After a Louisiana personal injury case settles, the check to the client usually goes out somewhere between one and two and a quarter months later. In Loyd J Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer (LJBLegal)’s recent Louisiana car accident cases, the median time from the final settlement agreement to distributing client funds was about 44 days. …
Getting a letter from the other driver’s insurance company saying, “We are denying liability,” can feel like the end of your claim. It is not. When the other driver’s insurance company denies liability, it means they are refusing to pay for your vehicle repairs, medical bills, lost wages, or other damages because they believe their …
If your insurance claim is stalled, you may feel stuck, stressed, and unsure what to do next. You may be waiting on money for medical bills, lost pay, or car repairs. Some delays are normal. Insurance companies can review records, ask fair questions, and check the facts. But they cannot drag out your claim for …
If you received a check from the insurance company after an accident, you may wonder if cashing it will end your case. In Louisiana, an unconditional tender usually means the insurer is paying money it agrees it owes, while your claim for more money may still continue. What Does An Unconditional Tender Mean In Louisiana? …
You were injured in a car accident and then receive a letter or email from the insurance adjuster that says: “At this stage, coverage has been verified and liability is accepted. We would like to extend the attached 10-day early settlement offer to resolve this matter.” At first glance, this may sound like great news. …
A serious facial injury after a Louisiana car accident can change your life in an instant. Deep cuts, burns, broken facial bones, and permanent scars can leave lasting physical pain and emotional trauma. Many people struggle with confidence, anxiety, and stress after an injury changes the way they look. You may also face mounting medical …
What Does Stipulation Mean in a Court Case? A stipulation is a legal term for a formal agreement between both parties in a legal case. It allows the opposing parties to accept certain facts, deadlines, or conditions without arguing those issues before a judge. Once approved by the court, a stipulation can become legally binding …
Merging lane crashes happen every day across Louisiana highways, bridges, and busy city roads. One driver believes they had room to merge. The other says the lane was already occupied. In many cases, both people walk away blaming each other. If you were hurt in a merging accident, you may be wondering who is legally …
Who’s At Fault For A Crash If I Was Stopped in the Intersection at a Red Light? What matters most is not the color of the light when the crash happens. What matters is whether you entered the intersection legally in the first place. If you’re like most people, you’ve had this moment. You ease …
Insurance may pay for chiropractic care depending on the situation. After a car accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance typically covers treatment if it is deemed medically necessary, but payment often comes later. Who Pays For Chiropractic Care After A Car Accident In Louisiana? If you were hurt in a crash, you may be asking a …
If you’re like most people, you’ve never gone through a personal injury lawsuit or even hired a New Orleans car accident lawyer before. And this can feel a little unsettling. You may wonder if someone is watching you or trying to catch you doing something wrong. Here’s the simple truth: yes, insurance companies sometimes use …
If you’re like most people, you’ve never hired a lawyer before. After a crash, things feel uncertain. It gets even more stressful when no one else saw what happened. You may be asking yourself, “Do I even have a case?” As a New Orleans car accident lawyer, I can confidently say the answer is yes. …
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