. Other tips to avoid highway and interstate collisions include:
Keep both hands on the steering wheel
Illuminate headlights and high beams (including fog lights) when appropriate
Keep driver distraction to a minimum
No texting while driving
Check vehicle blind spots before merging lanes
Drive within the speed limit
Wear corrective lenses when necessary
Drive defensively
If all drivers exercise common sense and utilize the above tips, there will be less accidents. Louisiana roadways will be safer!
Common Types of Accidents on Highways and Interstates
The following are common types of automobile accidents that occur on interstates and highways:
Rear-End Accidents: Usually caused by vehicles following each other too closely.
Head-On Collisions: Usually caused by one vehicle merging into oncoming traffic.
Side Swipe Collisions: Usually caused by one vehicle merging into another’s lane.
T-Bone Accidents: Usually caused by one vehicle failing to stop at a major intersection.
Louisiana Highway and Interstate Accident Attorney
Donald D’Aunoy “Lawyer Don” is a Louisiana personal injury attorney that handles a variety of matters, including automobile and truck accident cases. Lawyer Don has handled cases involving accidents on the following Louisiana roadways:
Interstate 10 (I-10)
Interstate 12 (I-12)
Interstate 20 (I-20)
Interstate 49 (I-49)
Interstate 55 (I-55)
Interstate 59 (I-59)
Highway 11
Highway 90
Highway 51
Highway 61 (Airline Hwy.)
Highway 63
Highway 165
Highway 190
Highway 21 (Military Road)
If you or a loved one was involved in an accident on an interstate or highway, contact Lawyer Don today for a free case evaluation. Lawyer Don offers free house calls. Lawyer Don meets with all of his clients regularly. No client is left in the dark. Speak directly with Lawyer Don about your case while your case is being handled.
Kenner – Metairie – Westbank Highway and Interstate Accident Attorney
Lawyer Don handles cases involving automobile accidents occurring throughout Jefferson Parish. This includes accidents that have occurred on highways and interstates in Jefferson Parish including but not limited to the following:
I-10
61 (Airline Drive)
Westbank Expressway
Huey P. Long Bridge
Clearview Avenue
Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Causeway Bridge
Crescent City Connection
Contact Lawyer Don today for a free case evaluation.
“My goal is to reduce my clients’ stress: I want my clients to rest easy knowing that I am working hard for them and watchful of their best interests as if I were in their shoes.”
- Donald D'Aunoy, Jr.
