A safe driver strives to always keep their full attention on the primary task: driving. Nothing else is more important when you’re behind the wheel, and safe drivers are aware of that. They always act carefully because they understand what could happen if they drop their guard and let their attention wander. Safe drivers are …
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has taken steps to implement a plan in which frequent, statewide sobriety checks are conducted, the use of plea bargaining and diversion programs are prohibited, and tougher penalties against repeat offenders are provided. However, if you are in an accident with a drunk driver who is at fault, the possibility …
Under Louisiana law, most employees who suffer injuries while performing their job duties have the right to medical care, regardless of what caused their injuries. Louisiana requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance and provide coverage for all workers. The way workplace injuries and Louisiana workers’ compensation laws work is that the employee reports …
Everyone knows that texting and driving is extremely dangerous. In fact, according to a Virginia Tech Transportation Institute study, a texting driver’s risk of a car accident injury increases 23 times when compared to a driver without any distractions. As a result, texting and driving is illegal in 39 states, including Louisiana. In an attempt …
How do I Qualify to Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits for My Personal Injury? Under Louisiana law, employees who suffer injuries in the workplace while performing their job duties have the right to medical care, regardless of whether they have been temporarily or permanently injured. The state requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Under …
The life cycle of the personal injury claims process involves the combination of many factors starting with the injured client. At the car accident scene, if you are injured, please seek medical treatment. Do not try to drive home. You will likely feel an adrenaline rush and will not want to go to a hospital. …
Car accident injuries happen in several ways. The one element they all have in common is the negligence of at least one driver involved. Even though vehicular collisions are popularly called “accidents,” the truth is that they don’t occur unless someone makes a poor decision. Distracted driving, inattentive driving, or drunk driving are common causes …
Car wrecks, unfortunately, are not uncommon. Yet we still always think that it won’t happen to us. No matter how safe a driver you are, it only takes one reckless driver to cause you and your family harm. Many people find themselves mentally shaken after a wreck. It’s important to know what to do in …
When you’re injured in an auto accident, the first question that comes up is who to hold responsible for your personal injuries. That question may be easy to answer if you are the victim of an individual driving their personal vehicle. However, it can be more confusing if you are in a car accident with …
Ask any parent what is the most important thing in the world to them and, chances are, the answer will be “my child.” One of the best ways to protect your child is to use a child car seat and use it properly. Car accident injuries are the number one cause of death in children …
With so many strange Louisiana laws, many people don’t know the road rules for mobility scooters. Some assume they must follow pedestrian laws, while others consider them more like a car, small motorcycle, or bicycle. Due to this general lack of knowledge about their public use, mobility scooters are often traffic hazards. These motorized vehicles …
In March, 2013, the U.S. Census Bureau named Louisiana as one of the states with the worst work commutes. While commuting refers to a worker’s travel from home to work, this newest report looks at America’s “mega-commuters.” Mega-commuters are defined as people who travel more than 90 minutes and 50 miles to work. Using that …
According to FEMA, floods are the number one natural disaster in the United States every year. Living in Louisiana, this comes as no surprise. Many people believe that flood insurance is unavailable or too expensive to carry, but that is just one of many misconceptions. It is also important to understand what is and what …
After airplane accidents, officials often evaluate the plane’s “black box” or Event Data Recorder (EDR) to determine what caused the accident. Although many people do not realize it, modern cars have event data recorders as well. EDRs can record information such as vehicle speed, engine speed, steering angle, throttle position, braking status, force of impact, …
Distracted driving involving handheld devices is becoming an increasing hazard on the road. Legislators across the country are rushing to address the growing public hazard. The National Transportation Safety Board notes that it has already become common protocol when investigating a car accident injury to request the cell phone records of all drivers involved. These …
As the Plaintiff in a car accident lawsuit, we hold the responsibility of proving the facts of the case. Personal injury attorneys gather and use evidence to do that. We need to know the Who, What, Where and When about the car accident. One of the best and easiest ways to get those questions answered …
Car accident injuries are already stressful. Discovering the driver who damaged your car and injured you did not have car insurance can make a bad situation worse. If you are involved in a car accident injury with an uninsured motorist, you may still be able to recover for your injuries and damage to your vehicle. …
Victims involved in car accidents often assume, for various reasons, that they cannot pursue a bodily injury claim against a car insurance company for a personal injury. For example, several of my clients have reported to me their concerns of not being able to file a car accident injury claim because their injuries were simply …
This morning, as I was stopped in traffic on I-10, I noticed something out of my passenger-side mirror: a motorcycle rider was speeding through stopped traffic in the median between an entrance ramp and the right lane. He kept right on going; however, I thought about what would happen to him if someone entered the …
“To listen well is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well.” – Chief Justice John Marshall One of the most common complaints made about the legal profession is the lack of communication clients receive from their personal injury attorneys. Or perhaps, the client’s only communication regarding their personal injury case is …
No one wants to imagine a time when we are no longer capable of managing our own affairs. But, the sobering truth is that every day, families find themselves caring for and handling the affairs of a loved one who is sick, missing, injured, deceased, or simply incapable of doing so. If you are ever …
In Taylor v. Louisiana DHH the United States District for the Middle District of Louisiana held that a health care provider who accepts Medicaid coverage for services rendered to an accident victim cannot seek to recover the difference between the Medicaid reimbursement rate and the pre-reduction billed amount. This does not mean that health care …
How does FEMA Respond to a Natural Disaster? There are many different kinds of disaster types such as tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, severe winter storms, and ice storms. When a disaster is declared it is the local government’s job to respond first with emergency services. The governor can request federal resources be mobilized through the U.S. Department …
When we think about car accident injuries, we think about the passengers and the driver, family members and friends. However, injuries to fetuses resulting from car accidents also occur to thousands of families each year. The trauma, emotional distress and mental anguish resulting from the loss of an unborn child can be devastating to an …
Have you ever reviewed your automobile insurance policy and wondered what your insurance will cover if you’re involved in a car accident? For many of us, deciding what insurance is the right insurance for our needs can be a difficult process. Understanding the various coverage options available is necessary to make the right decision. An …
It’s that time of year again – with April showers and May flowers comes the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, a two-weekend festival experience that brings a stellar music lineup, the best New Orleans food, and local arts and crafts vendors to the New Orleans Fairgrounds every year. With the festival comes large crowds …
You may have heard recently that a number of companies, including Google, are road-testing self-driving cars. These futuristic automobiles will make it possible for a driver to safely text, talk on the cell phone, or even sleep while being transported to their final destination. Self-driving carsmay be the future of automobile technology. In fact, many …
By now, we have all heard the phrase, “Seat belts saves lives.” The saying may be cliché, but the phrase is more relevant now than when it was first uttered. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), in 2010, more than 22,000 people died in car accident injuries. Of that statistic, approximately 45% of …
When a 40-ton tractor truck is involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle, physics has already determined who will lose. The steps an individual should take right after a tractor trailer accident are based on safety and common sense: Remove Yourself and Others from Danger This takes precedence over anything else. Busy highways are dangerous …
It is never a good idea to get behind the wheel if you’ve consumed any alcohol, but during festival season it can be an exceptionally bad idea. Law enforcement in Louisiana has been cracking down on drunk driving in recent years, and the courts in general have little tolerance for alcohol behind the wheel. During …
