Speeding is one of the greatest risk factors on the road and is considered a negligent driving behavior. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2018, more than 9,000 people died in car accidents involving speeding.
Injuries caused by speeding drivers can range from minor to severe. Car accident injuries may result in costly medical bills, extensive recovery times, and other impacts on your life.
Fortunately, you may have options to recover compensation for these types of damages after a speeding accident in Lake Charles. If another driver’s negligence caused your accident, they might owe you compensation in a personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit.
A Lake Charles car accident lawyer from our firm may be able to help you with this process. To learn more in a free consultation with a member of our team, call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today.
Speeding Accident Liability
There are many potential consequences of speeding. Speeding can increase the distance a driver needs to stop, which could lead to a rear-end accident. Speeding drivers may lose control of their vehicles. Because speeding can also increase the force of impact in a collision, speeding accidents can be especially destructive.
It is important to note that you may be able to pursue compensation from the responsible driver in your accident even if they do not receive a speeding ticket. If you can establish that their negligence caused your accident, they may be responsible for your damages. Our personal injury lawyers in Lake Charles will build a strong case against the reckless driver.
Nearly any type of traffic law violation may establish driver negligence in a car accident case. In addition to speeding, these violations may include:
- Illegal turn or lane change
- Failure to yield
- Tailgating
- Running a red light or stop sign
Our Lake Charles rear-end accident lawyers can investigate your accident and collect evidence of the responsible party’s liability when we represent you.
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ClientThe Statute of Limitations in Louisiana
In order to pursue compensation from the at-fault driver, you may need to file a personal injury lawsuit. All personal injury lawsuits in the state of Louisiana carry a general one-year statute of limitations, according to the Louisiana Civil Code (CC) §3492. However, some exceptions may apply.
After the deadline to sue in your case passes, you may be unable to recover compensation for your damages.
Contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers now at (337) 777-7777 for a free case review with a member of our team. We can give you information about the specific deadlines in your case during this call.
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Rick Smith | ClientHow a Lake Charles Speeding Lawyer Can Help You
A Lake Charles speeding lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers may be able to help you through the legal process in a variety of ways. Our services may include:
Acting as Your Advocate
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can answer your questions, give you legal advice, and design a strategy for your case when we represent you. We can also keep you updated with important news or developments in your case so that you can focus your time and energy on your recovery.
Assessing Damages
“Damages” is the legal term for the compensation you may gain in a personal injury settlement. Compensation may be awarded based on the ways the injury has cost you both personally and financially.
Your lawyer can help you determine how the accident has affected your life and estimate the value of your damages.
Gathering Evidence
Supporting your claim may require evidence of how the responsible driver’s actions led to the accident and your injuries. Your lawyer can assist you in collecting the necessary evidence and documentation to build your claim.
This may entail pulling the police report, witness statements, and medical records, as well as calling in accident reconstruction experts to testify in your defense.
Filing Your Claim
Once your lawyer has collected all evidence, they can file your personal injury insurance claim and or lawsuit. Your lawyer can manage all communications, deadlines, and paperwork on your behalf during this process.
Fighting for Compensation
After submitting your claim, your lawyer may engage with the responsible party’s insurance company in settlement negotiations. If they are unwilling to make you a fair offer, your lawyer can take your case to trial and defend your rights before a jury or judge.
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ClientPotentially Recoverable Damages in a Car Accident Case
The damages that may be available in your car accident case may depend on factors such as your injuries and their impact on your life. In general, the following types of damages may be available in a personal injury claim:
- Compensation for your current and future accident-related medical expense
- Lost wages or benefits for the time when your injuries kept you from earning your normal income
- Property damage
- Reduced earning capability
- Disability
- Pain and suffering
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ClientContact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Today
If you have been injured in a car accident caused by a speeding driver, you do not need to face the legal process alone. You may be able to pursue compensation with the help of a Lake Charles speeding lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers.
Our lawyers understand the laws in Louisiana and how they affect people who file personal injury claims, including the laws on speeding.
There are no upfront payments required to work with Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. We operate on a contingency-fee-basis, meaning our clients do not pay us attorney fees unless and until we help them win their case and recover compensation. If we are unable to help you recover a settlement offer or court award, you are not required to pay us attorney fees.
For a free consultation on your case with a member of our team, contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today at (337) 777-7777.
