If you find yourself in a car accident while visiting Louisiana from another state, the shock can leave you uncertain of what to do next. You might understandably wonder if the process of reporting an accident and claiming compensation is different for an out-of-state...
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When a Louisiana resident gets hurt while in another state
Those who live in Louisiana often face legal challenges close to where they live. Anytime they get hurt or need to go to family court while near home, they’ll know that Louisiana laws will apply to their circumstances. However, living in a community does not mean that...
3 factors that often play a role in Louisiana pedestrian crashes
Pedestrians usually think of their decision to walk somewhere as a safe and smart choice. After all, every trip in a motor vehicle leads to a degree of crash risk. Pedestrians typically don't have to worry about causing any sort of crash, although they could...
3 reasons semi-trucks are a risk for others on the road
Businesses like making use of larger and more efficient vehicles. Commercial trucks can transport a huge amount of goods and materials to a client in a short amount of time, making them relatively efficient when compared with smaller vehicles. Of course, commercial...
Who is liable for a drunk driving crash in Louisiana?
People who have had too much to drink have longer reaction times and difficulty making good decisions. They are also at risk of falling asleep at the wheel, all of which helps to justify statutes that prohibit drunk driving. Despite the law in Louisiana limiting when...
One of the most dangerous issues regarding cellphone addiction
Cellphone addiction is fairly common. A lot of people use their phones for numerous tasks, from navigating with their GPS to listening to music, to tracking their steps to engaging with social media. The phone is an incredible tool, but this usefulness can sometimes...
What pedestrians and cyclists need to know about car crashes
Dedicated cyclists who are living in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area could use self-propelled transportation year-round given the relatively mild winter climate. However, the summer months typically host the most cyclists out enjoying the roads. The same is true for...
Why rural pedestrian crashes are often catastrophic
Pedestrian collisions are synonymous with urban centers for many people. Those who live close to businesses, churches and family members often walk to get where they want to go and will typically have to cross many streets along the way. However, urban centers are not...
Can you spot a drunk driver?
Drunk drivers are deadly, and there are far too many of them out there on the roads leaving behind mental, physical and financial devastation wherever they go. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), roughly 32 people a day are killed in such...
How on-demand deliveries are causing injuries
Online ordering and at-home delivery services were already becoming very popular, but the events of the last few years have changed everything. Today, it’s almost as fast and often easier to get whatever you need delivered right to your door instead of going out and...