Gordon McKernan to host free child safety seat checks in Baton Rouge
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office and the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force will host a free child safety seat inspection event Sept. 26 in Baton Rouge. The event is tied to National Seat Check Saturday and includes free inspections, hands-on installation help and a limited number of car seats for pre-registered Louisiana families.
Why it matters: - Properly installed child safety seats can reduce the risk of injury in a crash. - The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission estimates three out of four child restraints in Louisiana are used incorrectly. - Free inspections and installation help can close a common safety gap for families.
What happened: - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is partnering with the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office and the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force for a second annual free child safety seat inspection event. - The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to noon in Baton Rouge. - The inspection event will take place at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, 5656 Hilton Ave. - The event recognizes National Seat Check Saturday.
The details: - Certified technicians will provide free child safety seat inspections. - Technicians will also offer hands-on help for parents and caregivers installing child safety seats correctly. - Families can stop by during the event to have seats checked and learn proper use. - A limited number of child safety seats will be available for Louisiana families who registered in advance. - Gordon McKernan said the goal is to help families make sure children travel safely.
Between the lines: - The event combines public safety outreach with direct, practical assistance. - The pre-registration requirement for some car seats suggests demand may exceed supply. - The partnership with local law enforcement and a state safety task force adds credibility and reach.
What's next: - Families in Baton Rouge can attend the Sept. 26 event for free checks and installation support. - People with questions can call (225) 888-8888 or visit more information. - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys said it has offices in Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Hammond, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Metairie, Monroe, Shreveport and Zachary.
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