On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | May 15, 2020 | Car Accidents
Louisiana drivers understand that some driving behaviors are dangerous. But do you know where the hidden risks are? Do you know which behaviors are more dangerous than others? Today we will answer that question. We will look at drowsy driving in specific. We will...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | May 4, 2020 | Car Accidents
In 2010, Louisiana recorded 77 pedestrian deaths in vehicular crashes statewide. Fast forward a mere eight years to 2018 and the state experienced 164 pedestrian fatalities in a single year. These statistics released by the National Highway Traffic Safety...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Apr 22, 2020 | Car Accidents
A blow to the head during a motor vehicle accident can result in a traumatic brain injury. Symptoms of TBI do not always show up right away. Therefore, it is important to observe both passengers and drivers involved in a motor vehicle accident for troubling signs and...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Mar 31, 2020 | Car Accidents
The fastest way to get around day to day in Louisiana is to use the highway. Safety should be at the front of everyone’s minds when they get on the road, and driving on the highway requires a different set of specific skills than driving on a street or in the...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Mar 31, 2020 | Car Accidents
For those of us who drive our cars daily, getting into some sort of car accident is more of an eventuality than a hypothetical. However, there are a variety of different types of accidents that you can be involved in, and avoiding accidents with semi trucks is very...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Mar 31, 2020 | Car Accidents
Texting and other distractions while driving contribute to a significant percentage of serious auto accident injuries. According to data from the National Safety Council, approximately 26% of car crashes involve cell phone use, and drivers who are talking or texting...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Mar 30, 2020 | Car Accidents
Like many states, Louisiana has a graduated license program designed to reduce accidents among new teen drivers. This three-stage process helps them become safe, responsible drivers. If you have a teen who wants to drive, help them follow the appropriate licensing...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Mar 17, 2020 | Car Accidents
Traffic accidents occur daily. While many are minor and nothing more than an inconvenience, there are still those that are catastrophic and change the lives of those involved forever. Everyone on the road has to do their part to avoid accidents, but there are also...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Jan 15, 2020 | Car Accidents
If you’ve been involved in a car crash, it’s not unusual to suffer some emotional repercussions in addition to physical ones — even if you didn’t suffer severe physical injuries. You may feel a general sense of anxiety as well as anger, fear...
On behalf of The Townsley Law Firm | Jan 8, 2020 | Car Accidents
Drunk drivers can cause serious car accidents which can result in serious injuries to victims. Drunk driving accident victims should be aware that drunk drivers may be liable for the damages that victims suffer and victims must be familiar with the legal protections...
