There is no way around the fact that, when a teenager first gets a driver’s license, he or she has little to no real experience driving. For this reason, teens have a much higher risk of being involved in collisions than more experienced drivers do. If you already...
Month: August 2020
Pure comparative negligence law in Louisiana
If you have been in a car accident in Louisiana, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the driver of the other vehicle who caused your collision. Under Louisiana law, you will have one year from the date of your car accident to file a personal injury claim against...
What laws must motorists follow when encountering school buses?
Children in Louisiana are heading back to school, and for many this means daily trips on the school bus. However, parents may be concerned about the safety of school buses, and with good reason. This is because other motorists may not follow the rules of the road when...
Car accident victims and fractured femurs
In some of the most high-impact car crashes in Louisiana, victims can wind up fracturing their femur, the strongest bone in the human body. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons even says that auto accidents are the leading cause of such injuries. If you...
Suspected drunk driver injures two in head-on crash in Slidell
Driving instructors and roundabout intersections are two innovations that were intended to make driving safer in Louisiana. A recent accident in the town of Slidell appears to cast significant doubt on these assumptions. The accident A student enrolled in Coach’s...
Is there a black box in a car?
We’ve all heard of the “black box” that searches look for after a plan accident to try and get clues as to what happened. The black box holds a wealth of information in what happened in the final moments before the accident occurred. But a New Orleans resident may be...
Road trips and the dangers associated with drowsy driving
While summer plans may have changed for many resident in Louisiana, the one thing that has remained constant for individuals across the nation is road trips. Whether it is a long weekend trip across the state or a two-week long excursion across the country, traveling...
Suing a truck company might lead to larger recovery, here’s how
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident then you’re probably worried about what your future is going to look like. Your injuries might threaten you with long-term pain and suffering, the financial ramifications of lost wages and incurred medical expenses can be...