Types of Recoverable Damages in Louisiana

If your case succeeds, you could recover compensation for your losses. The cost of your damages will rest on a variety of factors specific to your case, including the extent of your injuries and the type of incident you were involved in. You may stand to gain financial compensation for the following expenses:

  • Hospital bills
  • Mechanic shop costs (if applicable)
  • Other medical costs (e.g., ambulance expenses and prescription drugs
  • Lost or diminished income
  • Pain and suffering and inconvenience
  • Mental anguish
  • Disability
  • Disfigurement

Depending on the nature of your case, you may be able to recover the cost of your expenses through an insurance settlement or personal injury lawsuit. However, some insurance companies will try to fight you on each individual expense, which can be difficult to handle on your own. At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we want to stand by your side throughout the financial recovery process. Call us today for your free consultation.

Our Legal Team’s Practice Areas

When you call us today, you will have the chance to discuss your case with a member of our team. They can give more clarity regarding your legal options and explain how a lawyer may be able to assist you.
Some of our team’s practice areas include:

  • Truck accidents
  • Maritime accidents
  • Car accidents
  • Product liability
  • Dog bites
  • Dangerous drugs
  • Defective devices
  • Mass torts
  • Premises liability incidents
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Wrongful death

Your lawyer will need to use relevant pieces of information to establish fault and liability for your case. Forms of evidence could include statements from your doctor, photos and videos of property damage, and eyewitness testimony.

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Liability for Your Morse Personal Injury Case

Louisiana operates on a modified comparative fault system under Louisiana Civil Code 2323. Each party is responsible for damages in proportion to their percentage of fault, but a person can only recover compensation if they are less than 51% at fault.

For example, if a speeding driver hits the broad side of a car making a left turn, and the speeding driver is found 90% at fault while the other driver is 10% at fault, the speeding driver would not be able to recover any damages. Only the driver with 10% fault could recover, reduced by their share of responsibility.

If you are interested in finding out more about how liability works in Morse, Louisiana, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can handle your phone inquiry at your earliest convenience. We can connect you to a member of our team who can explain how a Morse personal injury lawyer can promote your legal goals.

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Louisiana’s Statute of Limitations and Your Case

Time is one of the biggest factors in regard to filing a lawsuit. If you wait too long to take action, the state will no longer allow your case to be heard. In Louisiana, you typically have a two-year period to file a lawsuit for damages, per Louisiana Civil Code 3492. There may be some exceptions that give you more time to act. Our team can explain those exceptions when you call us today.

When working with our team at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we will work to file your case within the state’s statute of limitations, if time permits. We proactively prepare for each deadline and share them with you in advance. We strive to educate and inform our clients about the legal process while fighting for their rights to the best of our ability.

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How a Morse Personal Injury Lawyer Can Assist You

Every Morse personal injury attorney at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can provide many different services tailored to the unique aspects of your case. We encourage you to take swift legal action because evidence collection has to begin immediately, or your case risks being devalued. Our team can:

  • Manage the deadlines involved with your case
  • Gather relevant forms of evidence
  • Consult with field experts regarding the cause of your injuries
  • Handle negotiations with the insurance company
  • Evaluate the cost of your expenses
  • File a lawsuit and represent you in court

We may be able to help you in ways that we have not described here.

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We Provide Contingency-Fee Representation

When considering legal action, you may have some concerns regarding the cost of hiring a lawyer. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, meaning that you do not have to pay any hourly fees or retainers to get our help. You only owe us our attorney’s fees if your case is successful. We do this to demonstrate our commitment to your legal interests.

Learn More About Your Recovery Options Today

The sooner you start your case review, the sooner we can start fighting for your rights. We want to handle your legal responsibilities so you can focus on your health and recovery. To begin your free consultation with Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, contact us online.

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