Your car, truck or SUV probably has hundreds of safety features, including seat belts, airbags and crumple zones. While these enhancements reduce your chances of suffering a serious injury in a motor vehicle accident, nothing can eliminate your risk. Regrettably, some...
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Your SCI after a motor vehicle accident
Motor vehicle accidents in Louisiana risk a variety of injuries like whiplash and broken bones, but few have as long-lasting impacts as spinal cord injuries. You may have immediate surgery, months of recovery and a paralyzed future to adapt to after sustaining one....
Do pedestrians have the right of way in Lake Charles?
Before you step off the curb to cross the street, be familiar with the pedestrian laws in Lake Charles. You may assume that pedestrians always have the right of way, but that is incorrect. What does having the right of way mean? Automobiles and pedestrians can not be...
Should drivers worry about drowsiness?
Drivers have a lot on their plate when it comes to safety. One wrong move could potentially result in a crash that can cause serious injury or even death, so it is important for drivers to know their limits and understand sources of danger. For example, even the state...
How can you avoid accidents by driving defensively?
It is every driver's duty to conduct themselves responsibly when on the road. Defensive driving provides motorists with the tools they need to preserve their safety and the safety of others. Driving defensively reduces your risk of an accident, so it is important to...
Should you replace child restraints after a car accident?
A car accident in Louisiana can seriously rattle your confidence. Anyone in the vehicle may experience triggers when they recall the traumatic situation. Preparing everyone to get back into a vehicle may take some time. One thing to consider is the reliability of any...
Distractions can impair driver response
Distracted driving creates many preventable road hazards that can cause serious car accidents in Louisiana. Operating a cellphone, trying to find an address, watching road construction and even having conversations with other passengers are all distractions....
Auto Insurance Vs. Health Insurance: Who Pays After A Car Crash
A car accident is not an event you ever want to experience. When it happens, and you face an unexpected injury, you may wonder who will pay. Accident injuries may range from cosmetic to more serious. No matter where your injuries land on the spectrum, you may require...
Do I need underinsured motorist insurance?
After an accident, you should always gather insurance information from the other party. It is important to understand that it is common for people to only carry a minimal amount of insurance. When this happens, it can complicate your claim. The insurer will only pay...
Understand the costs of your SCI to prepare for the future
Spinal cord injuries represent a small portion of the total injuries sustained in the United States. If you are one of those people suffering one, that is probably a cold comfort. SCIs risk lifelong paralysis. Even if you recover, it still requires weeks or months of...
