A car accident can have an impact on a victim and the victim’s family for years to come. In addition to the physical suffering, the financial impact can also cause significant damage as bills and expenses accumulate. Victims of a car accident caused by another driver may seek compensation for damages, and it is generally… Read more
A Louisiana man has filed a lawsuit against the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office after a car accident. The man alleges that one of the department’s employees caused the car accident, which resulted in pain and suffering, disability and more. The injured man is seeking compensation for his expenses associated with the crash, including loss of… Read more
Louisiana drivers are well aware of the risk of texting while driving. Despite the statistics and campaigns encouraging drivers to put down their phones, distracted driving is still one of the leading causes of car accidents. Although texting while driving is a prevalent cause of many accidents, many victims and families are unaware that they could be eligible… Read more
After a fatal accident, there are many factors that can overwhelm the family left behind, including medical bills. If the fatal accident was caused by the actions of another driver, such as reckless or drunk driving, the family may consider a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for financial and emotional damages. While filing a civil claim… Read more
Defective auto parts can cause serious accidents, injuries (or worse) and life-long repercussions. Auto manufacturers have a responsibility to build safe cars and are accountable when defective auto parts affect consumer safety. GM, one of the largest auto producers in the country, is currently paying out millions of dollars to victims and families after it… Read more
Louisiana readers know how dangerous texting while driving can be, but there are other distractions that also place drivers at a high risk for crashes. Distractions of many kinds are a particular danger for teen drivers. Even though the percentage teens who claim to be texting while driving has decreased, it has been noted that teens… Read more
Louisiana readers may have heard about the nationwide recall of certain vehicles due to issues with the airbags. The manufacturer of these airbags, Takata, is facing harsh public backlash due to the company’s lack of cooperation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and unwillingness to initiate a recall. At this point, it is believed that… Read more
When a dangerous product is released to the public, it endangers innocent and unsuspecting consumers. If dangerous or defective auto parts cause accidents, injured drivers may not realize that they are victims and could be eligible for financial compensation. Auto manufacturers are responsible for warning drivers who may be at risk for problems related to… Read more
Louisiana car accident numbers typically increase over the course of a holiday weekend. To counteract this, law enforcement officers are taking steps that are intended to encourage drivers to buckle up, not drink and drive and practice caution in order to prevent a car accident. There will be a larger-than-normal number of officers on the roads, monitoring traffic… Read more
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has increased the scope of a national investigation into faulty air bags and the number of American drivers affected. There are now two major airbag manufacturers under investigation, and vehicles affected may include Kia Optima and Chrysler Town and Country, among many more. Defective auto parts place drivers… Read more