New Orleans is a bustling community that always has something going on, and April is a particularly packed month in The Big Easy. Unfortunately, with so much hustle and bustle, there are even more opportunities to be involved in a personal injury accident.
Keep reading to learn a bit more about what’s going on in New Orleans this April, how you can prepare, and what types of personal injury accidents to watch out for.
A rear-end collision can happen in the blink of an eye, and when it does, the question of who’s to blame quickly follows. While these types of crashes are common, determining fault isn’t always as obvious as it appears. Determining liability can affect everything from your insurance claim to your ability to recover damages.
Keep reading to learn how a rear-end collision fault is determined, and why having the right evidence and the right New Orleans injury lawyer can make all the difference.
If you’ve been injured in a crash involving a commercial truck in Louisiana, you may be wondering who’s responsible and how your medical bills or other damages will be covered. Thankfully, Louisiana law requires all commercial truck drivers and companies to carry proper truck liability coverage. This insurance is meant to protect you, the victim, by covering things like property damage and other costs after a serious truck accident.
Keep reading to learn about Louisiana truck liability coverage requirements and what’s covered under a commercial truck insurance policy.
After a crash, many victims ask whether or not they should hire a lawyer. Whether you’re dealing with injuries or not, the answer is often yes. A personal injury attorney can help to protect your rights and get you whatever compensation you may deserve.
Keep reading to learn about if you should get an attorney after a car accident and how they can help.
The aftermath of a rideshare accident can be overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with injuries, insurance companies, and the legal process. Understanding the key steps and what to expect can help you navigate this challenging situation better.
Keep reading to learn if you need a Lyft injury lawyer, what to do after a Lyft accident, the potential compensation available, and the common injuries seen in rideshare accidents.
Engineer worker with accident at factory, Worker with injury from machine working
If you’ve been injured at work in Louisiana, you may be wondering how to get workers’ compensation benefits and how long the process will take. The workers’ comp system can seem overwhelming, especially if you’re dealing with an injury that prevents you from working. To ensure your workers’ comp claim is filed correctly and processed smoothly, there are specific steps you need to follow.
If you’ve been hurt in an accident and suffered burns, you might be wondering how much your case is really worth. It’s normal to have many questions, especially when you’re handling expensive medical bills. The good news is, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Keep reading to learn more about how much your burn injury claim is worth in Louisiana.
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — There could be more delays in the case against the four teens accused of the 2022 fatal carjacking and dismembering of Linda Frickey.
“GET THE POLICE REPORT!” It is a statement that we hear quite often from clients whenever there is an auto accident and there is a dispute as to who is at fault. And while a police report is important to your claim, some may be surprised to learn that a report is not the end all be all for your case.
Yes…police reports do serve as a very useful piece of evidence after a car accident. They identify parties and witnesses, provide narratives and statements of what happened, help in establishing fault, and provide basic information surrounding the incident. Sometimes, officers will even state which party they believe is responsible for the accident and if any citations were issued as a result. Essentially, these reports can be used effectively in settlement negotiations with the insurance company as they contain a significant number of facts and typically paint a clear picture of the accident.
A legendary basketball coach was invited to give an inspirational speech to religious leaders. Midway through the speech the group broke for refreshments. Two punch drinks were offered…. One, was spiked for the Catholics, the second was unspiked for the Baptists.
The coach was talking to a rather self-important Baptist minister who mistakenly took a sip of the spiked punch. When he realized that the punch was spiked, he defiantly poured it back into the punch bowl, telling the coach…”I’d rather commit adultery than drink spiked punch.” To which the coach dryly responded, “by God, I didn’t know I had a choice”! ADULTERY OR SPIKED PUNCHED?
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