When you have an accident, it can be unsettling to your life. There are sometimes severe consequences when accidents occur. Some people are traumatized emotionally after an accident, making them fearful about driving. When you have your property damaged and become injured due to an accident, you deserve fair compensation.
The results of any type of accident can be traumatizing. Whether you underwent severe bodily harm or simply emotional pain and suffering, you may be able to collect financial damages. The Legal Information Institute defines damages as “the sum of money the law imposes for a breach of some duty or violation of some right.”
It’s particularly frustrating when an accident is the result of a faulty or neglected vehicle maintenance. When this situation leads to your vehicle getting damaged, you can obtain help from an Andrew faulty or neglected vehicle maintenance lawyer. A lawyer will assist you as you rebuild your life. We will look over your case, gather evidence, and work out a fair settlement on your behalf. Our mission is to make sure you are properly represented and help you move forward with life.
Begin seeking the help of Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today. We will advise you upfront about what you can expect in your case. We do not charge any fees unless a fair agreement is reached. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will go over the details of your case when you call our office today at (337) 777-7777.
Types of Faulty or Neglected Vehicle Maintenance
There are two ways you may get into an accident due to faulty or neglected vehicle maintenance. Let us look at both of these ways and who the responsible party is:
Your Car Is the Issue
There is a possibility that your car could have a malfunctioning part or that it received faulty maintenance work. This could result in the car not operating correctly and causing an accident. From a defective brake job to a bad front-end alignment, several factors could affect your vehicle’s operation. When such a thing happens, the vehicle repair shop could be held liable.
The Other Car Is the Issue
When another car loses control due to faulty or neglected vehicle maintenance, then they are responsible for the damages that occurred. You will not need to worry about whether you need to go after the individual car insurance or the repair shop’s insurance—your Andrew faulty or neglected vehicle maintenance lawyer will work out all the details for you, ensuring you get the best deal possible.
At the Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we will go over your case for free and work with you on a contingency basis. Contact us today at (337) 777-7777 to discuss your situation.
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ClientYour Lawyer Will Build Your Case
If you were involved in an accident involving faulty or neglected vehicle parts, then call to see how we can build a case on your behalf. The steps involved are as followed:
Establishing Duty of Care
Your lawyer will show that the other party owed you a “duty of care.” This simply means that they owed you the courtesy of not harming you. Such as how when driving, one driver owes another driver a duty of care not to crash. When someone repairs your car, they owe you a duty of care not to harm you via how they leave your vehicle, per your service agreement.
Showing Breach of Duty
This is the part that involves showing the other party was negligent in some way. You must also show that the other’s party’s negligence led to the car malfunction and subsequent accident.
Your lawyer will collect evidence to support your testimony, such as:
- Written and verbal statements
- Police and medical reports
- Relevant photos and/or videos
Showing Causation
Finally, your lawyer will link your injuries and the property damage you incurred in the accident to the action or inaction of the other party (for example, that the other driver was intoxicated).
I thank God for Digger & David. I don’t know what we would have done if it hadn’t have been for them.
Rick Smith | ClientDamages You May Recover in an Accident Case
You may be wondering what types of damages you are able to collect in a case like this. Louisiana Civil Code 3492 states that you generally have one year to file your lawsuit to seek damages. Some of the damages you can recover include:
- Medical expenses
- Emotional pain and suffering
- Lost earnings
- Loss of consortium
- Permanent disability
If you lost a loved one to an accident, we are deeply sorry. Lean on us to help you pursue justice and financial damages to help you pay off any accident-related bills via a wrongful death claim. You may be able to collect funeral costs, medical expenses, loss of future income, and loss of companionship.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientSpeak with a Lawyer About Your Options
You have the right to retain an Andrew faulty or neglected vehicle maintenance lawyer to represent you and preserve your rights moving forward. We can negotiate with insurance companies in an attempt to keep you out of the courtroom. However, we can represent you at trial if the need arises.
We will manage all the tedious tasks that go into making a case. Some of these jobs include managing paperwork, responding to emails, communicating with all relevant parties, and filing forms and documents. You can focus on healing and getting your life back in order.
At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we are ready to help you in this difficult time. Our lawyers will provide legal advice and a helping hand. Take the next steps today by accepting a free no-obligation case consultation. We do not charge until we reach an agreeable settlement or secure you a fair judgement. Call (337) 777-7777 for more information.