Category Archives: Injury
Understanding How To File A Personal Injury Claim
Personal injury law can be complex, but filing a claim doesn’t have to be. In fact, moving forward with a claim may be necessary for you and your family to heal from an injurious event. When expenses are unmanageable and another was negligent, damage recovery could be a way to settle medical bills and… Read More »
Louisiana Drivers And Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is when a person looks away from the task of driving or takes their hands off the vehicle controls because they are distracted by a conversation, a meal, or their cell phone, for example. Any activity that causes a person to divert their attention from the primary focus of operating a vehicle… Read More »
Bicycle Crash Injuries And Louisiana Law
Cycling can be a wonderful activity, either for transportation or recreation. But while the activity can be enjoyable, there are risks. There are Louisiana bicycle laws that riders must follow, but crashes and injuries are still possible when all precautions have been taken. Talk to a Shreveport injury lawyer about your crash injuries. There… Read More »
Boat Crashes On Louisiana Waters
Between the casino boats on the Red River and the pleasure craft on Cross Lake, one can see boats all over the Shreveport-Bossier City area. Louisiana ranks in the top quarter of states in terms of boating registrations, but has also seen a rise in the number of boat crashes in recent years; since… Read More »
Strategies Louisiana Insurance Companies Use To Avoid Paying Claims
If you were in a Louisiana car wreck and are in need of damage compensation, you may be considering filing a personal injury claim. While insurance companies are likely part of the process, it is important to remember that they are businesses that have to look after their own bottom lines. While they may… Read More »
Car Crash Injuries Can Be Slow To Appear
Car and truck wrecks are traumatic events, people can be emotionally impacted whether the damage was minor or severe. People react in different ways. Some people may feel like they are in a fog and are unable to focus, others may feel mentally alert and have a million thoughts running through their minds. The… Read More »
As A Medicare Recipient, Can I File A Claim?
When another person or entity is reckless or negligent, you can file a personal injury claim. Whether you are a Medicare recipient or not. Many Medicare recipients are 65 years of age or older, but there are also individuals who are eligible for the federal health insurance program due to a disability or other… Read More »
Is Compensation Different When Multiple Vehicles Are Involved In A Crash?
Calculating the damages involved in multi-car crashes can be complex. After all, when multiple cars are in a wreck, there may be more than one driver who is at fault. In order for damages to be properly calculated, legal representation may be needed. Liability may be difficult to determine. If you were driving in… Read More »
Headaches Could Be An Indicator Of A Larger Health Issue
After any car collision, it is in your best interests to have your health assessed by a medical professional, and this is definitely true if you are experiencing headaches following a car crash. It is true that the headache you are experiencing could simply be a headache, but there are also times when a… Read More »
Things to Know When Talking To An Insurance Claim Adjuster
Following a serious car accident in Louisiana, you need financial compensation to pay your bills and support your family. In most cases, claims are handled by insurance companies—either your own insurer or another party’s insurer. If you are dealing with an insurance adjuster, it is imperative that you are prepared. Negotiating with insurance companies… Read More »
