Posts Tagged ‘Wrongful Death’
Top 10 Most Dangerous Trucking Companies in the US
Recent research has shown the importance of trucks to the American economy: over 70% of all goods shipped in the U.S. spend some of their time on a truck. Because they hold so much economic power, trucking companies must be held to certain standards, not only to ensure their workers are treated well but to…
Read MoreThe Difference Between Wrongful Death & Personal Injury
The main difference between personal injury and wrongful death claims is who is able to bring the case. If the victim survives the accident, they can file a personal injury claim in Louisiana themselves. However, if the victim succumbs to their injuries and passes away, their family or estate can file a wrongful death action…
Read MoreFedEx Driver Crashes Into Pickup, Leaving 1 Dead in Lake Charles
At 5:00 pm on June 5, a tragic accident involving a FedEx truck and a pickup occurred on Highway 12 in Beauregard Parish. A 21-year-old operating a Fed Ex truck side swiped the Chevy Silverado when attempting to pass it illegally on the eastbound lane. While the FedEx worker and driver of the Chevy truck…
Read MoreMotorcyclist Killed in the Early-Morning Collision in St. Tammany
In the early morning hours, in St. Tammany, a motorcyclist was killed in a brutal collision with a truck. The truck did not yield when faced with a stop sign, and thus was the cause of this terrible accident. The driver of the truck was wearing a seatbelt and did not sustain any injuries. Unfortunately,…
Read MoreTragic crash on I-10 outside New Orleans illustrates importance of distracted driving law
The driver who crashed into two vehicles on the shoulder of I-10 W outside of New Orleans, killing one of the occupants, was charged with negligent homicide on April 14. This tragic Interstate accident is a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant while driving, and the reasoning behind Louisiana’s distracted driving laws. Using a…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Wrongful Death Attorney
According to the National Vital Statistics System, the fourth most common cause of death in 2020 was unintentional injuries, which killed nearly 60 Americans per 100,000 people. It may be impossible to predict when a tragic event will take the life of a loved one, but when it does, you need to have a reputable…
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