Accident Victims Must File Their Distracted Driving Before the Statute of Limitations Expires
According to the CC 3493.1, you generally have two years after your accident to file a lawsuit against the responsible party. Therefore, if you were in a Lake Charles car accident within the last year, you might still have time to file your case before the statute of limitations expires.
Try to file as soon as possible because doing so may give your legal team enough time to gather evidence to build a strong case. Evidence may include:
- Police report: A police report is a detailed account of the accident. It contains information such as the date and time of the collision, the location, the parties involved, and any witnesses. It may also include the officer’s opinion on the cause of the accident. The police report can be used as evidence in your case and help establish liability.
- Photographs: Photos of the accident scene, vehicle damage, and injuries can be used to show the collision’s severity.
- Video surveillance: Surveillance footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras can provide valuable information about the accident and the at-fault driver’s actions.
- Eyewitness statements: Witnesses who saw the accident can provide testimony to support your case.
- Expert testimony: Experts such as accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, and engineers can provide testimony to help establish the accident’s cause and the severity of your injuries.
- Dashcam footage: If you have a dashcam in your vehicle, the footage can be used to show what happened during the accident and identify the at-fault party.
- Doctor statements: Statements from your doctors and other healthcare professionals can be used to document the extent of your accident injuries and their long-term impact on your life.
- Mechanic or body shop statements: Statements from your mechanic or body shop can help prove the extent of the damage to your vehicle and the repair costs.
Our Lake Charles personal injury lawyers need time to gather evidence on your behalf. So allow our team to review your case at no cost to you.