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Minden Car Accident Lawyer

Regardless of how safely you drive while on the road, another motorist may cause a crash. They may drive while impaired or distracted, or they might ignore traffic signals, signs, or laws. When any motorist engages in these behaviors and someone else becomes hurt as a result, they can cause an accident that results in some of the most severe injuries.

If you have been injured by a negligent, or careless, driver, you can file a claim against them to obtain financial compensation. The compensation you receive can help cover the cost of your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Our Minden car accident lawyer can help you through the process so you obtain the fair settlement you are entitled to.

What Causes Car Accidents in Minden?

Any time a motorist acts carelessly on the road, it can result in an accident. However, there are some acts of negligence that are more likely to cause a crash and they are as follows:

Reckless driving
Drunk driving
Speeding
Distracted driving
Drowsy driving
Tailgating
Improper road conditions
Defective cars or faulty auto parts

It is not always easy to determine what causes a crash. For example, you may believe another motorist ran into the back of your vehicle because they were following you too closely. However, defective brakes may have prevented them from stopping. A Minden car accident lawyer can conduct a full investigation to determine what caused the crash.

Compensation Available After a Car Accident

Car accidents in Minden, and throughout Louisiana, are governed by tort law. As such, when you are trying to obtain compensation, you must file a claim with the negligent driver’s insurance company. After reaching a fair settlement, there are two main types of damages you can obtain. The first is economic damages, which have a concrete dollar value. The most common types of economic damages awarded in car accident claims are medical expenses, lost income, and property damage.

You can also claim your non-economic damages, which are more difficult to quantify. Pain and suffering, permanent scarring and disfigurement, and loss of consortium are common types of non-economic damages.

In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded. Unlike economic and non-economic damages, punitive damages are not intended to help you recover compensation for your injuries and other losses. Instead, they are meant to punish the negligent driver and prevent them from behaving in a similar manner in the future. Punitive damages are only awarded when the negligent driver’s behavior was grossly negligent or reckless.

Our Car Accident Lawyer in Minden Can Help You Claim Full Damages

Even when you have the right to claim financial compensation, doing so is not always easy. At Rice & Kendig, LLC, our Minden car accident lawyer can help you navigate the process so you obtain the maximum damages you are entitled to. Call us now or fill out our online form to schedule a free review of your case with our experienced attorney and to learn more about how we can help with your case.

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