When you think about road hazards in Louisiana, loose items in your vehicle might not be at the top of your list. However, unsecured items can cause serious injuries in the event of a car accident. In some cases, having loose items in your vehicle can be as dangerous...
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5 things to know about car accidents
If you get into a car accident in or around Boston, you are not alone. Many have had similar tragedies, and we understand that the experience is disorienting and frustrating. Sometimes it helps to know what to expect. To help you organize your thoughts and begin to...
Getting into an accident with a company vehicle
Although most car accidents in Louisiana result from human error, some accidents are caused by mechanical faults. Determining who is at fault in a car crash is complicated, and the situation is more complex when you were using a company car. In such an accident,...
New FMCSA registry shows substance abuse common in trucking
Commercial trucks play an important role in American commerce, but new research is shining a light on just how often truck drivers are abusing substances. When they abuse drugs before getting behind the wheel or while sitting at it, they endanger everyone they come...
A new law aims to reduce car accident lawsuits
In 2021, Louisiana has some of the highest car insurance rates in the United States. A new law supposedly aims to change that. According to proponents of the bill, the law would make it harder for car accident victims to receive a payout from the insurance company,...
Louisiana workers’ compensation after an auto accident
If you drive for a living, you can file a workers' compensation claim if an auto accident injury occurs on the clock. Your employer's workers' compensation insurance policy may pay medical bills, lost wages and other costs. Explore the process of seeking workers' comp...
Common symptoms of whiplash
Whiplash occurs from a hard jolt of the neck, usually as a result of a car accident on a Louisiana road. It can also be caused from playing contact sports, a fall or an object striking the neck. Whiplash appears similar to neck strain, and they have the same symptoms....
Taking precautions when driving fatigued
Car accidents are a frequent occurrence throughout Louisiana. There are ways to prevent them, however. One such way is to avoid driving when you are too fatigued. Here are some signs that you may be getting too tired to drive. A lack of sleep One of the most obvious...
Should you use your health insurance for accident-related care?
Going to the emergency room after a car accident is always a good idea. After all, your body’s stress response may mask injury symptoms. Only after a doctor examines you can you know whether you have suffered a serious injury in the crash. It may cost you $2,000 or...
Were you in a collision with a truck?
Large truck accidents are on the rise in Louisiana and across the United States. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 4,136 people were killed in accidents involving large trucks in 2018, which is a 31% increase from 2009. Of those who died, 82%...