Personal Injury
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Personal Injury Attorneys in Baton Rouge, LA
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At Joubert Law Firm, we believe in justice for Louisianans who have been wrongfully injured or killed due to the negligence of another. Our Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers have decades of combined litigation experience, so you can be at peace with having such strong legal representation on your side. We have won millions of dollars in compensation for clients who have suffered injuries from dog bites, auto accidents, boat accidents, wrongful death, and so much more.
What is Personal Injury?
Personal injury law, commonly known as tort law, protects those who have suffered severe physical or mental injuries as a result of another person’s negligence, carelessness, or misconduct. Personal injury victims may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other expenses.
Types of Personal Injury Claims
There are numerous types of personal injury claims out there. Below, we’ll list some of the more common ones we see at Joubert Law Firm.
For a free consultation, call an experienced Baton Rouge personal injury lawyer at Joubert Law Firm today at 225-777-8853.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are the most common personal injury claim in the United States. Car accidents, semi-truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, and even pedestrian accidents fall under the umbrella of motor vehicle accidents. Although each car and truck has built-in safety mechanisms to protect passengers from injury – such as seat belts, airbags, anti-lock brakes, etc. – thousands of Americans still suffer serious injuries, permanent disability, and even death from auto accidents every year. If you or someone you love sustained one of the common car accident injuries listed below, call a Baton Rouge motor vehicle accident attorney today.
Product liability is another type of personal injury claim that our attorneys handle. Claims like this arise when a person suffers major health consequences from dangerous or defective products. People may sue for a variety of issues, including defective manufacturing, defective design, defective marketing, or failure to warn consumers of a dangerous product.
If handled incorrectly, all products can jeopardize human health and safety. However, certain items are more hazardous than others. Product liability lawsuits are frequently filed over dangerous drugs, medical devices, lawn equipment, vehicle parts, and even children’s toys.
When someone suffers catastrophic injuries on government, company, or personal property, they have grounds to file a premises liability lawsuit. There are many instances that can lead to lawsuits like this, including:
Slipping and falling in grocery stores, government buildings, sidewalks, hotels, restaurants, etc.
Falls as a result of broken or missing handrails in public spaces
Dog attacks in parks or neighborhoods
Subpar security in public spaces such as government buildings, churches, parking garages, etc.
Injuries as a result of noncompliance with building safety or fire regulations
Construction site injuries
Baton Rouge residents must establish that the company or property owner created a dangerous environment, failed to keep the area safe, or failed to warn of possible hazards in order to have a strong argument in the courtroom. The personal injury lawyers at Joubert Law Firm can help you gather evidence to prove these elements of negligence.
Dog attacks can be physically and emotionally traumatic for any victim. Louisiana has strict guidelines regarding dangerous dogs in order to protect people from potential attacks and legal fees. Louisiana RS 14:102:14 describes dangerous dogs as those that:
Caused a victim to protect themselves from physical harm at least twice in the last 3 years while on public property
Attacked or bit a victim without first being aggravated
Killed or injured another animal on at least two separate occasions in the last 3 years while on public property
Dangerous dogs can cause life-threatening injuries, including rabies, infections, broken bones, deep lacerations, and permanent scarring and disfigurement, all of which can cost you thousands of dollars in medical bills. That’s why the Joubert Law Firm is passionate about fighting for justice and maximum compensation. Our Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers can help you sue a dog owner if:
They knew that their dog could bite or attack someone based on the dog’s history
They could have prevented the attack by keeping their dog on a leash, behind a fence, or in a kennel and failed to do so
The victim didn’t aggravate the dog in any way
The personal injury attorneys at Joubert Law Firm have successfully litigated many dog bite cases before. In fact, we helped one of our dog bite clients win a total of $206,000 so that they could pay for their medical care and other damages. Our legal team is ready to help you reach a fair settlement, too.
Similarly to motor vehicle accidents, boating accidents can cause life threatening injuries and even permanent disability. In fact, data from the U.S. Coast Guard reveals that 767 Americans died while 3,191 sustained major injuries from boating accidents in 2020.
Also similarly to driving, boat accidents can happen either due to negligence or a simple mistake. Listed below are the most common causes of boating accidents.
Speeding
Driving the boat while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs
Machinery or equipment failure
Lack of experience or attention by the boat driver
Improper lookout
Failing to follow right-of-way rules on the water
Not anchoring the boat properly
Poor weather conditions which often cause choppy waves and limited visibility
Overloading the boat
Sharp turns
These mistakes or acts of negligence can lead to TBI, amputations, broken bones, whiplash, drowning, and more. If you or someone you love is suffering injuries from a boat accident caused by negligence, you may have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit.
Wrongful death lawsuits arise when a person’s misconduct or carelessness ultimately causes someone else’s death. Common causes of wrongful death can include:
Our Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers have successfully litigated numerous wrongful death lawsuits.
What is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases in Louisiana?
According to the statute of limitations in Louisiana Civil Code Section 3492, you have one year from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Seek Compensation for Personal Injury in Baton Rouge
Depending on the details of your personal injury claim, you may be eligible for financial compensation. Accident victims can recover economic or non-economic damages.
Recoverable Economic Damages in Personal Injury Cases
Victims in personal injury cases may receive economic damages in order to pay for the monetary losses from an accident. Common types of economic damages include:
Present medical expenses
Future medical costs
Future physical therapy and rehabilitation bills
Property damage
Lost wages
Loss of earning capacity
Claiming Non-Economic Damages for Personal Injuries
Meanwhile, non-economic damages can pay for losses that can’t be measured monetarily. Common examples include:
Physical pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life
Loss of consortium
Permanent disfigurement or disability
Commonly Asked Questions
What should I do after being involved in a boating accident in Baton Rouge?
After a boating accident in Baton Rouge, it is important to seek medical attention immediately, report the incident to the appropriate authorities, gather evidence such as photos and witness contact information, and consult with a personal injury attorney for guidance on your legal options.
What types of injuries can result from a premises liability accident in Baton Rouge?
Premises liability accidents in Baton Rouge can result in various injuries such as broken bones, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and more. Seeking legal advice from a personal injury attorney can help you understand your rights and options for pursuing compensation.
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Almost all suits for personal injury damages or wrongful death must be filed within one (1) year of the date of the occurrence. The deadline can be extended in some cases involving injured children and in worker’s compensation cases. However, you should never wait until the end of the time limit in which to file a claim or lawsuit as evidence gets stale and your testimony regarding the seriousness of the injury becomes less convincing. In addition, the defendant, whom your lawyer must correctly identify and serve with the lawsuit, may disappear. Therefore, it is our recommendation that you seek the advice of an attorney as quickly as possible.
With the exception of some insurance policies purchased by you, you are not obligated to give a recorded statement. However, if you give a recorded statement, it may be used against you later. If you chose to give a recorded statement, be sure to ask for a copy of the transcript. However, it is our recommendation that you do not give any statements to an insurance adjuster, including your own insurance company, without legal representation.
We recommend using physicians with the best credentials. Not only will you receive the highest quality care and the credibility of your claim will be strengthened, but the opinions of the doctors will influence, in large part, the value of your claim. Comply fully with all of your doctors’ instructions. If you fail to do so, the defendants can request the court to instruct the jury to reduce your damages. Never miss a doctor’s appointment. After each visit or no show, the doctor or therapist makes a written record that later will be used as evidence in your case.
