Perhaps you were commuting between New Orleans and Covington, Louisiana, when you were hit from behind by a large truck. Now you're dealing with serious injuries and wondering if you can obtain compensation for medical costs and other losses. You may be able to file a...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Media reports uptick in reckless driving
Folks are supposed to be sheltering in place, but essential personnel are still going to work, and others still need to shop for food and other necessities. Regardless of whether one drives or walks to do these errands, they likely have a story about a driver driving...
What to do after a motor vehicle accident
Drivers are lucky if they have never been in a car accident. However, most of us will have either been a driver or a passenger involved in a crash. Regardless of who is at fault or driving, it is a stressful moment, mainly if there are severe injuries. How people...
Later starting times for high schools lead to safer roads
Parents of high school students know that Coventry’s 7:20 starting time for school comes early. They also see first-hand that teens are less concerned with getting a good night’s sleep, instead often staying up late even on a school night. Other everyday worries...
Fatality rates are down, but motorcycles are still dangerous
There have been alarming news regarding the 50% increase in the number of pedestrian deaths here in the United States in the last decade. So it is always nice to pass along some good news – motorcycle fatalities were down in 2018 (the most recent year of comprehensive...
How do you know if someone else is liable for your accident?
An accident that left you injured can also leave you with unexpected medical bills and other complications in your life. If the incident was not your fault, how you can move forward with seeking appropriate compensation? How can you know if you have grounds to pursue...
Spring brings flowers, foxes and flooding. Beware.
It’s natural to feel your spirits beginning to lift as the weather improves in the springtime. The days are warmer and longer, and we’re all starting to get spring fever. At the same time, it’s important to rein in the excitement when you’re on the roads. Did you know...
The dangers of semi-trucks on the road
Semi-trucks are massive vehicles that take up a huge amount of road space. These commercial machines are necessary for the daily business of manufacturing and shipping, but they carry significant risk. Since 2015, over 12,000 people have died in truck crashes, with...
Proper auto insurance makes a difference
The likelihood of a car crash is such that the average driver will be in at least four crashes in their lifetime, which is why Louisiana requires motorists to carry auto insurance. Moreover, it can be helpful regardless of who is at fault. However, these policies are...
Preserving your interests after a car accident
In the instant it takes for two vehicles to collide, your life can irrevocably change. You may find yourself sitting in a damaged vehicle with painful injuries, and you may not have any idea how you will pick up the pieces and more forward from this point. The...