A 2007 International 18-wheeler driver fell asleep and crossed the center line of Louisiana Highway 24 in Larose, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, killing a Dodge truck driver. The pick-up driver was unable to avoid the collision with the oncoming big rig. According to a study conducted by the Institute for Traffic Safety Management and Research, through interviews with randomly selected long-distance truck drivers, 47.1% had fallen asleep at the wheel at least once, and 25.4% within the last year.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in an accident with an 18 wheeler, contact the experienced Baton Rouge, Louisiana 18-wheeler accident attorneys at Dué Guidry Andrews Courrege. Email Louisiana injury lawyers or call (225) 929-7481 to schedule a free consultation.
