Motorcycle lane splitting is not legal in Louisiana. Therefore, if you were injured in an accident because a motorcyclist performed this maneuver, we could help you get compensation. Our investigative team will help you prove the cause of the accident and its subsequent costs. We will also help you build a convincing case file and …
The more complex or devastating your motorcycle accident was, the longer it can take to secure a settlement. Multiple parties may have played a role, which can require a lengthier investigation. Even if you can identify the liable party right away, the insurance companies often fight against paying out higher claims. In many cases, settlement …
Driving any vehicle without a proper license can result in stiff punishments if caught. In Louisiana, driving a motorcycle without a driver’s license or a motorcycle endorsement could result in fines and jail time. If you are involved in an accident, you could also face liability for injuries you caused on top of the penalties …
Unlike other states, you cannot get a motorcycle license without a driving license in Louisiana. Instead, you must obtain a motorcycle endorsement that will be added to your driving license. To get this endorsement, you can attend rider safety programs or take a written and road exam at your local Office of Motor Vehicles. Obtaining …
There is no average settlement figure for motorcycle accident cases. Because no two motorcycle accident victims will have identical financial expenses and losses, the value of your settlement might vary considerably from other injury victims. If you decide to work with a personal injury lawyer from our firm, we can discuss more about why there …
While you can sue someone personally after a motorcycle accident, you may have other options for seeking financial compensation. In many cases, you can file an insurance claim with the at-fault party’s insurer and avoid having to bring a lawsuit forward and go to court. Our law firm can help you file a lawsuit after …
How long you have to file a lawsuit after a motorcycle accident will depend on several factors. The most important factor is your location. In Louisiana, you likely have only one year to file your injury lawsuit, per CC §3492. There are also other deadlines you may need to consider. For example, suppose the vehicle …
If you were involved in an accident caused by lane splitting, the fault for the collision belongs to the negligent driver. In most states across the country, lane splitting is illegal, which might result in each involved vehicle and motorcycle driver bearing partial responsibility for the accident. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data defines …
In the vast majority – approximately two thirds – of multiple-vehicle motorcycle accidents, the accident was caused by the vehicle driver violating the motorcycle driver’s right-of-way, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data. Identifying the main reason for motorcycle accidents and the cause of the accident you were involved in may help you …
