Did you lose a loved one in a car accident? Louisiana law gives you the right to hold negligent drivers financially accountable. A Broussard fatal car accident lawyer can help you demand the compensation you deserve.
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers is a law firm that believes in fighting for good people facing tragic situations through no fault of their own. Our legal team has more than 350 years of combined experience in Louisiana personal injury law. We’ve taken on large insurers and corporations for our clients. We’re not afraid to go the distance to help you get proper compensation after losing a loved one in an auto accident.
Fatal Car Accident Lawyers with a Track Record
Choosing an attorney to demand damages on your behalf is an important decision that will significantly impact your case. The importance of that decision is only magnified when you’re seeking compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one.
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers doesn’t just have experience fighting fatal car accident and wrongful death cases; we have experience winning them. Our firm has won over $200,000,000 on behalf of our clients in cases involving wrongful death, car accidents, and lost revenue. Some of our verdicts and settlements include:
- $23,000,000 wrongful death judgment
- $10,400,000 for lost revenue
- $3,300,000 for lost revenue
We can’t guarantee a result in your case, but we do promise we will mount a determined, organized, and comprehensive effort to help you receive compensation for your loss. Going up against big insurance companies or law firms doesn’t intimidate us. We’ll fight for you for as long as it takes.
Laborde Earles injury was great for me they took care of me very fast and professional. If for any reason I need legal help they will be who I use.
ClientHow Our Broussard Fatal Car Accident Lawyer Can Help
Collecting damages after losing a loved one in a fatal accident is not as simple as demanding money from the negligent party. You must prove the party you are seeking damages from caused the accident through negligence. This is where a fatal car accident attorney can help you. As part of our fight to prove liability, we can do the following:
- Gather evidence – This can include interviewing witnesses, reviewing police reports, and locating other evidence (e.g., video surveillance of the accident) that can help prove your case
- Identifying the liable party
- Identifying your damages
- Making a formal demand for damages from the negligent party
- Representing you and your family in settlement negotiations with the negligent party, their insurance company, and/or legal representatives
- Filing your case properly
- Calculating your economic and non-economic damages
- Representing you and your loved ones in trial if we don’t reach a settlement
More importantly, our fatal accident lawyers will keep you posted and help you understand where we are at every stage of the process. We realize the loss of a loved one is incredibly traumatic. That’s why we’re committed to treating you with understanding and compassion.
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 | ClientWho Can Be Held Liable in a Fatal Car Accident?
Most fatal car accidents are caused by negligence on the part of another motorist. Examples of negligence behind the wheel that can lead to a fatal accident include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Driving at excessive rates of speed
- Following too closely
- Distracted driving (e.g., driving while texting or using a mobile phone)
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Reckless driving (e.g., racing)
- Unsafe lane changes
Although many of these offenses are also violations of the vehicle code that drivers can be cited for, a driver can still cause a fatal accident without violating the vehicle code. For example, the maximum speed limit is the maximum safe speed for normal road conditions.
Even if the driver in your fatal accident case wasn’t over the speed limit, we could still show they were driving too quickly for the road conditions at the time of the accident. In addition, there are other non-driver-negligence causes of fatal accidents, such as faulty tires or exploding airbags. Our fatal accident attorneys will look at the totality of the circumstances in your accident and pursue all the negligent parties.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientWhat Are the Damages in a Fatal Car Accident?
There is usually a long list of damages when you lose a loved one in a fatal car accident. Louisiana law breaks down damages into two distinct categories. The first category, economic damages, covers the financial hardship you suffered as a result of losing your loved one. Examples of economic damages after a fatal accident include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Medical expenses
- Funeral costs
- Repair costs for any damaged property (e.g., the car your loved one was traveling in at the time of the accident)
- Replacement costs for any property that was destroyed or declared a total loss
- A lifetime of lost income (adjusted for salary increases, promotions, and retirement benefits)
The second classification of damages in Louisiana is known as “non-economic damages.” This is compensation for the pain and suffering, mental anguish, and reduced quality of life you and your family endured with the loss of your loved one. Although non-economic damages don’t have a “hard” dollar amount, our fatal car accident lawyers will work closely with you and your family to formulate an appropriate amount to demand for these damages.
They treated us like no other people would. Whenever we needed something they were there for us. I put my trust in them and I don’t regret it.
ClientAre Broussard Fatal Car Accident Attorneys Expensive?
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers understands your concern about attorney’s fees can play a big factor in what attorney you choose. However, we don’t believe that a lack of funding should stand between you and the legal representation you deserve. We believe in our clients, and we want them to believe in us. If we’re fortunate enough to take your fatal accident case, we’ll handle it on a contingency basis.
Our attorneys will handle your case from start to finish, and you don’t have to worry about a fee for our services unless we win your case or collect a settlement.
We’ll put our energy into holding the negligent party accountable for your loss so you can focus on yourself and your family. Reach out to Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers about your fatal accident case. We’ll fight for you until the end.
Work with Our Affordable Firm in the Lafayette Metropolitan Area
Losing a loved one in a car accident is a traumatic experience that will affect your life for years to come. It’s only natural that you would have questions after a tragedy like this. What is your case worth? How much do fatal car accident attorneys cost? We can help you find answers to these questions during a free consultation with a team member.
