On January 1st, 2025, a devastating attack shocked the nation as a joyous New Year’s celebration in New Orleans turned into a scene of horror. A vehicle plowed into revelers in what authorities have confirmed was a planned attack. The driver then opened fire, only to be stopped through the swift and heroic actions of the New Orleans Police Department.
As the city grapples with grief and mourns the lives lost, many are left asking a difficult question: how could something like this happen? In the days following the tragedy, investigations and media coverage have shed light on the events leading up to the attack. What has emerged is not only heartbreaking but deeply troubling—it appears this horrific event could have been prevented.
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Reports have since surfaced that outlined this very scenario as a serious threat. One report categorized such an attack as “highly possible while moderately probable.” These warnings detailed the potential risk and even offered straightforward, actionable solutions to prevent a tragedy of this nature. Unfortunately, it seems the very experts hired to assess these threats and develop solutions failed to deliver and execute an effective plan. It is for this reason that the Morris Bart law firm has filed a lawsuit on behalf of seven victims of the attack against two New Orleans city contractors along with the city of New Orleans.
As New Orleans begins to heal, this tragedy must serve as a wake-up call. The voices of those who raise alarms about public safety risks must be amplified, and actionable steps must be taken to ensure that no city has to endure such preventable heartbreak again.
“When you go to a doctor, you expect the doctor to know how to make you better. When you hire an expert infrastructure engineering firm to protect you from vehicles turning onto Bourbon Street and hitting pedestrians, you expect them to design a real solution,” said attorney Matthew Hemmer, who represents the victims on behalf of the firm. “That didn’t happen here.”
Have You Been Affected by the New Orleans New Year’s Truck Attack?
If you or a loved one were injured or killed in the terrible incident on January 1st in New Orleans, know that you are not alone. The attorneys at Morris Bart are ready and available to speak with you about your experience and offer you free review of what legal options may be available to you.
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