Baton Rouge, LA – Louisiana State University Student Dies In Two-Vehicle Crash on Nicholson Dr.

Baton Rouge, LA (July 16, 2019) – A local news source has confirmed that a student at Louisiana State University died in a two-vehicle wreck that occurred along Nicholson Drive this Tuesday, July 16^th.

According to the initial report, 19-year-old Sarah James, of Montz, St. Charles Parish, had been attempting to cross 4400 Nicholson Drive when, without warning, an oncoming 2001 GMC Yukon slammed into her.

Police sadly confirmed that, after she was transported to a local hospital, James succumbed to trauma and died.

No details about the driver who clipped the student have been revealed at this time.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Sarah James.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Baton Rouge

Car accidents can occur without warning and completely turn victims’ lives upside down. Incidents of this nature can be terrifying, and many people lose their lives as a result of negligence or impaired driving along roadways in Louisiana. In 2017, 760 traffic fatalities took place in the State of Louisiana, with 488 of these deaths involving passengers. In 212 cases that same year, alcohol was a factor behind the crashes.

If your loved one has sustained injuries in a car accident caused by the negligence or impairment of another driver, you and your family members may be entitled to compensation. In this case, it would be in your best interest to speak with a Louisiana attorney who is knowledgeable in wrongful death claims and car accident cases. For over 25 years, our team at Fisher Injury Lawyers have won a collected $125,000,000 for our clients and have won more than 98% of our cases over these two decades. To schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys, contact us at 225-766-1234.

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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.