Category: Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents

Loss of companionship may be legitimate factor in civil claim

Posted on July 29, 2016

Loss of companionship and financial stress is a genuine source of concern for those who have lost a loved one in a fatal accident. The emotional impact of the death of a family member will last a lifetime and may include depression, psychological suffering and ongoing grief. These are the serious effects of loss of companionship and… Read more

Did aggressive driving cause your car accident?

Posted on July 29, 2016

There are many problems that plague American roadways, including texting and driving, distracted drivers and drunk driving. Aggressive driving is a serious problem that may lead to devastating car accidents, yet it does not receive the public attention merited by such a serious issue. Aggressive driving is frightening, unacceptable and may seem difficult to prove in… Read more

Man struck by a truck after exiting vehicle

Posted on July 29, 2016

A Louisiana man was recently killed along Interstate 55 after he stepped out of his parked vehicle. The man had stopped on the side of the road because he had been involved in an accident and was trying to discuss the incident with the other driver. Tragically, the fatal accident occurred as a passing truck hit the man…. Read more

Fatal accident caused by driver going the wrong way

Posted on July 29, 2016

Louisiana law enforcement reports that a car accident recently claimed the life of an 18-year-old driver. The deadly crash occurred as the driver of an SUV drove the wrong way down U.S. 90, causing a head-on collision with a pickup truck. The driver of the SUV sustained serious injuries in the fatal accident. The pickup truck tried to avoid… Read more

Prison sentence for driver in fatal car accident

Posted on July 29, 2016

A Louisiana man was recently sentenced to four years in prison for his role in a fatal collision in the 9th Ward. The car accident, which took place about a year ago, took the life of a 49-year-old woman. The man was reportedly driving at speeds of about 100 miles per hour when he struck another vehicle…. Read more

Elderly couple dies in tragic truck accident

Posted on July 29, 2016

Recently in Slidell, an elderly couple lost their lives after a semi truck caused a serious accident. Louisiana law enforcement believes that the crash possibly occurred because of an error committed by the truck driver. Despite the fact that they were both wearing their seat belts at the time of the crash, the husband and wife both… Read more

Fatal accident claims the life of a young Louisiana boy

Posted on July 29, 2016

A young boy lost his life after a tragic accident occurred while he riding a utility terrain vehicle. The driver, a 36-year-old man, was arrested for his involvement in the fatal accident. He was charged with vehicular homicide by Louisiana authorities, but he has since been released on bond. The accident happened as the driver made a… Read more

Louisiana car accident results in loss of life, charges pending

Posted on July 29, 2016

Traffic is not something that most people would consider to be pleasant or desirable. Not only is it inconvenient for those trying to travel on a schedule, but it can also be dangerous. As a driver, it is important to be aware of one’s surroundings in order to be able to react in a timely… Read more

Family of Louisiana car accident victim may want to take action

Posted on July 29, 2016

Being alert and aware of what is going on along the roadway is incredibly important for drivers everywhere. Impairment behind the wheel of an automobile can play a major role in how one acts in and reacts to a variety of situations. Victims of a car accident in Louisiana resulting from drinking and driving — including the surviving… Read more

Seeking restitution after fatal accident in Louisiana

Posted on July 29, 2016

No one expects to lose a loved one in the typical course of daily travel. Thousands of cars navigate Louisiana roads on a daily basis without dilemma. However, in an instant, an uneventful motor vehicle venture can turn to tragedy when driver negligence causes a fatal accident. To the average person, the grief of suffering… Read more