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Semi truck

DETERMINING FAULT IN TRUCK ACCIDENTS

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
Determining fault in truck accidents goes beyond figuring out whether the truck or the car driver had the last clear chance to avoid a collision. It is true that federal and industry...
Semi truck

WHAT IS A MANSFIELD BAR AND WHY DO TRUCKS HAVE THEM?

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
The next time you’re sitting behind a semi on the highway, you might notice a long T-shaped bar welded to the back of the trailer. If you've wondered why trucks...
A road with fall trees

THE MOST COMMON FALL CAR ACCIDENT CAUSES

2022Motor Vehicle Accident
The leaves are changing color, and the weather is getting colder. While many enjoy this time of year, it can also be a trying time for drivers. The Louisiana and Texas...
Car tires

HOW ARE RIDESHARE ACCIDENTS DIFFERENT?

2022Motor Vehicle Accident
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have become ubiquitous in recent years. While hailed by many as a convenient and affordable way to get around, rideshares can also be involved...
Semi truck

WHY TRUCK ACCIDENTS ARE MORE COMMON NOW

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
Truck accidents are more common now than they have been in the past. There has been a major increase in the number of truck accidents over the last five years as a...
Truck driver

TRUCK DRIVERS AND IMPAIRED DRIVING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
Sharing the road with big rigs and semis is dangerous enough. They are massive vehicles with huge blind spots and long stopping times even in the best of circumstances. Add...
The insurance company trap every driver should know

THE INSURANCE COMPANY TRAP EVERY DRIVER SHOULD KNOW

2022Insurance
After a car accident, it can be difficult to work with insurance companies. They may try to pressure you into giving a recorded statement or accept a low settlement offer....
Why you should never post about your crash on social media

WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER POST ABOUT YOUR CRASH ON SOCIAL MEDIA

2022Motor Vehicle AccidentSocial Media
Experiencing a car accident can be one of the most traumatic experiences in any person's life. It's only a natural instinct for many people to share such a major event...
Close up photo of an arm in a cast

WHY YOU CANNOT WAIT TO SEE A DOCTOR AFTER A CRASH

2022MedicalMotor Vehicle Accident
The Importance of Seeking Medical Attention Immediately After an Auto Accident It is common for people to experience a car accident and walk away feeling perfectly fine. However, it is crucial to...
Car crash at night police car in the background

WHAT IF POLICE DON’T COME AFTER AN ACCIDENT?

2022General Legal
Why Having an Accident Report is Crucial to Your Case If you've been in a car accident, one of the first things you should do is call the police. In many...
3 people to talk to after a crash

3 PEOPLE TO TALK TO AFTER A CRASH

2022General Legal
After a car crash, there are three important people you should talk to: the police, your doctor, and an attorney. Each of these individuals can provide valuable services to help...
When to call 911 after a crash

WHEN TO CALL 911 AFTER A CRASH

2022General LegalMotor Vehicle Accident
If you're in a car crash, what should you do? This is a question that many people ask, and the answer can vary depending on the situation. This blog will discuss...
What if you're partially at fault in car accident

WHAT IF YOU’RE PARTIALLY AT FAULT IN CAR ACCIDENT?

2022General LegalMotor Vehicle Accident
Maybe you were distracted by your phone; maybe you were speeding without realizing it. Since Louisiana is a tort state, both you and your insurance company are now liable for...
An unexpected cause of truck stop accidents

AN UNEXPECTED CAUSE OF TRUCK STOP ACCIDENTS

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
When you picture a truck accident, you probably imagine a crash on a busy interstate highway. While those are the most common crashes, some of the deadlier accidents occur in...
What’s the point of a personal injury lawyer

WHAT’S THE POINT OF A PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER?

2022General Legal
An accident can alter your life. Out of the blue, you have to handle medical bills and severe pains. You may require additional support to do the things you could...
Who causes truck accidents

WHO CAUSES TRUCK ACCIDENTS?

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
When it comes to the issue of truck crashes, people are split. Car drivers claim that truck drivers are unsafe because they are disproportionately more likely to be in a...
What to do if you're hydroplaning

WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE HYDROPLANING

2022Motor Vehicle Accident
Every spring and fall, the roads witness more than a few car accidents from hydroplaning. Drivers go out in the rain with bad tires, drive a little faster than they...
What not to do after a car accident

WHAT NOT TO DO AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT

2022General LegalMotor Vehicle Accident
The steps you take after a car accident will determine how the case will pan out. They affect your chances of proving your case and recovering compensation for the damages...
The 4 different degrees of burns

THE 4 DIFFERENT DEGREES OF BURNS

2022Medical
Whether you're at home or work, outside, or riding on a public bus, a burn injury can happen anywhere. Depending on the extent of the burn, these injuries can be...
Semi-truck turning left

THE HIDDEN DANGER OF TURNING TRUCKS

2022Commercial Vehicle Accident
Picture this: You’re in the turn lane, and there’s a semi-truck next to you. The light turns green, and the truck pulls forward but fails to notice that you’re in...

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