One of the leading claims for personal injury cases after a car accident centers around rib injuries, including both soft tissue and broken bones. Unfortunately, many of these injuries are not immediately apparent and can take a couple of days to exhibit symptoms....
Auto Accidents
What should I do if I am injured in a car accident?
If you think Louisiana has a high concentration of bad drivers, you are not the only one who shares this sentiment. According to studies, Louisiana has some of the worst drivers in the United States. Keeping that in mind, it is no surprise that car accident injuries...
Can a back injury do permanent harm to motorcyclists?
Motorcyclists often face a higher risk of injury than many other vehicles on the road. This is due in part to the lack of protection they have. Because of this, motorcycles face a high risk of back injuries. This includes not only potential damage to the spine, but...
3 ways you can teach the importance of safe driving to your teen
Watching as your teenager starts driving can be scary for a number of reasons. You will obviously worry for their well-being, but you might also need reassurance that they are responsible enough to practice safe habits. Teens who take driving privileges for granted...
Examples of recoverable damages from an auto accident
Auto accidents generate the majority of personal injury lawsuits because victims of severe injuries and property damage often need the civil court to seek compensation. If you suffered an injury in an accident, including vehicle, truck or motorcycle cases, caused by...
Compensation for paralysis after a car accident
Motor vehicle accidents are a terrible experience, and paralysis is one of the worst possible outcomes. According to WAFB9, Louisiana experienced 914 highway crashes in 2021. This number represents a rise over the past several years and may continue to increase. If...
Do you know how to document a motor vehicle collision?
After an auto accident, ensuring the safety of yourself and others is paramount. However, if you can, gathering information while you are still on the scene may be crucial if you later need to file an insurance or personal injury claim against a negligent driver—or...
Motorcycle accident injuries
Given the vulnerability of motorcyclists on the road, the risk for devastating injuries in an accident is significantly higher. Injuries to the upper and lower extremities are the most common. Upper-extremity injuries Broken bones in the arms, wrists, and elbows often...
Who is liable in a truck accident?
Most drivers and pedestrians do not expect that a professional truck driver will suddenly cause a traffic accident before their eyes. When it happens, it can cause extreme harm to smaller vehicles and other people in the area. The National Safety Council reports the...
Overreliance on backup cameras endangers pedestrians
Backup cameras are innovative safety features that have been standard equipment on all new vehicles sold in the U.S. since 2018. With these cameras, drivers have a real-time view of the area behind their vehicles. While backup cameras undoubtedly save lives,...

