A Terrytown car accident attorney from the Morris Bart law firm could help you get justice and recover compensation if you suffered injuries in a Jefferson Parish crash that a negligent driver caused. We represent collision victims on the Westbank, fighting to get them the financial recovery they need and deserve.
You can speak with one of our personal injury lawyers today for free. We will assess your rights and options and explain how we can help you secure a payout.
How Accident Victims Recover Damages After a Terrytown Crash
When a motorist is careless or reckless behind the wheel, it can cause others to suffer injuries. Car accident victims often endure pain and suffering, expenses, losses, and other negative consequences from a crash they played no role in causing.
Our lawyers can file an insurance claim or lawsuit against the at-fault driver, requesting a payout that is appropriate based on your expenses and losses. The recoverable damages in these cases often include:
- Medical bills and related expenses
- Future and ongoing care and support costs
- Lost wages and other income
- Reduced earning ability because of disability
- Property damages, including car repair and replacement
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
When an accident victim passes away, their surviving family members might be able to recover somewhat different damages under La. Civ. Code Art. 2315.2. Damages in a wrongful death case may include:
- Medical and rehabilitation expenses
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Lost income your deceased loved one provided
- Loss of services performed by the decedent
- Loss of companionship and other noneconomic losses
Under the state’s wrongful death statute, the surviving spouse, children, or parents may recover damages. During your free consultation, we can explain how wrongful death actions work in Louisiana. during your free consultation.
For a free legal consultation with a Car Accident lawyer serving Terrytown, call (504) 613-4771
Proving Negligence and Liability in a Terrytown Traffic Accident
When our attorneys represent a Terrytown crash victim, we investigate the crash and gather evidence to determine what happened and who caused it. We generally find that one of the drivers acted carelessly or recklessly, putting others in danger—otherwise known as negligence.
To prove negligence, we must show four elements that occurred in your Terrytown car accident case:
- Duty: The driver had a responsibility, usually because of a traffic law, to behave in a specific way.
- Breach of duty: The driver did not follow the traffic laws as required.
- Causation: The driver’s breach of duty caused or allowed the collision in Terrytown to occur. Without their action or inaction, the crash would not have happened.
- Damages: The victim suffered compensatory physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial expenses and losses.
In most instances, the negligent driver is liable (legally responsible) for the accident and injuries.
In commercial vehicle accidents, liability is somewhat more complex because of La. Civ. Code Art. 2320, which supports a legal doctrine known as respondeat superior. This statute allows victims to hold the driver’s employer vicariously liable for the accident and their injuries.
Suing the Liable Parties in a Terrytown Crash Case
Sometimes, car accident cases can be more complex than victims realize. It is possible that other parties could be responsible for the accident in Terrytown, and they are not always present at the accident scene. Our car accident attorney can review the collision in Terrytown and identify others who should compensate you for your injuries and losses.
These include:
- Another motorist on the road, such as another passenger vehicle driver or a motorcyclist
- A pedestrian or bicyclist
- A government entity responsible for maintaining the road where the crash occurred
- The manufacturer of the vehicle that caused the crash if a part failed, such as the brakes
- A maintenance company or vehicle repair shop that failed to complete repairs properly
We will identify and list all potentially liable parties in your case and determine their role in the accident and percentage of fault.
A Lawsuit Could Apply in These Situations
While most cases settle through the insurance claims process, it might become necessary to sue in any of these situations:
- The insurer denies the claim.
- The insurer blames you for the crash.
- They refuse to acknowledge some of your damages.
- You’re approaching the deadline to sue.
Louisiana has a short statute of limitations in personal injury and accident cases. You may only have up to two years to file your injury lawsuit under La. Civ. Code Art. 3493.1. Other deadlines may also apply, meaning we sometimes must sue despite ongoing settlement negotiations and good progress with the insurance company. These cases generally still settle before going to trial.
We encourage you to contact us as soon as possible about a lawsuit. The sooner we hear from you, the sooner we can start working on building your compensation case.
Morris Bart Serves Terrytown from Our New Orleans Location
The Morris Bart law firm has 15 locations across the Gulf South, including our New Orleans office. This location serves Terrytown, but our attorneys will come to you. You do not have to visit our office for your initial consultation or other meetings unless you choose to do so.
We have over 40 years of working for car accident victims in Louisiana, and we know how the claims process works. When we represent a client, we:
- Protect their rights and manage all communications
- Investigate the crash and gather evidence to support the claim
- Determine the liable parties and document their negligence
- Calculate a fair value for the case
- Prepare and file the insurance claim
- Negotiate with the insurer
If we cannot receive a fair settlement from the insurance company, we will not hesitate to sue the at-fault party and proceed to court if necessary.
We Have a Proven Track Record of Success
In 2019, we won more than 6,500 cases, representing millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. Examples include:
- $852,845 in a New Orleans car accident
- $650,000 in a drunk driving crash
- $550,000 for a hit and run victim
- $430,000 for a cyclist hit by a car
The Morris Bart law office is a contingency fee personal injury firm. We do not ask our clients to pay us any upfront fees. Instead, we get our attorney’s fees as a percentage of any compensation we recover. We do not get paid if you do not receive a financial recovery. We can explain this process in more detail.
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Morris Bart Provides Free Consultations for Terrytown Accident Victims
Speak with a Terrytown car accident lawyer from the Morris Bart law firm about your case for free today. Our attorneys offer these free consultations so victims can better understand their options and rights. We will answer any questions you have and outline the next steps we recommend taking based on the facts of your case.
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