When you’ve been injured in a crash, obtaining evidence is one of the most critical steps in building your case. If another driver caused your New Orleans car accident, one of the best ways to prove that another driver was at fault involves securing camera footage of your collision. But how do injury victims go...
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Forbes Study Names Louisiana the 9th Most Dangerous State for Drivers
A New Orleans car accident lawyer explains why the state ranks so poorly. Car accidents happen every day across the nation, but there are some states where serious and fatal crashes happen more often than others. Recently, the Forbes Advisor team performed an analysis to find out which states are the safest and most dangerous...
Read MoreAs E-Scooter Use Rises in Popularity, So Do Concerns About Accidents
If you were hurt in a New Orleans e-scooter accident, an attorney can file a claim and fight for the compensation you deserve. E-scooters (electric scooters) are becoming more popular because they make it easier for people to get around, especially in cities like New Orleans. For example, according to federal data reported by Forbes,...
Read MoreLouisiana Has the 7th Most Teenage Driving Fatalities in the US
New research reveals what's causing this disturbing trend Reckless driving in Louisiana clearly doesn't have an age requirement, as the Pelican State recently made the dubious list of the top 10 states with the most teenage driving fatalities in the nation. According to a report by Zutobi, Louisiana had the 7th most teen deaths per...
Read MoreStudy: Better Cellphone Laws Prevent Crashes
Proposed Louisiana Handheld Ban Would Likely Make Our Roads Safer Cellphone bans that aim to reduce distracted driving car accidents seem to be having a positive effect in the states with the strictest rules. A new study of cellphone banning legislation and car accidents found that most states that banned holding a cellphone while driving,...
Read MoreWhat To Do After a Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault
The steps you take after a crash can protect your health and your legal rights. It doesn't matter how good your driving record is. Sometimes there is no getting out of the way of a speeding, distracted, drunk, or otherwise negligent driver. Unfortunately, many people wrongly assume that the claim process should be easy if...
Read MoreLouisiana Gets Grant to Combat Impaired Drivers
Car accidents caused by impaired driving often result in severe injury. Impaired drivers endanger everyone on Louisiana’s roadways. Indeed, driving under the influence of alcohol, prescription medication, or illegal drugs can cause serious car accidents that result in severe injury or death. To help combat the problem, the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission (LHSC) will use...
Read MoreLouisiana Pedestrian Deaths Reach Record High
In the U.S., the pedestrian fatality rate also remains at a historically high level Pedestrian accident fatalities in Louisiana and across the nation reached a record high last year, alarming state and federal traffic safety officials who fear things might only get worse based on the steady upward trend of traffic deaths over the past...
Read MoreFacts About Filing a Rideshare Accident Claim in Louisiana
If you were injured in a New Orleans Uber accident, it's a good idea to talk to a lawyer Claims involving rideshare accidents in New Orleans and other parts of Louisiana can quickly turn into complicated legal cases. Whether you’re involved in a crash caused by an Uber or Lyft driver or someone working for...
Read MoreLouisiana DOTD Offers Tips on How to Avoid Car Accidents in Severe Weather
All motorists need to use caution when driving during dangerous weather conditions In Louisiana, the weather conditions often turn severe. Look no further than last month, when the governor declared a state of emergency after tornadoes tore through the New Orleans area and caused significant devastation, including at least one fatality. Storms with heavy rainfall...
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