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Frequently Asked Questions

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    Will I Have to Go to Court?

    In fact, most cases don't go to court because the facts of the case are good, the offers are right, and the only reason a case would ever go to court is if the insurance company decides to be unfair and they don't offer enough, or they're fighting us on liability. If you've been injured and you're looking for a personal injury attorney, call Rice and Kendig to talk about the facts of your case and go through it in detail.

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    How Long Will It Take To Resolve My Case in Louisiana?

    A case can resolve in months, or a case can take years. It really depends on the severity of the injury and the amount of treatment that a client needs. Our goal is to get the best result for everybody under the circumstances of their case. A smaller case, obviously, will not take as long. However, if you've been seriously hurt, those cases can take a little bit longer.

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    Why Do I Need an Attorney for a Trucking Accident in Northwest Louisiana?

    Trucking companies deploy immediate legal teams and experts to minimize claims. Our truck accident attorneys level the playing field with our expertise and resources, ensuring you're not outmatched by their corporate legal team. Our experience in trucking accidents in Shreveport helps protect your rights from day one.

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    How Do I Know if I Have a Strong Case for a Personal Injury Claim?

    You need three elements: liability, damages, and insurance. We'll evaluate your case for free during an initial consultation. Our experienced team of personal injury attorneys will review all aspects of your situation to determine the strength of your claim and potential outcomes.

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    How Do You Determine the Value of My Personal Injury Claim?

    We consider injury severity, treatment duration, permanent effects, and future needs. Experts help calculate long-term costs, including future medical care and lost earnings. Our extensive experience helps ensure all aspects of your damages are properly valued.

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    How Long Does It Typically Take To Resolve a Personal Injury Claim?

    Some personal injury cases are very quick, some cases can be very long. They involve complicated issues and multiple experts. And remember that we also have to deal with the courts and opposing attorneys. It's impossible to determine how long your case will take, but we're set up to solve your case as quickly and efficiently as possible and maximize your recovery.

    • We offer a free initial consultation to evaluate and determine if we can help you under the facts and circumstances of your claim. Moreover, our law firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay us nothing if we do not make recovery for you.

    • No. Insurance adjusters are professionals trained to save the insurance company money and minimize your claim. Before speaking to an insurance claim adjuster, call your personal injury attorney and make sure you know your rights. Since we offer a free consultation, you risk nothing speaking with us first.

    • Yes. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. We are paid a percentage of the settlement or judgment at the end of the case. This means that we do not require payment until your case settles or you receive a final judgment from the court. To put it simply, you pay us nothing if we do not make recovery for you.

    • A true estimate of your case’s worth cannot be determined until you have finished medical treatment or maximized your recovery. The value of your claim will be based on the following factors: Past and future medical expenses, past and future pain and suffering, mental anguish and loss of enjoyment of life, lost wages and future lost earning capacity, disfigurement, disability, loss of consortium as well as the nature, extent and duration of your injuries. Rice & Kendig has evaluated cases for settlement and tried cases to judgment and verdict for over 30 years. We will bring that experience to the table when it comes time to evaluate your case. Our only job is to maximize your recovery.

    • Yes. If you were the owner and operator of your vehicle at the time of the wreck, once insurance is confirmed, we will cover the cost of a rental car, and submit the bill to the insurance company for reimbursement.

    • Yes. If your vehicle is repairable, we will make sure your vehicle is repaired at a qualified body shop and the insurance company pays for all related repairs. If your vehicle is a total loss, we will evaluate the insurance company’s offer and hire an independent appraiser when necessary to make sure the offer is fair to you.

    • Every case is different and has its own unique set of facts. Some cases are resolved in a matter of months while others, where serious injury occurs or fault is contested may take longer. Our firm will take every step to ensure that you receive a just and speedy resolution of your claim.

    • This is a question we will work with you to answer. If you have health insurance, the Balanced Billing Act requires health providers to accept your insurance, just as they would if you didn’t have a wreck-related injury. We can also send letters of guarantee, which some health providers will accept and will wait for payment until your case is settled. We can also help with medical payments when appropriate. If you are concerned about how you will pay your medical bills, give Rice & Kendig a call.

    • The best answer is- maybe. The decision to file suit or go to trial is one that will be made together with you based on the facts of your case. Suit is filed in some cases when the insurance company refuses to fully pay you for all of your losses. Settlement may still be possible even after suit is filed. We are experienced trial attorneys, so if your case must go to trial, we will be ready.

    • If you can’t come to our office, we can come to you. We also offer free telephone consultations if that is more convenient for you. If you are calling from out of state, we can also use Zoom and email instead of meeting face to face. Rice & Kendig will work with you to ensure you have access to experienced representation.

    • The law is very clear; an insurance company cannot raise your rates when you are not at fault. If you are not at fault and you make a claim for medical payments or uninsured motorist payments, the insurance company cannot raise your rates for filing a claim.