Car Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents occur on a daily basis, causing families a great deal of heartache. The increase in traffic deaths nationwide has left many transportation officials concerned. A recent report by the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety shows that states with...

Drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol are responsible for countless injuries and deaths in Louisiana. In addition to criminal DUI charges, impaired drivers may also face civil court when the injured motorist in the accident sues for damages. In civil court,...

Spinal cord injuries are fairly common for people who have been injured in a car accident. These injuries can cause irreversible damage to the spine, causing car accident victims a lifetime of pain and difficulty. Many accident victims struggle to care for themselves...

Nowadays, ignition-interlock devices are commonly used to prevent people under the influence of alcohol from starting their vehicles. The device can measure a driver's blood alcohol level by analyzing their breath. In 1993, states started to implement laws relating to...

As technology continues to develop, drivers continue to get distracted behind the wheel. One common form of distraction has proven to be the Facetime feature on Apple products. In 2014, a driver was using the phone app when he rear-ended a couple's vehicle and killed...

Accident victims suffering from damage to the spinal cord will likely face countless obstacles and challenges during the recovery process. The expensive surgeries, physical and cognitive therapy and extended hospital stays may become overwhelming for both victims and...

The recent New Year's Eve holiday saw revelers around the world celebrating the arrival of 2017. And, as a recent article noted, for many people throughout the world, including in Louisiana, those celebrations included alcohol. While there are many people who enjoy...

Car accidents can be more expensive than you would expect. While you might prepare for the cost of vehicle damage, you might not be ready for the medical bills. If you were injured in an accident then medical costs can really add up. On top of that you will need to...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that over 35,000 people were killed in road fatalities last year. Many of these accident deaths could have been avoided if the drivers involved had gotten more sleep. The AAA Foundation found while a vast...

Now that the holiday season is in full swing, millions of Americans will be traveling the roadways. However, not everyone will make it to their destinations safely. Each year, thousands of accidents result in the deaths and injuries of Louisiana residents. Many of...