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Webster Parish Personal Injury Lawyer

A rear-end collision on I-20 near Minden. An oilfield truck wreck on a rural Webster Parish road. When an accident turns your life upside down, medical bills and insurance company calls shouldn't be something you have to sort out alone. Our team is ready to review your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.

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About Our Firm

A Legacy of Fighting for Webster Parish Families

Rice & Kendig Injury Lawyers has represented Northwest Louisiana families, including those in Webster Parish, since the firm's founding in the 1970s. Our attorneys regularly appear before the 26th Judicial District Court in Minden, and that familiarity with local judges, court procedures, and juries shapes how we prepare every Webster Parish case.

That track record has helped our attorneys earn SB Magazine's "Top Attorney" recognition and build a base of more than 500 five-star Google reviews from clients across the region. If you were hurt in a car accident or another type of incident in Webster Parish, one of our Webster Parish personal injury lawyers will review the facts of your case and explain your rights.

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Injury Cases We Handle Throughout
Webster Parish

A serious accident can happen anywhere in Webster Parish, from a rear-end collision on I-20 to an oilfield truck wreck on a rural road. Below are the types of claims our Webster Parish personal injury attorneys see most often in this part of Northwest Louisiana.

  • Car Accidents

    Webster Parish drivers face daily risks on I-20, US Highway 371, and the two-lane roads connecting Minden to Springhill, Sibley, and the surrounding towns. After a crash, a Webster Parish auto accident lawyer from our firm investigates the scene, gathers evidence, and deals with the insurance company so you can put your energy toward getting better.

    Car Accidents Legal Help
  • Truck Accidents

    Oilfield service vehicles, timber trucks, and 18-wheelers are a daily presence on Webster Parish highways, and a collision with one of them often causes severe harm. A Webster Parish truck accident lawyer on our team digs into driver logs, maintenance records, and company policies to hold negligent trucking and oilfield companies accountable.

    Truck Accidents Legal Help
  • Motorcycle Accidents

    Motorcyclists on Webster Parish's rural highways are often blamed for accidents they did not cause. One of our Webster Parish motorcycle accident lawyers uses accident reconstruction and physical evidence to show what really happened and to pursue full compensation for your injuries and damaged bike.

    Motorcycle Accidents Legal Help
  • DUI/DWI Accidents

    A drunk or impaired driver's choice to get behind the wheel can leave a Webster Parish family with life-changing injuries. Our DUI accident attorneys pursue every available source of compensation, including claims against the at-fault driver and, where the facts support it, third parties who contributed to the crash.

  • Catastrophic Injury

    Some Webster Parish accidents cause harm that changes a person's life permanently, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe burns, and amputation. These cases require detailed medical documentation and a clear picture of how the injury will affect your future, and our catastrophic injury attorneys build that record from day one.

  • Premises Liability

    Property owners in Webster Parish, from Minden storefronts to rural job sites, have a duty to keep their premises reasonably safe. When a hazardous condition causes a fall or other injury, our premises liability attorneys investigate what the owner knew and when they knew it.

  • Wrongful Death

    Losing a family member because of someone else's negligence brings grief along with financial uncertainty. Our wrongful death lawyers help families in Webster Parish pursue the compensation available under Louisiana law while they grieve together.

  • Other Personal Injury Cases We Handle

    Beyond the practice areas above, we take on a wide range of other injury cases. Here's a sampling of what we cover:

    • Dog Bites
    • Broken Bones
    • Spinal Cord Injury
    • Burn Injury
    • Amputation Injury

    If you've been injured in any way due to someone else's negligence, we encourage you to reach out.

Let Us Deal with the Insurance Company

Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize what they pay you. Our attorneys handle every call, letter, and negotiation so you can focus on healing. Contact us for a free consultation.

our attorneys

Meet Your Powerful Legal Team

  • J. Marshall Rice

    J. Marshall Rice

    attorney

    President, Shreveport Bar Association. Million-dollar recoveries across Louisiana and Texas.

  • William F. Kendig

    William F. Kendig

    attorney

    Battle-tested in Louisiana’s courts with 34+ years of winning results

  • Jason Nichols

    Jason Nichols

    attorney

    Federal court insight that is community-driven and client-focused

  • Franeka Taylor

    Franeka Taylor

    attorney

    Sharp, determined, and ready to fight for your success.

  • Sonny Lopez

    Sonny Lopez

    attorney

    Empathetic guidance. Fighting for the fair recovery you deserve.

  • M. Carl Rice

    M. Carl Rice

    attorney, Of Counsel

    46 years of wisdom, serving clients with purpose and care

Benefits

The Rice & Kendig Injury Lawyers Difference:
You Come First

  • Trial-Tested Results
    Our attorneys have tried hundreds of cases to judgment and verdict, including a $16 million wrongful death settlement and the largest reported jury verdict in Louisiana for a Fibromyalgia claim. That record gives insurance companies real reason to negotiate fairly before trial.
  • Recognized by Our Peers
    Our attorneys hold AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and have been named to Super Lawyers and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. These recognitions come from other attorneys, not advertising.
  • Decades of Local Connections
    Our firm has worked in Northwest Louisiana since the 1970s, building relationships with doctors, specialists, and industry experts. Those connections help us assemble a complete picture of your damages.
  • Fees Made Simple
    We offer a free consultation and flexible fee options, including contingency arrangements. We'll explain exactly how fees work before you decide anything.
  • Rooted in Northwest Louisiana
    Our firm supports Northwest Louisiana through pro bono work and local outreach. We believe in giving back to the region we serve, year after year.
  • Se Habla Español
    Our team offers legal services in Spanish, and our website is available in Spanish too. We want every Spanish-speaking client to understand what's happening with their case, from the first call to the final settlement.
TESTIMONIALS

Voices of Recovery:
Real Stories from Webster Parish

  • 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.

Your Local Advocates

Serving Webster Parish and
Surrounding Communities

Our Webster Parish personal injury lawyers work with clients across the parish, including:

  • Minden
  • Springhill
  • Cotton Valley
  • Cullen
  • Sarepta
  • Sibley
  • Dixie Inn
  • Doyline
  • Dubberly
  • Heflin
  • Shongaloo
Webster Parish

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The Other Side Already Has a Team of Lawyers. Shouldn't You?

Insurance companies have adjusters, investigators, and attorneys working to pay you as little as possible from day one. Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation, and let's make sure someone is fighting for you too.

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