For many years, Louisiana gave injured people just one year to file a lawsuit after an accident. In 2024, that changed. Louisiana Civil Code article 3493.1, enacted through Act 423 of 2024, extended the deadline for most personal injury claims to two years. The change sounds straightforward, but the deadline depends on when the accident …
Louisiana’s hands-free driving law is now fully enforceable. Under House Bill 519, passed as Act 519 of the 2025 Regular Session, the state updated La. R.S. 32:300.5 to restrict drivers from holding or using a cell phone while driving on public roads. The law first took effect on August 1, 2025. From then through December …
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 …
Most truck accident victims in New Orleans don’t realize how fast critical evidence can vanish, sometimes within days. While you’re focused on medical care and car repairs, trucking companies and insurers may already be securing data that supports their side. Most New Orleans truck accident cases come down to what proof survives. Black box readings, …
Most people assume that if you’re involved in a car accident without insurance in Louisiana, you either can’t file a claim or will be entirely on the hook. But that’s not always the case. The laws here in Louisiana are far from simple, and there’s a lot to factor in, like strict liability and Louisiana’s …
In Louisiana, motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than occupants of passenger vehicles, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit in Louisiana isn’t something most people do every day. The process feels overwhelming, especially when you’re recovering from serious injuries. However, …
According to the Louisiana Department of Transportation, over 3,000 crashes in a recent year involved large trucks. Many such collisions resulted in serious injuries or fatalities. In busy areas like New Orleans and Metairie, these accidents are both common and legally complex. In the aftermath of an accident involving an 18-wheeler, liability can fall on …
