By now, everyone in New Orleans has heard about distracted driving. It seems like we can’t go a day without another accident caused by a distracted driver. Although most New Orleans drivers will be involved in at least one car accident during their driving career,...
Year: 2020
What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome?
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, or CRPS, is a common symptom of a car accident that is somewhat mysterious and difficult to diagnose. This condition develops after different types of traumatic injuries, although the pain it causes is far more extensive than that...
Collision on I-55 kills two, injures one
The cause of some traffic accidents is obvious. The position and physical condition of the vehicles after the collision, weather conditions or eye witness statements can provide all the information that is required to understand what happened. In other accidents, the...
Despite less traffic, Louisiana car accidents still problematic
The Louisiana roads can be a dangerous place regardless of the circumstances. Drivers might speed, be distracted, behave recklessly, be under the influence, or drive while drowsy. Any of these factors can result in a collision with injuries and fatalities. Given the...
Drowsy driving a factor in a significant number of car accidents
There are inherent dangers on Louisiana roadways, including distracted driving, driving under the influence and reckless driving. One issue that is also a concern is drowsy driving. Given the statistics stating that around 50% of adult drivers across the nation admit...
An amputation may be necessary after a motor vehicle crash
It may take your brain a minute to realize that the sound of crunching metal and the violent motion of your vehicle mean you were just in an accident. Once your vehicle comes to rest, your instincts tell you to get out as quickly as possible, but when you try to move,...
How to safely share the road with motorcycles
Keeping motorcyclists safe of the roadways should be a priority for drivers. It is helpful for drivers to know how to do that and also helpful for victims of motorcycle accidents to be familiar with the protections available if they have been harmed by a negligent or...
Protections for victims of distracted drivers
Distracted driving can cause serious injury accidents and fatal accidents. Because distracted driving contributes to many car accidents, it is important for victims of distracted drivers to know how they are legally protected. In Louisiana from 2011 to 2015, 192...
Holding distracted drivers accountable for negligence
All of us face a fair share of distractions throughout the day, but when drivers in New Orleans are distracted behind the wheel the results can be devastating. Car accidents are common enough without having thousands of distracted drivers on the roads in Louisiana and...
Untreated medical conditions can lead to truck accidents
Although trucks provide an invaluable service to our economy and thus our everyday lives, they can prove enormously dangerous when improperly driven. The massive size of these rigs can crush passenger vehicles, causing devastation to those inside. Oftentimes, these...