New Orleans Personal Injury Law Blog
Can you ever recover from an accident-related orbital blowout?
Between 2005 and 2019, Louisiana recorded roughly the same number of motor vehicle accidents each year. Interestingly, though, the number of serious injuries in car crashes dropped by almost 25%. Part of this decline is undoubtedly due to advancements in vehicle...
Am I eligible for compensation for my maritime work injury?
After an injury on the job, most employees count on workers’ compensation to help cover the costs of their medical bills and lost income. However, as a maritime employee, you are probably not eligible for these same benefits. Fortunately, you may be able to seek...
Maritime workers face even greater dangers
While most maritime workers would not dwell on it in a conversation, they all know their vocation is rife with danger in the best of times. They use powerful tools to move gigantic loads while standing on surfaces that are routinely slippery. Changing weather...
How do you know if you have a brain injury?
You can sustain a traumatic brain injury in a car accident or another type of accident when you experience a sudden jolt or blow to your head. Brain injuries are common, and they result in many deaths every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
5 types of paralysis with close links to car accidents
If you are like many residents of the Pelican State, you may take your abilities to walk and move your body freely for granted. Regrettably, an injury to your brain or spinal cord may change your life forever. That is, you may experience temporary or permanent...
What type of compensation can I recover after a motorcycle accident?
Because motorcyclists are relatively unprotected compared to drivers and passengers in a car or truck, the results of an accident can be particularly severe. As a result, injured motorcyclists often face costly treatment and a long road to recovery. Thankfully, taking...
Teens and drowsy driving
Teens in Louisiana are more inexperienced and are at higher risk of accident involvement than other motorists. While the driving abilities of teens improve with more experience, one thing that might help them to avoid accidents is for school districts to change their...
Common types of maritime injuries
Louisiana workers employed in the maritime industry have an elevated risk of accidents on the job. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that commercial fishing, one aspect of this sector, is the most statistically dangerous occupation in the U.S....
Are car seat accessories risky in Louisiana car accidents?
Although car seats are always being improved to make it safer for kids in case the vehicle crashes, they can increase the odds of your child getting injured or killed if they’re combined with third-party accessories. If you’re a parent, you know that strapping your...
Mistakes to avoid after a car crash
Knowing what to do after a car crash may make it easier to obtain compensation for your injuries. It may also help you avoid being taken into custody by a Louisiana police officer. As a general rule, you're required to stop as soon as it is safe to do so after a...
