No one anticipates a car crash, so you may not know exactly what to do when you find yourself involved in one. Yet, the steps you take immediately following a Louisiana car wreck may have a serious impact on the outcome of a court case. If you or someone else...
Year: 2021
The collateral consequences of a truck accident
A Louisiana crash involving a commercial vehicle often results in severe injuries and vehicle damage that sidelines you from everyday activities. However, these aren’t the only issues that impact life after an accident. Care, recovery and rehabilitation can have...
What are the signs of traumatic brain injury?
After suffering from a motorcycle crash, you will likely not walk away without injury. This is unfortunately true even if you wear all the proper clothing and safety gear, and abide by the speed laws in your area. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are among the most...
4 Factors that contribute to car crashes
Did you know that drunk driving crashes killed more than one person per hour in the United States? According to the CDC, 29 people die every day due to alcohol impairment. This figure is not car accident deaths in general. In fact, this does not even include drugged...
What types of road debris cause a truck accident?
While on the road, you may notice it is harder to maneuver a large truck when there are objects and dangers in your path. This road debris often causes truck drivers to swerve and lose control. Being aware of what kinds of debris are most harmful to drivers can help...
Teen drivers, teen passengers a deadly combination
Teenage drivers may be more prone to distraction than older, more experienced motorists. Studies show that having certain passengers present during a crash caused by a teen driver raises fatality risks for you and everyone involved. How much does having a teenage...
Why is drowsy driving on the rise?
Many risky driving behaviors are on the rise lately. Some, like texting while driving, get a lot of media attention. Others do not share this spotlight and often fall to the wayside. Drowsy driving is one such issue. But why is drowsy driving on the rise? And what...
What do you know about PTSD symptoms after a car accident?
After your recent motor vehicle accident while driving on Louisiana's roads, you know you have a personal injury case. Do you know which non-economic damages you may qualify for? The American Academy of Family Physicians explores symptoms related to post-traumatic...
How does inattentional blindness affect driver safety?
Drivers should understand all potential risks faced when hitting the road. This includes the risks posed by distraction, which inattentional blindness falls under. Despite this, not very many people discuss the dangers inattentional blindness poses. So what exactly...
How can I drive safely around commercial vehicles?
It should come as no surprise that commercial vehicles like semi trucks and buses handle very differently compared to traditional passenger vehicles. These roadway behemoths are much larger and heavier than traditional cars. If you are driving a regular passenger...