When driving along the road in Lake Charles and throughout Louisiana, even the most cautious and alert people are not expecting another vehicle to veer into their lane. When the vehicle comes from the other side of the road and is heading in the wrong direction, there are few places to go even if the driver has the quick reactions to try and avoid an accident. With a head-on crash, the chances of severe injuries and fatalities are substantial. There is rarely a reasonable explanation as to why a vehicle goes into the opposite lanes and drives into traffic, so when there is a crash, those who have been hurt or the family of a person who died must remember their rights to seek compensation.
Accident kills trusty on work release, injures another
A fatal accident can happen to anyone in Louisiana regardless of who they are, what they do and the circumstances under which they were in the accident. These can be work accidents, car accidents, a medical mistake and in many other situations. One common denominator in just about every one of these incidents is that there will be a family left behind who will need to move forward without their loved one. No matter how and why it happened, having legal assistance to consider a wrongful death legal filing is crucial.
Prisoner dies in fatal accident while on work release duty
In Louisiana, it is an unfortunately common occurrence for people to be injured on the job. The type of jobs in which people suffer injuries can vary, and even jobs that are not considered very dangerous can have accidents with injuries and fatalities. Some jobs are known for the risk the workers face when they do them. That includes law enforcement, emergency responders and construction workers. When there is a work accident and a loved one has suffered wrongful death in the incident, the family must ensure they are fully protected by discussing a legal filing with a qualified attorney.
Fatal accident statistics show Louisiana bicyclists at high risk
Louisianans who get around via bicycle are saving money, helping the environment and keeping themselves in shape. It can be hard to envision how there can be negatives associated with the activity and its accompanying benefits, but people who head out on a bicycle in the state should be aware of the dangers. According to a recent analysis, Louisiana is second in the U.S. for fatal bicycle accidents.
Pipe manufacturer employee dies in workplace accident
Certain jobs in Louisiana carry with them a significant amount of risk to workers. Others might seem relatively safe. Regardless of the type of work a person does, there is always the chance that there will be an accident with injuries. In a worst-case, these injuries can be fatal. For those who have suffered the loss of a loved one in a fatal workplace accident, the immediate aftermath will entail the emotional effect of an unexpected death. Other issues will quickly come to the forefront, including lost income, lost companionship and more. Although, it is difficult to think about, a wrongful death lawsuit can help to recover compensation.
Pickup turns into motorcyclist's path leading to fatal accident
Regardless of how cautious Lake Charles motorcyclists are when they are on the road, their vulnerability to being injured or facing a wrongful death incident in an accident is inherent and well-known. Because they are on a smaller vehicle that drivers of conventional vehicles will have the propensity to miss if they are not paying strict attention, accidents because of negligence or recklessness can occur and lead to significant damage. When there is a motorcycle crash and it leads to death, it is imperative that the family of the deceased person understands their rights to seek compensation in a legal filing with help from a qualified attorney.
Pedestrian hit by car in front of store dies in fatal accident
Lake Charles residents must stay aware of pedestrians. There are other locations where pedestrians are at an increased risk. But, wherever a person is hit, it can lead to severe injuries or a wrongful death. For people who have been hurt or lost a loved one in a fatal accident, a law firm that is experienced in investigating pedestrian accidents in any location can help with pursuing compensation.
Fatal accident after pickup's U-turn claims life of motorcyclist
Louisiana motorcyclists face consistent danger when out on the road. The risks are inherent due to the recklessness, negligence and behaviors of drivers of conventional vehicles. To make matters worse, motorcyclists are exceedingly vulnerable to injuries and wrongful death when they are in a crash. After a fatal accident, the family that is forced to cope with the unexpected and untimely loss of a loved one will want answers. A legal filing can help to get those answers and recover compensation for the fatality.
Vehicle hits trucker inspecting blowout, causing wrongful death
When there is an accident in Louisiana, there is never an excuse for fleeing the scene no matter the circumstances. With a crash, the decision to flee will make the situation exponentially worse. Law enforcement is vigilant about catching hit-and-run drivers and the family of the person who was hurt or died in these accidents must protect their interests with help from a lawyer when the fleeing driver is caught.
Louisiana refinery worker falls to death in fatal accident
For people who work in Louisiana, there is a likelihood that every family will have a relative who works in the oil and gas industry. That can include refinery work for people who are directly employed by a company or serve as contractors. While this is a solid industry to work in, there is an inherent danger of being in an accident on the job. This can result in injuries and fatalities. When there is the loss of a loved one in a fatal accident while working in a refinery, having legal assistance to consider the options is imperative.
