After a Truck Accident in New Orleans and Orleans Parish
A crash with an 18-wheeler or commercial truck can change your life in seconds. These wrecks happen every day in Uptown, Gentilly, Lakeview, Carrollton, Holly Grove, and near the Garden District. Many occur on major routes like Interstate 10, Interstate 610, Business 90, Airline Highway, and the Earhart Expressway. After the crash, you may feel hurt, shaken, and unsure what comes next.
Medical bills start arriving quickly. Time away from work creates stress at home. Trucking companies and their insurers often contact victims early, sometimes within days, and push for statements or quick settlements. These early offers rarely reflect the full cost of a serious truck injury. The New Orleans personal injury lawyers at LJBLegal help people injured in truck crashes across Orleans Parish protect their rights, avoid being underpaid, and move forward with clarity.
Why Do Truck Accidents Cause Such Severe Injuries?
Commercial trucks move through neighborhoods like Gentilly, Mid City, and Carrollton every day. Their size and weight mean longer stopping distances and stronger impact forces. When a truck hits a passenger vehicle, the injuries are often serious and life changing. Many clients face surgeries, long recovery periods, and lasting physical or emotional effects. These crashes do not just disrupt a commute, they disrupt lives.
How Are Truck Accident Claims Different From Car Accidents?
A truck crash on Interstate 10 or near a Business 90 interchange often involves more than one responsible party. Federal safety rules, company policies, driver logs, and maintenance records may all matter. Trucking companies have teams working to limit what they pay. Without the right legal support, injured people often accept settlements that fall far short of what they truly need.
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FREE Confidential Case Review (985) 240-9773Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Orleans Parish
Finding the real cause of a truck accident is essential. In many New Orleans cases, several safety failures come together to cause a serious crash.
What Driver Errors Lead to Truck Accidents?
Speeding, distraction, unsafe lane changes, fatigue, and impairment remain common causes of truck crashes, especially on high traffic roads like Airline Highway and Interstate 610. Even a brief lapse in judgment can have devastating consequences when a commercial vehicle is involved.
How Do Trucking Companies Create Safety Risks?
Some trucking companies pressure drivers to meet tight delivery schedules through Uptown, Downtown, and nearby industrial corridors. Others fail to train drivers properly or delay needed repairs. When safety takes a back seat to speed or profit, people in surrounding neighborhoods pay the price.
Can Poor Maintenance or Defective Parts Cause a Crash?
Brake failures, tire blowouts, and steering problems can cause sudden loss of control on roads like the Earhart Expressway or near Lakeview. In these cases, responsibility may extend beyond the driver to a maintenance provider or parts manufacturer.
Why Does Cargo Loading Matter?
Improperly loaded or unsecured cargo can shift during travel, increasing the risk of rollovers or jackknife crashes. This danger is especially high when trucks turn through residential areas such as Gentilly or Carrollton. Cargo that falls onto the roadway can also cause secondary crashes.
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FREE Confidential Case Review (985) 240-9773Who Can Be Responsible for a New Orleans Truck Accident?
Truck accident cases in Louisiana often involve multiple at-fault parties. Identifying all responsible parties is a key step toward a fair recovery.
- The truck driver
- The trucking company
- The owner of the truck or trailer
- The cargo loading company
- A maintenance or repair provider
- A manufacturer of a defective part
The attorneys of LJBLegal look beyond the obvious to make sure no responsible party is overlooked.
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FREE Confidential Case Review (985) 240-9773What Evidence Matters After a Truck Accident in New Orleans?
Strong evidence often determines whether a case settles fairly or falls short. In truck accidents on Interstate 10 or Business 90, critical evidence can be lost or overwritten if no one acts quickly.
What Should You Do Right After the Crash?
Seek medical care right away, even if injuries seem minor. If you can do so safely, take photos of the vehicles, the roadway, and your injuries. Get contact information for witnesses and make sure law enforcement responds. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance adjusters before getting legal guidance.
What Evidence Does LJBLegal Work to Preserve?
- Police reports and witness statements
- Driver logs and electronic logging device data
- Event Data Recorder data, often called a truck black box
- Maintenance and inspection records
- Cargo loading and weight documents
- Company safety files and internal policies
- Traffic or security camera footage, when available
When needed, LJBLegal works with accident reconstruction experts and other specialists to explain how the crash happened and why it could have been prevented.
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FREE Confidential Case Review (985) 240-9773What Compensation Is Available After a Truck Accident?
A fair recovery should reflect both the financial and personal costs of a truck accident. Serious truck injuries often result in long-term medical needs and lost earning ability. Without strong representation, many injured people settle for far less than their case is worth.
Louisiana now follows modified comparative fault starting January 1, 2026. Under this rule, you may recover compensation if you are less than 51 percent at fault. Any recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found 51 percent or more responsible, recovery is barred. Understanding how fault is argued and applied can make a major difference in the outcome of your case.
What Losses Can a Truck Accident Claim Include?
- Emergency care, hospital stays, and rehabilitation
- Future medical treatment and long-term therapy
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Vehicle damage and related expenses
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of daily life
Unfortunately, with large vehicles, sometimes truck crashes can be fatal. If your loved one was killed in a crash, you’ll need the help of a New Orleans wrongful death lawyer to pursue a wrongful death claim and a survival action.
Do You Need a Lawsuit or Can You Settle?
Many New Orleans truck accident cases resolve through settlement, which can provide relief without a trial. Still, fair settlements usually happen only when the other side knows your legal team is ready for court. If litigation becomes necessary, preparation from the start matters.
Serious cases require more than a recognizable name. They require careful investigation, detailed case building, and personal attention. At LJBLegal, our Louisiana truck accident attorneys work closely with a dedicated case manager and trusted experts to prepare every case as if it may go to trial.
What Deadlines Apply Under Louisiana Law?
Under current Louisiana law, you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline can permanently end your claim. Acting early also helps preserve evidence and strengthens your case.
How Does the LJBLegal Client Portal App Help You?
LJBLegal provides a client portal app designed to keep you informed and supported. You can check your case status 24 hours a day, upload documents, get answers to common questions, and message your attorney or your dedicated case manager at any time.
What Is the No Pay No Play Rule in Louisiana?
Louisiana’s No Pay No Play law limits recovery for uninsured drivers, even when another driver caused the crash. As of August 1, 2025, an uninsured driver cannot recover the first $100,000 of bodily injury damages or the first $100,000 of property damage. Compensation beyond those amounts may still be available, and exceptions apply in certain situations.
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At LJBLegal, cost should never be the reason you hesitate to get help. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means:
- No upfront costs. You do not pay anything to hire us.
- No fee unless we win. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you.
- No surprises. Our fee stays the same even if we file a lawsuit or take your case to trial.
Why People Across New Orleans Choose LJBLegal
After a truck accident in neighborhoods like the Garden District, Carrollton, or Holly Grove, many people feel outmatched by large companies and insurance teams. Handling a claim alone often leads to an underpaid result. The attorneys of LJBLegal focus on trust, guidance, and steady support. We listen first, explain your options clearly, and build your case with care.
If you were hurt in a New Orleans truck accident, contact LJBLegal. You deserve support, honesty, and a legal team ready to stand with you every step of the way.
