Louisiana’s new fault rule has raised questions for many people with existing personal injury claims. If you were injured in an accident, you may be wondering whether the law change affects your ability to recover compensation. The answer depends mainly on when the accident happened and the details of your claim. A change in the …
A teen causes a crash on Veterans Memorial Boulevard but has no assets or separate insurance. In that situation, the injured person may be able to seek payment from the teen’s parents instead. Louisiana law allows this in several ways. A parent may be responsible under Civil Code article 2318, R.S. 32:417, or a negligent …
A truck accident can leave you facing high medical bills, missed work, and changes to your daily life. If someone else caused the crash, you may be able to recover money for these losses. The amount you can claim depends on your injuries, how they affect your life, and the evidence you have. Louisiana also …
A deposition in a Louisiana car accident case is a formal question-and-answer session where you provide sworn testimony before trial. It usually happens after a lawsuit is filed, during the discovery process. If you receive a deposition notice, it does not mean you did something wrong. It is a normal part of many personal injury …
For years, Louisiana gave people one year to file a personal injury lawsuit after an accident. That changed in 2024, when Civil Code article 3493.1 extended the general deadline to two years for injuries occurring on or after July 1, 2024. So which deadline applies to your accident? The injury date matters. Some claims still …
Louisiana’s hands-free driving law took effect on August 1, 2025, and fines for violations began on January 1, 2026. Under La. R.S. 32:59, drivers generally cannot hold or support a phone while driving on a public road or highway. If a driver was using a handheld phone when they caused your crash, the violation may …
Key Takeaways Waiting can weaken evidence and reduce the value of your claim. Louisiana law allows only one year to file most injury claims. Delays in treatment or documentation can be used against you Early legal guidance helps protect your case and helps you avoid common mistakes. Waiting to hire a personal injury lawyer in …
Truck accident cases in Louisiana often involve severe injuries, multiple insurance companies, and lengthy investigations. Before heading to court, many of these claims are resolved through pre-trial mediation, a process designed to help both sides reach an agreement without the stress of a trial. Mediation gives accident victims a chance to share their story, present …
After a New Orleans or Metairie accident, most people focus on medical care, insurance calls, and repairing their vehicle. In the middle of all this, one early decision quietly shapes everything that follows: speaking with a New Orleans car accident attorney before dealing with insurers or signing any documents. The choices you make in the …
Tourists flock to New Orleans and Metairie for the vibrant culture, live music, and world-famous food. But when an accident happens during a visit, the experience quickly turns into a confusing legal and insurance challenge. Visitors often face unfamiliar state laws, short filing deadlines, and questions about how their own insurance applies while traveling. This …
