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Lafayette Common Causes of Car Accidents

Car accidents have a variety of common causes in Lafayette. Many crashes stem from driver distraction by talking on the phone, texting, social media, or conversing with passengers. Additionally, failure to follow the rules of the road places motorists at risk for a wreck. Running a red light, taking a left turn without yielding, drifting through a stop sign, and merging without looking can all lead to serious accidents and devastating injuries.

If you were hurt in a crash caused by another driver, you may be able to recover compensation. Reach out to an experienced auto accident attorney to discuss your situation.

How the Cause of an Accident Impacts a Case

How an accident occurred can make an enormous difference in the process and outcome of a resulting personal injury case. For example, if the at-fault driver violated a rule of the road, it can be easier for the victim and their attorney to prove negligence. For example, if the defendant was speeding at the time of the crash, it can serve as powerful evidence that they were acting in an unreasonable and unsafe manner. Likewise, if the at-fault driver ran a red light or otherwise broke the law, it can be easier to prove negligence.

Impaired Driving Collisions

Special considerations apply in car accident cases in which the at-fault driver was intoxicated or impaired. As in other cases, the defendant’s violation of the law can serve as evidence of negligence and support a victim’s claim. However, Louisiana allows victims of drunk driving accidents to recover extra compensation. In addition to compensatory damages, victims can recovery exemplary, or punitive, damages. This can make a case more complicated, but it can dramatically increase the total compensation which a plaintiff may be eligible for. A knowledgeable attorney could further explain how the cause of a collision could impact settlement negotiations or trials.

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How an Auto Crash Attorney Could Help

The days following a serious accident often feel overwhelming. Victims may be in pain and forced to miss work, and they may be bombarded with calls from insurance adjusters looking for statements. An attorney could provide valuable support at this time. They could handle insurance negotiations on the victim’s behalf to prevent misstatements and preserve the right to maximum compensation. Call the Lafayette personal injury lawyers at the Law Offices of Laborde Earles for a free consultation.

They could step in to gather evidence in support of a claim by taking photographs, speaking to witnesses, and sending out spoliation letters designed to preserve evidence. For example, a spoliation letter could ask the other side to keep or maintain vehicles in their current condition or pull out the data recorders and black boxes.  Additionally, an attorney could facilitate all necessary medical treatment.

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Consult With a Lafayette Auto Crash Attorney

Regardless of the cause of your car accident, you may have the right to hold the at-fault driver accountable for your losses. However, personal injury claims can be complex and difficult to pursue alone. For guidance and support throughout the settlement or trial process, many victims choose to retain an experienced attorney. Lawyers could handle all the details of your case while you focus on healing. Call today to schedule a consultation.

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