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 …
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 …
You’ve decided to hire a Louisiana personal injury lawyer. That’s a big step, and one worth recognizing. You’ve probably heard a lot of opinions about what to look for when hiring a lawyer. Here are the questions we think really matter when choosing the right legal team: 1. What’s Your Experience in Cases Like Mine? …
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 …
Allison, a mother of two, was on her way to pick up her 10-year-old son Henry from baseball practice. She stopped at a stop sign a few blocks before the field. Behind her at the stop sign was James, driving his work truck for ABC Telephone Co.As James approached the stop sign, his foot slipped …
When dealing with insurance companies after an accident, having a Louisiana personal injury lawyer by your side can make all the difference in ensuring you are treated fairly and compensated appropriately. Jamie, a relatively healthy 55-year-old, was driving her Honda on the way home from work one afternoon. George, driving a truck, failed to …
An elderly couple in Buffalo Township, Pennsylvania called their insurance company after a tree fell on their house. The adjuster showed up and “just wanted to help”, so began evaluating the loss and what happened next just takes the cake… Elderly couple suing police, Nationwide Insurance after hibiscus gets mistaken for marijuana-growing operation Briefly – …
Why Telling Your Doctor “I’m Fine” Can Hurt Your Louisiana Injury Claim Advice from Louisiana personal injury lawyer Loyd J. Bourgeois. You’ve been in a crash, or maybe you slipped and got hurt. Now you’re sitting in the doctor’s office, and they ask: Doctor or Nurse: “How are you feeling today?” You: “I’m okay” or …
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