# Personal Injury Lawyers in *Lincoln Parish, LA*

If you've been hurt in an accident in Lincoln Parish, you're probably dealing with medical bills, insurance companies, and questions about your future. Rice & Kendig has been helping local families get through these challenges since the 1970s. We know Lincoln Parish, we know Louisiana law, and we know how to get results that matter.

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## Cases

## Our Results of *Securing Justice*

- **[$900,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/mansfield-roadway-obstruction-900k-settlement)** — Motor Vehicle Accident: A truck towing a large piece of equipment blocked a rural roadway, leading to a collision that left our client with rib and ankle fractures.
- **[$1,000,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/18-wheeler-wrongful-death-1m-settlement)** — Wrongful Death: A series of truck collisions on a rural roadway resulted in catastrophic injuries and the wrongful death of our client.
- **[$900,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/oilfield-truck-accident-900k-settlement)** — Car Accidents: Clients were rear-ended by an oilfield service truck, resulting in shoulder and wrist injuries and the aggravation of a hernia.
- **[$755,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/rear-end-collision-755k-settlement)** — Car Accidents: A distracted driver failed to stop for our client’s vehicle, causing injuries, including sacroiliac joint dysfunction and post-concussion syndrome.
- **[$650,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/shreveport-trip-and-fall-650k-settlement)** — Trip and Fall: A caterer suffered major shoulder and knee injuries requiring surgery after tripping over a loose board that the facility had failed to repair.
- **[$826,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/haughton-rear-end-accident-826k-settlement)** — Car Accidents: A client was rear-ended in Haughton by a distracted driver, resulting in herniated discs and central stenosis.
- **[$675,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/desoto-parish-distracted-driver-675k-settlement)** — Car Accidents: Our client sustained spinal injuries and chronic headaches after being rear-ended by a distracted driver in Desoto Parish.
- **[$850,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/shreveport-rear-end-accident-850k-settlement)** — Car Accidents: A driver’s failure to yield on LA 3132 led to a high-impact rear-end collision, causing the client to suffer multi-level disc disease and chronic pain.
- **[$2,000,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/truck-tire-defect-2m-settlement)** — Truck Accidents: An 18-wheeler driver suffered severe facial and internal injuries after a defective tire blew out, causing the truck to flip several times.
- **[$2,700,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/slip-and-fall-head-injury-2-7m-settlement)** — Slip and Fall: A client suffered a head injury after slipping on unattended mop water in a facility that failed to post warning signs.
- **[$16,000,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/wrongful-death-18-wheeler-16m-settlement)** — Wrongful Death: A tragic head-on collision caused by a speeding 18-wheeler resulted in the wrongful death of a mother and great-grandmother and injuries to an infant.
- **[$1,000,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/premises-liability-roadway-collapse-1m-settlement)** — Premises Liability: The client was a passenger in a vehicle when the roadway suddenly collapsed, causing vertebral compression fractures and significant PTSD.
- **[$2,150,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/wrongful-death-2-15m-settlement)** — Wrongful Death: The client suffered fatal injuries when the defendant ran a stop sign, causing a collision that resulted in multiple broken bones and severe head trauma.
- **$1,600,000** — Truck Accidents: Former sheriff's deputy, age 72, was rear-ended by a heavy-duty work truck, aggravating a degenerative neck problem.
- **[$1,275,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/car-collision-1-275m-settlement)** — Car Accidents: The client was a passenger when another driver ran a stop sign, causing a t-bone collision resulting in a broken femur requiring surgery.
- **[$750,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/truck-accident-750k-settlement)** — Truck Accidents: An 18-wheeler lost power and rolled back into the client's vehicle, aggravating a pre-existing lower back injury.
- **[$2,000,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/car-accident-2m-settlement)** — Car Accidents: The client's pre-existing Chiari malformation was aggravated in a rear-end collision, requiring a posterior craniotomy.
- **[$650,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/car-accident-distracted-driver-collision-650k-settlement)** — Car Accidents: The client was turning into a gas station when struck from behind by a distracted driver, resulting in neck injuries requiring a 2-level cervical fusion.
- **[$465,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/truck-accident-leads-to-neck-surgery-465k-settlement)** — Truck Accidents: An inattentive 18-wheeler driver made an improper turn, causing a collision that aggravated the client's pre-existing neck injury requiring surgery.
- **[$1,000,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/car-accident-collision-1m-settlement)** — Car Accidents: An 84-year-old client suffered multiple injuries when a vehicle turned left in front of her, causing a t-bone collision.
- **[$2,500,000](https://ricekendig.com/results/pedestrian-hit-by-sleeping-driver-2-5m-settlement)** — Pedestrian Accidents: The client was helping a friend load car seats when struck by a driver who fell asleep at the wheel.
- **$987,525** — 18-Wheeler Collision: Logging truck’s failure to yield caused client to suffer fractures in the arm and leg, amputation of 3 toes, and shoulder injuries.
- **$1,000,000** — Premises Liability: Fall at a hotel convention center caused hand, neck, and low back injuries resulting in a 7-year recovery period.
- **$500,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Injuries to back, chest, shoulder, leg and spine requiring surgery.
- **$500,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was rear-ended sustaining injuries to the neck, back, and knee.
- **$500,000** — Wrongful Death/Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was struck and killed during daylight hours while retrieving an item from the highway.
- **$500,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was t-boned by a city vehicle sustaining neck and back injuries, TMJ, and headaches that required physical therapy and multiple injections.
- **$504,150** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was rear-ended causing injuries to the neck and right side of the body. Client’s neck injury required surgery.
- **$545,000** — Cycling/Motor Vehicle Collision: Client on a bicycle was hit by a police patrol car causing brain damage, and injuries to the head, neck, legs, and arm.
- **$550,000** — 18-Wheeler Collision: Client was rear-ended by a big rig causing low back and neck pain; physical recovery and treatment included injections, physical therapy, and counseling.
- **$625,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Head-on collision led to wrist and hand injuries that required surgery, seat belt injuries, pain in the neck, sternum, pelvis, abdomen, shoulder, and back, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
- **$650,000** — 18-Wheeler Collision: 18-wheeler driver was rear-ended by another 18-wheeler causing headaches and neck injury.
- **$663,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was backed into while on the job at an oil field site. Collision resulted in numerous back and neck injuries requiring surgeries.
- **$665,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision/Wrongful Death: Client went to the aid of a vehicle accident victim and was struck and killed by a passing vehicle.
- **$685,000** — Premises Liability: Client sustained two broken legs from a fall over an unreasonably dangerous tripping hazard.
- **$800,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Head-on collision that left client with back and neck injuries as well as seat belt injuries. Client’s recovery was lengthy and included physical therapy and injections.
- **$800,606** — Motor Vehicle Collision: A defendant driver's unprotected left turn caused a collision, resulting in a severely broken leg requiring surgery, PTSD, loss of independence, and job loss for the client.
- **$950,000** — 18-Wheeler Collision: 18-wheeler driver turned left, without the protection of a green arrow, in front of client. The collision caused injuries to the hand, neck, shoulder, low back, hip, foot, ankle, and eye.
- **$950,000** — 18-Wheeler Collision: Client was hit by a delivery truck and the vehicle rolled over. Client’s injuries included six broken ribs and a neck injury requiring extensive medical treatment.
- **$987,610** — 18-Wheeler Collision: Client was rear-ended multiple times by a big rig causing PTSD, spinal injuries requiring spinal fusion surgery, physical therapy, and counseling.
- **$1,000,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was hit by a commercial vehicle that ran a stop sign. Injuries to the knee, neck, and back requiring interventional pain management.
- **$1,000,000** — 18-Wheeler Collision: Client was rear-ended by a drunk driver of an 18-wheeler causing client to suffer short-term memory loss and injuries to the head, neck, shoulders, and back.
- **$1,151,000** — Pedestrian/Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was struck by a vehicle in a gas station parking lot. Client suffered head and brain damage resulting in memory loss.
- **$1,250,000** — Wrongful Death: Client’s husband died due to a logging truck running a red light.
- **$1,375,000** — Pedestrian/Motor Vehicle Collision: Client sustained injuries to head, leg and wrist. Client’s broken leg required surgery. In addition, client sought treatment with a neurologist for his head injury and cognitive issues.
- **$5,100,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client’s motorcycle was hit by a car leaving him in the ICU with facial injuries, arm injuries, and amputation of one leg.
- **$1,996,460** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was rear-ended while sitting at a stop sign. Neck and back injuries resulting in headaches and disability. Neck injury required surgery.
- **$1,855,500** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Defendant driver’s failure to stop at a stop sign caused a collision injuring the client’s leg and ankle (required surgery), knee, hip, back, and chest. The airbags deployed, causing airbag injuries.
- **$1,500,000** — Motor Vehicle Collision: Client was hit head-on by a delivery truck sustaining injuries to the knee, hand, neck, and back. Neck injury required surgery.
- **$1,400,000** — Workplace Injury: A piece of loading equipment fell on client causing spinal injuries resulting in partial disability.

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## Rice & Kendig: *Serving Lincoln Parish Since the 1970s*

Rice & Kendig established its Lincoln Parish practice in the early 1970s and has represented multiple generations of local families. Our attorneys live and work in Lincoln Parish, giving us direct knowledge of local traffic patterns, road conditions, and accident-prone areas throughout the community.

Our sustained presence has built working relationships with local medical professionals, law enforcement, and expert witnesses who assist with case preparation. SB Magazine readers recognized us as "Top Attorneys" based on our established reputation among Lincoln Parish residents who have experienced our legal representation.

[About Our Law Firm](https://ricekendig.com/about-us)

## Services

## Common Personal Injury Cases *We Handle in Lincoln Parish*

Lincoln Parish presents distinct challenges, from Louisiana Tech's campus traffic to industrial corridors and rural highways. Our personal injury attorneys have successfully litigated cases involving every type of accident scenario this parish can present.

### Car Accidents

The mix of student drivers, commercial traffic on I-20, and parish roads creates dangerous conditions year-round. We investigate beyond surface details, examining road maintenance records, traffic pattern data, and vehicle black box information to establish liability and document your losses comprehensively.

### Truck Accidents

Interstate 20's corridor through Lincoln Parish sees constant commercial truck traffic, while local deliveries navigate narrower parish roads. Our truck accident attorneys dissect federal compliance records, driver qualification files, and maintenance logs to expose the negligence behind devastating crashes.

### Motorcycle Accidents

Louisiana's scenic routes attract riders, but our roads can turn deadly when drivers fail to share them safely. We counter insurance company bias against motorcyclists by methodically proving the other party's negligence and fully documenting both visible injuries and hidden trauma.

### Wrongful Death Cases

Losing someone you love in an accident is devastating. While no amount of money can bring them back, Louisiana law allows families to seek compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and the pain of losing a loved one. We handle these cases with the respect and care your family deserves during this difficult time.

### Catastrophic Injuries

Severe injuries demand sophisticated legal strategies. We collaborate with vocational professionals, life care planners, and economic analysts to project decades of future needs, ensuring settlements address not just immediate medical bills but lifetime care requirements and lost opportunities.

### Other Cases We Handle

Our Lincoln Parish personal injury team handles the complete spectrum of injury claims:

- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burn injuries
- Premises liability
- Product defects
- Animal attacks
- And more!

## Hurt in Lincoln Parish? *We Can Help.*

Call our personal injury lawyers today for a free consultation. We'll review your case, explain what it's worth, and tell you exactly what we can do for you.

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## our attorneys

## Meet the Lawyers *Behind Your Case*

- **[J. Marshall Rice](https://ricekendig.com/j-marshall-rice)** — attorney: Million-dollar recoveries. Your trusted advocate in Louisiana and Texas.
- **[William F. Kendig](https://ricekendig.com/william-f-kendig)** — attorney: Battle-tested in Louisiana’s courts with nearly 40 years of winning results.
- **[Jason Nichols](https://ricekendig.com/jason-nichols)** — attorney: Federal court insight. Community-driven, client-focused.
- **[Franeka Taylor](https://ricekendig.com/franeka-taylor)** — attorney: Sharp, determined, and ready to fight for your success.
- **[Sonny Lopez](https://ricekendig.com/sonny-lopez)** — attorney: Empathetic guidance. Fighting for the fair recovery you deserve.
- **[M. Carl Rice](https://ricekendig.com/m-carl-rice-of-counsel)** — attorney, Of Counsel: 46 years of wisdom. Serving clients with purpose and care.

## TESTIMONIALS

## Our Clients *Speak Out*

- They were there to support me all the way. Even when I wanted to give up, honestly.
- I genuinely feel like Rice & Kendig had my best interest at heart and they made sure that nothing was left out.
- I knew that they would take care of us, and I would definitely recommend them to anybody.
- Rice & Kendig are very good at seeing what the weakness in our case is and what the strength is and developing both sides of the case.
- They take great care of you. They care, and they make sure that you get what you need, they make sure that you're okay.
- I suggest Rice & Kendig if you want someone who cares about you and your situation.
- They did such a good job fighting for us and not dragging it on... Thanks to Rice & Kendig, the matter was over within a year.
- He called me every day, made sure I was okay... he was just perfect. You couldn't ask for a better attorney.
- They took care of us right away. They were loving.

## BENEFITS

## What Sets *Rice & Kendig Injury Lawyers* Apart

- **Home Court Advantage**: Fifty years in Lincoln Parish courts means we know every judge and how they run their courtroom. Out-of-town lawyers are still finding the courthouse while we're already winning your case.
- **Power When It Counts**: Insurance companies know our name and our winning record. When they see Rice & Kendig on the other side, they take settlement talks seriously from day one.
- **Full-Force Support**: We've got the best doctors in Ruston on speed dial and investigators who know every back road in the parish. You heal, we handle everything else.
- **Zero Financial Risk**: Free consultation. No fees unless we win. We pay for everything upfront, including experts, depositions, and court costs. Justice shouldn't depend on your bank balance.
- **Hablamos Español**: Nuestro equipo habla español. From your first call through your final settlement, we'll make sure you understand every detail of your case. No language barriers here.

## Your Local Advocates

## We Serve All ‍*Lincoln Parish Communities*

Rice & Kendig represents injury victims throughout Lincoln Parish, including:

- [Ruston](https://ricekendig.com/ruston-personal-injury-lawyer)
- Grambling
- Dubach
- Choudrant
- Simsboro
- Vienna
- Downsville
- Hico

## Contact us

## Contact Rice & Kendig *Before Time Runs Out*

Due to a recent change in Louisiana law, the window to file a lawsuit is now either one or two years, depending on your accident date. An old injury may have only one year. Miss it by a day, and you're out of luck, as no judge will hear your case, no matter how badly you were hurt or how clear the other driver's fault was.

Let Rice & Kendig protect your claim before it's too late. We'll gather evidence, deal with the insurance companies, and make sure your case stays on track. Call us or fill out our online form today.

## FAQ

## FAQs About *Lincoln Parish Injury Claims*

### What should I do right after an accident in Lincoln Parish?

Get medical help first, even if you feel okay at the time. Adrenaline can mask injuries. Take photos of everything: vehicles, injuries, the scene. Get contact info from witnesses. Call the police and get a report number. Don't give recorded statements to insurance companies. Save everything related to your accident. Then call us at [(318)222-2772](tel:+13182222772) so we can protect your rights from day one.

### How long do I have to file my injury claim?

The filing deadline depends on when your injury occurred. The key date is **August 1, 2025**.

- Injuries BEFORE that date:
  You have a one-year deadline.
- Injuries ON or AFTER that date:
  You have a two-year deadline.

### The insurance company offered me quick money. Should I take it?

**No.** First offers are almost always lowball attempts to close your case cheaply. They're betting you need money now and don't know what your case is really worth. Once you sign, you can't come back for more, even if you need surgery later or can't return to work. Let Rice & Kendig review any offer before you sign anything. It costs nothing to have us check if they're playing fair.

### What if I were partially at fault for the accident?

The rule is changing in 2026. Currently, you can recover damages even if mostly at fault. For accidents starting January 1, 2026, you will be barred from recovering any damages if you are found 51% or more responsible for the incident.

### What will it cost me to hire Rice & Kendig?

Nothing upfront. Zero. We work on contingency — we only get paid if we win your case. Our fee comes from your settlement or verdict. We also advance all costs: filing fees, expert witnesses, depositions, and medical records. If we don't win, you don't owe us anything.

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