Lake Charles Personal Injury Lawyer

If you’ve suffered a personal injury, you could face costly medical bills and life-altering consequences such as loss of mobility, the inability to work, and intense pain. However, if someone else’s negligence injured you, a Lake Charles personal injury lawyer from our law offices can assist you in the legal process.

With over $600 million in compensation secured for our clients, our attorneys work tirelessly to ensure you receive maximum compensation. Our firm has 250 years of combined experience, so you can feel confident that your case is in good hands. In addition, our legal team handles cases on contingency, meaning you don’t pay unless we win.

Get in touch with us today to schedule a free case evaluation.

What Our Lake Charles Personal Injury Firm Can Do for You

If you were injured because of someone else’s negligent or reckless actions, you are entitled to fair compensation for your losses and damages. You also may be able to collect wrongful death damages if a loved one died due to a negligent party’s actions (or inaction).

A personal injury attorney from our Lake Charles office can help your case in the following ways:

Gather evidence: Our team will collect evidence to support your case, including medical records, the police report, pictures or surveillance video from the scene, eyewitness statements, etc.
Determine your case’s value: Your attorney will help you place a value on your case that includes all your damages. We fight hard for the compensation you will need now and in the future.
Handle all communications: We will communicate with the insurance companies and the other side’s lawyer so you don’t have to deal with the stress.
Negotiate a fair settlement: While the insurance company may pressure you to take the first offer, our team is ready to fight for the financial recovery you deserve.
Take the case to trial: If the other side’s insurance company refuses to settle, our attorneys will go to trial and argue your case before a judge and jury.
Never leave you in the dark: Our firm will never leave you wondering about the progress of your case or where it stands. We are here 24/7 to answer any of your questions or concerns.

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Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

When you choose Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers to represent you, you get over 250 years of combined legal experience from our dedicated personal injury attorneys. We handle various personal injury cases, including the following:

If you lost a loved one due to negligence, please accept our deepest sympathies. You may be entitled to compensation for loss of companionship and any financial contributions your family member made before their death. We can discuss the details of a potential wrongful death claim during your initial legal consultation.

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Compensation You Could Recover in Your Personal Injury Case

One of the first steps to recover compensation in a Louisiana personal injury case is to file a claim. Legal claims alleging injury allow individuals to recover damages for the harm associated with their injuries.

You could receive money and possibly other compensation if someone harmed you because they were negligent.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are the financial losses you suffered from the accident and subsequent injury. They can include:

Current and future medical expenses
Assistive medical devices
Lost wages
Reduced earning capacity
Property damage
In-home assistance
Other out-of-pocket costs

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages account for the physical and emotional toll the accident-related injury has taken on you. They can include:

Pain and suffering
Mental anguish
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life
Loss of companionship
Disability or disfigurement

Monetary compensation after a serious injury could be substantial. This is because, with a few exceptions, Lake Charles typically places no damage caps on personal injury lawsuits.

A personal injury lawyer from our firm can help you explore your legal options and potential damages before filing legal action. We handle cases on a contingency basis, and our initial legal consultation is completely free.

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Do Not Delay in Filing Your Southwest Louisiana Injury Lawsuit

To file a personal injury lawsuit in Louisiana, potential plaintiffs must follow the state’s deadline for filing their actions in civil court.

Statute of limitations for personal injury: The deadline is one year from the injury date, per CC Art. 3492.

Statute of limitations for wrongful death: The deadline is one year from the date of the decedent’s death, per CC Art. 2315.2.

If you fail to file a claim within this one-year window, you will likely lose your chance to file a lawsuit, even if you or your loved one sustained a catastrophic injury. However, an experienced lawyer from our Lake Charles personal injury law firm will file your lawsuit within the statutory deadline.

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Our Personal Injury Case Results Speak for Themselves

Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers has helped personal injury victims recover substantial settlements and verdicts. Whether negotiating a settlement with the insurance company or taking the case to trial, we stop at nothing to get our clients what they need to move forward after an injury.

Here are just a few examples of the verdicts and settlements we have recovered for past clients:

$23,000,000: This was a court judgment we won in the wrongful death of a mother.
$5,500,000: This compensation was awarded to a maritime worker we represented who was injured on the job.
$2,700,000: We negotiated this settlement for an injured person involved in an 18-wheeler accident.
$1,200,000: This was a trial verdict we achieved for our client after a motorcycle accident.
$500,000: This compensation was for wrongful death due to medical malpractice.

Our team has a proven track record, and we will use our legal experience to fight for compensation in your case.

We realize that every case is unique, so one of our personal injury attorneys will analyze the details of your case, determine its value, and file an insurance claim or lawsuit on your behalf.

Most Common Types of Personal Injury Cases in Lake Charles

As we mentioned earlier, we handle many different types of accidents. Some of the most common personal injury accidents that lead to legal action involve dog attacks, motor vehicle accidents, and dangerous properties. All these incidents could lead to compensable injuries.

Dog Bites

Lake Charles dog owners are “strictly liable” for injuries their dog causes an individual. Here it does not matter if the dog has never been aggressive or dangerous in the past. If a dog bites or attacks, the owner is most likely responsible and could be liable for any resulting injuries.

Automobile Accidents

In motor vehicle collisions, accident victims must have the proper auto insurance to recover damages in a personal injury claim. However, if an injured party does not have insurance, they may still be able to pursue compensation. This rule typically only applies in cases where medical bills exceed $10,000.

Premises Liability

If a person sustains an injury due to dangerous conditions in a building, parking lot, store, or other property, they might be able to file a personal injury claim.

In a premises liability claim like this, an experienced attorney could collect evidence to demonstrate that the property owner knew (or should have known) about the dangerous condition that caused the injuries.

Call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers for Help Today

Navigating the legal system after a serious injury can be frustrating. However, a Lake Charles personal injury attorney from Laborde Earles could help determine the value of your injuries, assist with filing the necessary paperwork, and fight for your rights at every step while you focus on recovering.

Remember: we handle cases on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs. The initial consultation is free, and there is no obligation to sign up for our legal services. Contact us to speak with a team member today.

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