If you’ve been hurt in an accident, you might feel confused, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. You’re not alone. Many people in Louisiana face this same struggle every day, injured, scared, and trying to make sense of a complicated legal system while dealing with pain and financial stress. The truth is, insurance …
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident and your doctor refuses to treat your injuries, you’re not alone. As a Louisiana car accident lawyer, I know many people in Louisiana face this problem. It can feel frustrating and confusing, especially when you’re in pain and need help. Doctors may refuse to treat accident injuries …
Negotiating your own personal injury settlement can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re recovering from an accident. Insurance companies often start with low offers, hoping you’ll accept less than you deserve. But with the right approach, you can push back and work toward a fair settlement. As a Louisiana personal injury lawyer, here’s my advice on …
As a Louisiana car accident lawyer, I field calls all the time from people who are unaware, confused, or misinformed about what type of insurance they have and what is covered. They don’t understand why something is not covered when they believed they had “full coverage.” What is Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Coverage in Louisiana? …
Facebook, Twitter (are we calling it X?), Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, these are just a few of the social media sites most people use. These social media tools are pretty common today. I mean my grandmother has a Facebook and posts pretty frequently. Whatever you use, please keep this in mind as your injury case progresses. …
After a car accident in Louisiana, you will end up having to handle some new people in your life. Two of those will be insurance adjusters – your own and the other driver’s. Additionally, you may be interested in contacting a Louisiana personal injury lawyer.Between the adjuster and a lawyer, you will first deal with …
When it comes to dangerous cities for drivers – Baton Rouge and New Orleans rank 2nd and 6th to worst respectively in the nation according to the personal finance website NerdWallet. This is not good news for drivers, passengers, or bystanders in South Louisiana.The site used data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the National Highway …
You have decided that you need a Louisiana personal injury lawyer. This was a big decision, and one I congratulate you on making. There is a lot of noise out there about considerations in hiring an attorney. Here are the questions I think are important before you make your decision (in no particular order): Will …
In South Louisiana, we rarely have to worry about winter weather. However, that’s about to change for the next few days. The forecast predicts a few inches of snow, freezing then warming then refreezing temperatures, and the almost certain possibility of icy roads. Unfortunately, our area isn’t equipped with the infrastructure to handle these conditions, …
One Crash Can Change Everything—Know Your Rights Car crashes can turn your life upside down. Knowing your rights and what to do next is key to protecting yourself. This guide from Louisiana car accident lawyer Loyd J. Bourgeois breaks down common causes of crashes, different types of collisions, and the legal steps you need to take after …
It’s natural to feel shaken up, but I know as a Louisiana car accident lawyer knowing what to say, and what to avoid, can help protect your rights. It’s important to call the police after an accident. Even If it is minor. But it doesn’t stop with that phone call. When the police arrive at the scene of …
*NOTE* I wrote this blog post before the tragic drunk-driving crash that killed two bicyclists and injured 7 more in New Orleans on Endymion night. This new incident highlights another major problem on Louisiana roadways, drunk driving. It is unfortunately a common component of cases I see as a Louisiana personal injury lawyer. It has also …
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