The actions of other people can do real harm to you and your family. Car crashes are a perfect example. You may be incredibly careful when you drive, but you can't stop someone else from texting at the wheel, eating a cheeseburger while they drive or getting behind...
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Motor Vehicle Accident
Just how deadly are the roads in Louisiana?
Summer is here, and traffic is up all over the country -- including here in Louisiana. A lot of folks are enjoying a renewed sense of freedom as they get out and about, but that freedom needs to be tempered with a bit of caution. According to the Louisiana Department...
Cognitive distractions and car wrecks
Fatal motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of accidental death in Louisiana. Many crashes result from distracted driving. Countless people engage in distracted driving from time to time, so it's important to understand how to avoid distractions. How distracted...
Understanding how side guards on trailers reduce fatal accidents
Louisiana deals with its fair share of tractor-trailer accidents each year. Some of the deadliest accidents are those where a vehicle runs into the side of the trailer, commonly referred to as a side collision. Many advocates who have lost loved ones due to these...
Are SUVS more dangerous for pedestrians?
Studies show that SUVs are more prone to killing pedestrians compared to sedans in Louisiana and throughout the United States. SUVs, pickup trucks and passenger vans are more often responsible for fatalities due to their larger size. The front profile of SUVs is...
Are bicycle accidents on the rise?
Fatal bicycle accidents are currently on the rise, which may be due to the increase in cycling popularity and fitness in Louisiana. The prevalence of distracted driving is contributing factor as more people spend time on their phones while driving a car. More drivers...
Drivers opening vehicle doors are a concern for cyclists
One of the main concerns that cyclists have while navigating different types of roads in Louisiana is drivers opening their car doors unexpectedly, which can lead to severe injuries for cyclists. In most situations, the driver opening the door is liable for the...
Why drowsy truck drivers are a danger
There are a number of reasons that a fatigued truck driver can be dangerous. Drowsy driving is a significant contributor to many types of Louisiana accidents, and a truck driver is behind the wheel of a powerful vehicle that can cause much worse accidents than a small...
Determining liability in motor vehicle and pedestrian accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that approximately 5,000 pedestrians are killed in accidents involving motor vehicles every year, including residents of Louisiana. In addition, 76,000 people are involved in pedestrian accidents with...
Can a car accident cause PTSD?
A car accident in Louisiana can cause physical injuries and often takes a mental toll on those involved in the collision. It's common to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder due to the trauma that occurs. Car accidents are the leading cause of PTSD and are due...