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Louisiana has one of the worst records for driving deaths caused by distracted drivers in the entire United States. As WGNO reports, even though overall driving deaths decreased in 2020, likely because of reduced traffic thanks to Covid, the number of fatalities from distracted driving still rose by 12%. Even with fewer people on the …
If you carry the minimum insurance required in your home state of Louisiana and you get in an accident in the U.S. while driving out-of-state, you are still insured. Even if the minimum motor vehicle insurance requirement is different in the state in which your accident occurs, generally, your car insurance covers out-of-state accidents. Getting …
The website of Uber Technologies, Inc. describes the rideshare service as “the best way to get around” and stresses the importance of finding “a reliable ride to a safe destination.”
When your car is damaged in an accident, its value can go down even after it was repaired. If you decide to sell your vehicle at any point in the future, disclosing the fact that it had been in an accident can mean a lower profit for you. This is your car’s diminished value. When …
Many drivers are hesitant to file an uninsured motorist claim with their insurance company because they fear the increase in premiums.
After a car accident, you can get a copy of your police report online by paying a small monetary fee to Louisiana State Police. A copy of your report can take up to a week to be delivered via email as a downloadable file. Depending on the readiness of your report, it can sometimes be …
Child safety on the road is a serious matter in Louisiana, and the state imposes strict laws about when a child must be in a car seat. The state also mandates the age and weight at which a child can graduate from a car seat. As a parent, if you were conscientious about car seat …
According to Louisiana law, if a driver is involved in a car accident and leaves the scene without taking responsibility for his actions or sharing specific information with you and local police, they are guilty of a hit and run. Of which, the at-fault driver will face financial penalties and fines from the state. In …
Most motor vehicle collisions seemingly occur out of nowhere, and even minor car accidents can be traumatic for the motorists and passengers involved.
Car accidents are often associated with brain injuries, broken bones, and paralysis, but the emotional trauma of a serious collision can be just as arduous as the physical wounds.
Louisiana is a pure comparative negligence state, which means that after most car accidents, the damages will be paid by the driver(s) who caused the crash based on their percentage of fault.
Calculating economic damages, such as medical bills and lost wages, is fairly straightforward when building a personal injury claim, but what about determining non-economic damages like pain and suffering?
There is a difference between driving without a license physically on you versus driving without having a valid license. Driving without a license physically in your possession can result in a citation and a fine. However, if you can present a digital photograph or other proof of a valid license, the court may dismiss the …
If you are involved in an accident with an Uber driver, you may be eligible for compensation. You may have been a passenger in the Uber vehicle or another driver or passenger whose car is struck by an Uber driver. Whatever the case may be, you could qualify to seek an accident settlement from Uber …
You may be able to receive compensation through a Lyft accident settlement after suffering injuries in an accident involving a Lyft driver. Financial recovery may be possible whether you were a passenger in the Lyft vehicle or another driver on the road. Once you determine who is at fault for the accident, you can file …
If you suffered injuries in a single-car accident, a third party could be at fault. Not all single-vehicle crashes are caused by the involved driver. Liability could rest with another motorist, a vehicle’s manufacturer, the owner of the roadway, or another entity. What Causes Single – Car Accidents? Anytime we get behind the wheel, various …
Car accidents without insurance in New Orleans, Louisiana, are often more complicated than other accidents. However, you still have the right to seek monetary compensation. A car accident lawyer can help you navigate any challenges and fight for a financial award. A Car Accident Attorney Can Help You Recover Compensation You have one year from …
Car accidents involving leased cars have many similarities to other types of motor vehicle accidents. You should still exchange all pertinent information with the other driver, and you still have the right to sue the other driver for monetary compensation. Our Car Accident Lawyers Can Help You With Your Leased Car Accident Case Traffic accidents …
Deadly crashes on the Atchafalaya Bridge are all too common. The Interstate-10 bridge stretches over the Atchafalaya Basin in Louisiana and is the scene of countless accidents involving injury and death every year. A serious crash on the bridge often stops traffic for hours, but a deadly crash changes people’s lives forever. If you lost …
We’ve been talking about delays on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge due to resurfacing after a car fire last year. Now there’s been a second car fire, though much smaller than the one involving a lumber load. WBRZ reported on the incident. The car fire happened on I-10 West on Monday. The fire happened on the …
You would think that with all of the construction on I-10, that would be the last place you would want to get into a high-speed chase. Yet that’s exactly what happened earlier this month. NOLA.com reported on the chase. A man from Naples, Florida was arrested for stealing a company truck and other charges after …
A motor vehicle collision can be difficult for all parties involved. Although it may seem intimidating, it is important to reach out to your insurance company quickly following a vehicle accident. Filing an insurance claim is the first step toward financial recovery. What You Need to File a Claim Before filing a claim, you must …
Starting in August, Louisiana child seat laws will undergo some significant changes due to the implementation of Louisiana Senate Bill 76. Old Child Restraint Requirements Under previous legislation, children who were one year or younger or weighed less than twenty pounds were required to sit in a rear facing safety seat. Children between ages one …
On the morning of Wednesday, May 22nd, Louisiana State Troopers responded to a fatal accident on 1-10 in a road construction zone. The incident occurred around 5:00 am as the victim, a construction worker, was performing his duties in the work zone. At this time, the driver has not been charged, and investigations are still …
It is becoming more and more common that the driver of a car may not own it. With a plethora of car renting apps, from ZipCar to Maven, rental services such as Enterprise, and cases in which a person borrows a friend or family member’s car, the person behind the wheel may not be listed …
