A truck accident can rob you of life as you know it. In many instances, these wrecks leave victims with permanent disability, psychological traumatization and financial losses that can crater the stability of even those with extensive savings. Without further action,...
Car Accidents
Can I collect damages if the truck wasn’t properly maintained?
To answer the question in the title above, yes, you may be able to collect damages if the truck that injured you was not properly maintained by the trucking company. To explain why, we first need to cover some basic information. Why large trucks are so dangerous Large...
How truck drivers cause truck accidents
Tractor-trailer trucks play a very important role in the economy in Louisiana. They are designed to carry large loads of various products or equipment to various stores and other retailers. They also provide many jobs to the truck drivers who drive the trucks around...
Consider this before accepting a truck crash settlement
It only takes the blink of an eye for a semi-truck to take you by surprise and cause a devastating accident. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident on your way to work or during a road trip, then you know the extensive damage that can be caused by these big rigs....
Steps to take when you are involved in a car crash
Driving on Louisiana roadways is something most people take for granted, whether you are running errands, going to work or heading out for date night. At & Associates, we have experience representing clients injured in traffic...
How long can I wait before filing an auto accident lawsuit?
Many of us have heard the phrase “time is of the essence.” That is true for many areas of life, but if you have been hurt in a car accident on a Louisiana road, that phrase is even more applicable for your current situation. If you want to file a civil...
Car accidents – the leading cause of traumatic brain injury
Anyone who has ever had a bump on the head knows that it can be scary when what follows is a massive headache, nausea and vomiting. Those who have visited a Louisiana emergency room following an incident like this have likely heard they had a concussion or a...
Understanding whiplash following a car accident
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries people experience after a car accident. Every year, over one million Americans sustain whiplash-related injuries from collisions. While a majority of these injuries are minor, there are others that result in long-term...
Medical and legal complications of car crashes
If you were to be involved in a car crash in Louisiana, you would likely realize quite rapidly that the process of obtaining recompense for your injuries is complex and full of pitfalls. At & Associates, the last thing we want to...
What should you know about the distracted driving epidemic?
When you drive through Louisiana, there's a good chance that you're going to pass at least one distracted driver. Distracted driving is an epidemic affecting the entire nation, and here are a few things that you should know about it before you hit the road again.The...