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Why You Should Let a Lawyer Handle Your Neck Injury Case

You should let an attorney from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers handle your neck injury case. A neck injury can cause serious losses. Therefore, your case may have a significant monetary outcome on the line. A lawyer from our team offers several benefits, including:

  • Knowledge of and experience in New Orleans’ civil legal system
  • Resources like experts and investigators
  • The ability to file all paperwork and complete all case-related communications
  • Legal training
  • Knowledge of personal injury law

We have the time, energy, and motivation to dedicate to your case. These are resources you may lack at this time, as you may be occupied with your recovery. You may also need to arrange your professional affairs and tend to other responsibilities. You may not be able to complete your case effectively on your own, and we can help.

Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Is a Louisiana-Based Firm

Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers understands the culture and laws in Louisiana, including New Orleans. Our partners hail from the state, and we take it personally when victims in Louisiana suffer.

When you hire Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, you gain the representation of a firm that:

  • Will fight for the recovery you deserve
  • Will handle your case with empathy and respect for you
  • Will respond to your calls and emails
  • Has the backing of former clients and a record of proven results
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How Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Can Assist You

A New Orleans neck injury lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers will provide you with a wide range of legal services when we represent you. We will:

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Quickly Start the Legal Process

Unfortunately, you have a limited time to file a personal injury lawsuit in Louisiana. Per CC Art. 3492, you typically must file within two years. A lawyer from our firm may quickly file your case, so you do not have to worry about the statute of limitations running out.

2

Gather Evidence and Make Your Case

Your lawyer will gather the evidence needed to make your case. This could include medical records, eyewitness reports, safety records, and even expert testimony.

3

Handle Communications with Involved Parties

You do not have to worry about talking to other involved parties when working with Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. A lawyer from our firm will handle communications for you and talk to lawyers, insurance companies, and any other involved parties on your behalf.

4

Calculate Fair Compensation

Your lawyer will determine what kind of compensation is fair and then fight to secure the settlement offer you deserve.

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Act As Your Advocate and Pursue the Best Legal Outcome

At every turn, your attorney acts as your advocate and strives for the best possible outcome for you and your family.

We Will Establish Liability for Your Neck Injury

Someone is liable for your neck injury. We must figure out who. We generally use the standard of negligence to establish liability. When someone is negligent, they put others at an unacceptable risk of harm. When arguing your case, we may contend that:

  1. The defendant(s) in your case owed you a duty of care
  2. The defendant(s) in your case violated their duty of care
  3. The defendant(s)’ violation of duty of care caused your neck injury to occur

We may then display that you’ve suffered several losses because of your neck injury. This will tie your damages to the defendant’s negligence.

Our attorneys tailor this argument to each client’s case. In a car accident case, for example, we may argue that a motorist breached their duty of care by speeding, driving while drunk, or engaging in another form of negligence.

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Pursuing Compensation

If you have experienced a neck injury because of another party’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. You can pursue multiple types of damages, including awards that cover:

Medical Costs

Treating a neck injury can quickly become an expensive endeavor. If your injury is severe, you might require a hospital stay. If there are complications and the effects of your neck injury continue to linger, you may have to worry about future medical bills. You can pursue damages that help cover these medical bills and alleviate some of your family’s financial hardship.

Property Damage

If a car accident caused your injury, you might have damaged property to repair or replace. You can pursue compensation to help you pay for repairs or a replacement vehicle.

Lost Wages

If your neck injury keeps you out of work, you might miss paychecks and experience financial difficulties. If your neck injury leads to continued complications, your future ability to work might also be affected. Monetary awards can help cover these lost wages and make up for your lost earning potential.

Loss of Enjoyment

A neck injury can prevent you from enjoying an activity you once loved. If you can no longer participate in a sport or hobby due to your injury, we can consider that loss of enjoyment when calculating your desired compensation.

Common Causes of Neck Injury

Certain accidents are more likely to cause neck injuries than others. Some of the common causes include:

Car Accidents

A motor vehicle accident can cause neck injuries, even if the collision occurs at low speed. Getting hit from behind can cause whiplash, a neck injury caused by the quick back and forth movement of your head. This neck injury can have lasting effects and continue to cause pain even after treatment.

Slip and Falls

When you enter a store or other place of business, you assume the premises are being kept safe and slipping, tripping, and falling hazards have been eliminated. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Unsafe conditions can cause you to slip and fall. That fall can cause injuries, including neck injuries.
If someone failed to keep their property safe, you might be able to pursue damages.

Workplace Accidents

A workplace accident can also lead to neck injuries. If safety protocols are not followed and glaring safety issues are ignored, someone may be liable for your injuries. A New Orleans workers’ compensation lawyer can help you with your workplace accident case.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists often sustain neck injuries in collisions because they have limited protection. You can get legal help seeking compensation after a wreck from a motorcycle accident lawyer in New Orleans.

Neck Injury Complications

While many people recover from neck injuries and get back to life as usual, some continue to suffer from neck pain and other issues even after treatment. Whiplash, for example, can cause long-term pain. According to Mayo Clinic, whiplash complications can include:

  • Continued neck, back, and shoulder pain
  • Arm pain
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Mood changes and irritability

More serious neck injuries can cause severe issues, including but not limited to:

  • Paralysis
  • Decreased range of neck motion
  • Chronic fatigue and pain
  • These issues can leave you with medical bills that pile up quickly.

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I had an amazing experience working with my paralegal, Wesley Guillory, at Laborde Earles Law Firm. Wesley went above and beyond for me throughout the entire process. He was always patient, knowledgeable, and quick to respond to any questions I had. What stood out most was how genuinely he cared. He made sure I understood every step and always made me feel supported and informed.

Wesley’s professionalism and compassion truly set him apart. He made a stressful situation so much easier, and I’m incredibly grateful for all of his hard work. I highly recommend Wesley and the entire Laborde Earles team. They really do put their clients first.

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The team at Laborde Earls is extremely helpful and knowledgeable. While I would recommend any team member, I would strongly urge you to speak with Mrs. Courtney. I spoke with her multiple times, and each time she was patient and answered every question I had. She made me feel like I was the only client. Grateful for her and Laborde Earls!

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Elizabeth Lachney I absolutely hands down the best. She is very professional, knowledgeable and most importantly she is very respectful. She is one re...

Elizabeth Lachney I absolutely hands down the best. She is very professional, knowledgeable and most importantly she is very respectful. She is one reason why we use Laborde Earles Law Firm. They make you feel like family!

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I just want to say that Kelby is a wonderful Attorney and will do what ever it takes to make sure you are taking care of. And his Team of Paralegal's, Amber, Toni, Debbie, Alana & Erica are absolutely amazing. You couldn't have ask for better. And to Rachael, she was so sweet the other day when I needed some information about when my advance was going to be ready. Thank you Laborde Earle's Law Firm for always being the Best.

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