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A coup-contrecoup brain injury is a type of traumatic brain injury commonly caused by traumatic accidents like car accidents. These injuries occur when the brain sustains damage at both the impact site and the opposite side due to rebound forces within the skull. Coup-contrecoup injuries resulting from the sudden acceleration or deceleration of the head can lead to lifelong disability. For victims of such devastating injuries, it’s crucial to explore both medical and legal options for healing and justice. With over 30 years of experience, the Shreveport brain injury attorneys at Rice & Kendig are dedicated to helping TBI victims receive the justice and compensation they deserve from negligent parties responsible for their accidents. If you or a loved one has suffered any kind of head trauma due to negligence, call our compassionate legal team at 318-222-2772 to schedule a free consultation today.

Motor vehicle collisions — and serious and deadly injuries — resulting from impaired driving are extremely common in Louisiana, including in the Shreveport area. According to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, more than 40 percent of collisions that occur in the state are caused in full or in part by alcohol consumption. In other words, more than one-third of all crashes in Louisiana are alcohol-related, and many of those wrecks result in serious and deadly personal injuries. After a collision involving a suspected drunk driver, it can be difficult to know what steps you should take in order to maintain your right to seek compensation and to ensure that all evidence is properly preserved.

Numerous insurance and legal considerations exist when it comes to recovering compensation after a car accident. One of the primary considerations for car crash victims is whether they reside in an at-fault state or a no-fault state, as this determines which insurance company they turn to for compensation: their own or the other driver’s insurance company. Which begs the question: Is Louisiana a no-fault state? Below, the Shreveport auto accident attorneys at Rice & Kendig delve into everything you need to know about Louisiana’s fault laws and comparative negligence laws, which could significantly impact your car accident settlement amount. 

In the aftermath of a car accident, the days and weeks that follow can be overwhelmingly stressful. Beyond the physical recovery from injuries, individuals often grapple with the financial aftermath, including mounting medical bills, lost wages, and necessary car repairs. In many cases, seeking financial recovery through an insurance claim or, for more severe accidents, pursuing a personal injury lawsuit becomes imperative. This raises a pressing question for car crash victims: How long does a car accident settlement take? At Rice & Kendig, our Shreveport car accident attorneys are here to break down the details of the average auto accident settlement timeline, as well as explain the most common causes of delayed settlement checks. 

Motorcycles are among the most dangerous and deadly roadway vehicles due to the minimal protection surrounding riders. That’s why motorcyclists must wear protective gear, including safety helmets, in the event of a crash. Despite this, many riders hit the roads with insufficient protective gear, leading to catastrophic injuries and fatalities. In 2021, U.S. motorcycle accident deaths surged to an all-time high, surpassing 6,000 recorded deaths, as reported by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Consequently, numerous states, including Louisiana, have implemented mandatory helmet laws for motorcycle riders because studies have consistently shown that helmets can significantly reduce the incidence of brain injuries or fatalities in motorcycle crashes. Below, the Shreveport motorcycle accident attorneys at Rice & Kendig discuss everything you need to know about the Louisiana Helmet Law. 

Despite the legal requirement for all drivers to carry car insurance, millions of motorists in the United States choose to drive uninsured anyway. Statistics from the Insurance Information Institute reveal that approximately 1 in 8 drivers nationwide, totaling around 28 million Americans, drive without the minimum coverage required by their state law. In Louisiana specifically, an estimated 11-12% of drivers are uninsured, further exacerbating the risks on the road. Like many other states, Louisiana has implemented additional laws, such as the Louisiana No Pay, No Play law, to address the challenges of uninsured and underinsured drivers. Under this law, uninsured motorists may face restrictions in seeking compensation for economic damages in the event of a car accident. Below, our legal team explains everything you need to know about Louisiana’s No Pay, No Play statute and how it may impact your car wreck recovery.

Many different types of motor vehicle crashes and other serious incidents can result in spine injuries, or spinal cord injuries (SCIs), which can vary greatly in terms of their severity. In some cases, a person who sustains a spine injury may be able to recover fully with surgery, therapy, and other forms of health care. In many other instances, however, spinal injuries result in permanent disabilities. When SCIs cause permanent disabilities, those disabilities are often life-altering, affecting the person’s ability to walk, use their arms, and live independently. Indeed, many spinal cord injuries cause devastating paralysis. When a spine injury results from another party’s negligence or intentional act in Louisiana, it may be possible to file a lawsuit to seek compensation and to hold the negligent party accountable.