There were 13 fatal motor vehicle accidents in Acadia Parish in 2019, in addition to 436 accidents that resulted in an injury, according to data from Louisiana State University.
If you were involved in an accident on the roads of Branch, then you may have:
- Sustained serious injuries with long-term health complications
- Lost a loved one
- Suffered significant financial fallout from the collision
If one or more parties are responsible for your accident, then they could be found financially liable for your economic and noneconomic damages. A Branch car accident lawyer can examine the details of your situation and determine a course of action that gets you compensated for your losses. To get started with a free case review, call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today at (337) 777-7777.
Louisiana Has a High Rate of Auto Accidents
As long as people drive motor vehicles, then accidents will be an unfortunate reality on our nation’s roads. However, Louisiana has its own set of unique hazards that could injure motorists and their passengers. According to the Louisiana Department of Insurance, the number of crashes on Louisiana’s roads significantly outpaces the national average.
Some factors that may increase the risk of driving in Branch and greater Louisiana include:
- A higher rate of drunk driving and drunk driving-related deaths than the national average, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Poor upkeep of critical infrastructure throughout Louisiana, especially in more rural areas, per The Advocate.
- Major annual events such as Mardi Gras, which could lead to traffic congestion and drunk driving.
Your Branch car accident lawyer will need to review the evidence in your case to determine what factors contributed to your collision.
Actions That Could Heighten Auto Accident Risk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that most car accidents can be tied back to driver error. With this information in mind, your lawyer will begin investigating your case by determining what elements contributed to the crash.
Some actions or behaviors that may have caused your accident include:
- Engaging in distracted driving, which can include any activity that draws a motorist’s attention away from the road
- Failing to adhere to posted traffic signals and guidelines
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or fatigue
- Tailgating
- Engaging in road rage
- Failing to maintain a roadworthy vehicle
- Failing to respond appropriately to inclement weather conditions
Any of these behaviors (and others we have not listed here) may qualify as negligence if they result in an accident that causes injury or death.
To learn more about how a Branch car accident lawyer can establish negligence, call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today at (337) 777-7777.
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ClientA Successful Case Must be Built on Negligence
For your case to be successful, your legal team must prove that the accident was caused by another party’s negligence. Our goal is to demonstrate that because of another party’s negligent actions, they should be financially responsible for your incurred losses.
Your Branch car accident lawyer must establish that:
The Other Party Had a Duty of Care
The moment someone gets behind the wheel, they undertake a duty of care. This obligation means that the driver must take actions that promote the safety and wellbeing of others.
The Other Party Violated Their Duty of Care
Let’s say that a motorist reached for their phone to answer a text while driving. This simple action would constitute as breaching their duty of care since they were undertaking an action that could result in a collision.
The Other Party Caused the Accident
Your legal team must prove that because the other party breached their duty of care, they caused the accident that resulted in your injuries and financial losses.
You Have Incurred Damages From the Collision
You need to have quantifiable damages stemming from the collision. For example, if a motorist merged into your lane and almost hit you, you would not have the grounds for a lawsuit, since their actions did not result in any damages. Your medical bills, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity can all be used to support the damages portion of your case.
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Rick Smith | ClientCompensation in a Successful Branch Car Accident Case
After establishing negligence, your lawyer will assign a monetary value to the overall cost of your accident-related expenses. Not only does this include your medical bills and lost wages, but also for pain and suffering.
Some compensable items you may be seeking recovery for include:
- Your medical expenses, including the cost of hospitalization and follow-up care
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Property damage
- Childcare costs, if your injuries prevented you from caring for any minor children
- Pain and suffering and inconvenience
- Emotional trauma
- Dismemberment
- Disfigurement
- Disability
Under Louisiana Civil Code 3492, you generally have two years from the date of the collision to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party. If you do not, you will likely be unable to take your case to court.
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ClientWhat Your Branch Car Accident Lawyer Can Do For You
Your legal team’s ultimate goal is to get you compensated for the cost of your collision-related expenses. At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we take the outcome of your case just as seriously as you do.
To promote your case’s success, your legal team may perform a variety of services, including:
- Estimating the cost of your economic and noneconomic damages
- Handling all correspondence with the involved parties and their insurers
- Collecting evidence to assign liability and fault
- Negotiating for a fair settlement
- Advising you on your legal options and state-mandated deadlines
- Taking your case to court, if necessary
Our team wants to get started promoting your legal interests today. To get started with a free case review, call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today at (337) 777-7777.
