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Distracted Driving Cases Our Law Firm Handles

Our personal injury lawyers in Alexandria recommend taking the following steps after an accident:

  • Texting or calling
  • Eating or drinking while driving
  • Personal grooming/applying makeup
  • Looking at a map or GPS
  • Careless driving with friends
  • Adjusting dashboard controls
  • Handling children or pets

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving occurs “when an object or activity diverts attention” from operating the vehicle. Risky behaviors can quickly cause a person to take their eyes or attention off the road to focus on the distraction. Regardless of how your accident occurred, we can take on your case. An Alexandria distracted driving accident attorney can investigate your accident, establish fault and liability, calculate your damages, and fight for a fair settlement. Call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers to get a free case assessment.

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Proving the Other Driver Was Distracted

Regardless of how obvious it seemed that the other person was distracted, proving your claim can be challenging. However, there are ways to demonstrate that the reason for your accident was distracted driving. Our lawyers can obtain evidence that demonstrates that the other driver’s attention was elsewhere. Evidence of distracted driving may include:

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Cell Phone Records

Although it is not always easy to obtain phone records, we may be able to petition a court to subpoena records if the insurance company denies your claim and you wish to file a lawsuit. A police officer may also request phone records if they suspect that the other person was using their phone while driving.

2

Social Media Activity

Sometimes a driver will leave an electronic trail of their activity. If the person was emailing, using social media, or engaging in a phone app while driving, we may be able to find evidence that shows that they were focused on a device.

3

Eyewitness Testimony

It is not difficult to spot someone who is distracted while driving. A witness may have seen the other driver looking down at their phone or dashboard, turned around toward a passenger, or goofing off while driving.

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Police Report

A law enforcement officer may include suspicions or observations in their police report. They may also question the other driver who confesses to distracted driving. We can obtain a copy of the report as evidence to support your claim. We may also be able to view any photos or surveillance camera footage of the driver’s activities just before the accident.

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Potentially Recoverable Compensation in Your Case

Being injured from another person’s negligence or careless actions can be expensive. By partnering with an Alexandria distracted driving accident lawyer, you increase the likelihood of obtaining a favorable financial result in your case. In addition to healing from your physical injuries, you may incur financial losses and suffer from mental and emotional anguish. In addition, your injuries can affect your household.

We can help you recover your financial losses. You may be entitled to claim the following:

  • Hospital and medical costs
  • Total lost income (wages, benefits, retirement, bonuses, etc.)
  • Mental and emotional distress
  • Physical suffering
  • Disability/long-term care
  • Loss of future earnings or employment
  • Property damages

Compensation in Wrongful Death Cases

Distracted driving can lead to catastrophic accidents that end in fatality. If you lost a loved one as a result of distracted driving, your family may be eligible to recover all accident-related losses. Damages may include burial/funeral costs, pre-death medical expenses, or pain and suffering of the deceased.

A fatal accident lawyer in Alexandria from our team will also explore how the victim’s death affected your family. You may be able to claim lost household income, lost retirement, or other lost benefits. We understand that nothing can replace the loss of a family member. Our goal is simply to help you recover your financial losses and see that justice is served.

Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases in Louisiana

CC 3493.1 imposes a two-year statute of limitations on all personal injury cases, including car accidents. You have two years from the date of your injuries to pursue compensation for your damages by filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party (or their insurance company).

If you fail to file a lawsuit within this timeline, you may no longer be eligible to recover your damages. Our law firm can gather all documents and prepare your claim. We can ensure that you file your claim by the deadline and that you adhere to all regulations related to your case.

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