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What is a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is a severe, life-altering injury that causes long-term or permanent disabilities or impairments. These types ...
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What is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?

If you’re dealing with a catastrophic injury, you could be eligible for compensation through a personal injury claim. ...
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How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?

If you've been injured by someone else's negligence, you might think your journey is over once you've made ...
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What is the Difference Between Bodily Injury and Personal Injury?

The main difference between bodily injury and personal injury is that, while bodily injury refers specifically to physical ...
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Will my personal injury case go to trial?

The vast majority of personal injury cases do not go to trial, and are instead settled out of ...

How do I pay for a personal injury lawyer?

Most personal injury lawyers in the United States work under what’s called a contingency fee basis: that is, ...
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Do I need a lawyer if I’ve suffered a personal injury?

The short answer is yes, you absolutely need a personal injury lawyer if you’ve been injured due to ...
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How long do I have to file my claim?

Louisiana law stipulates a statute of limitations of one (1) year for most personal injury cases. A statute ...
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How long will it take to settle my claim?

Because every case is different, there’s no hard-and-fast rule as to how long a case can take. Simpler ...

How much is my personal injury case worth?

The amount you might expect from a personal injury claim can vary based on a number of factors, ...

What damages are available in a personal injury case?

Louisiana law divides the types of damages you can seek in a personal injury case into two broad ...
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What do I do after an accident?

If you’ve been injured in an accident, your first priority should be to get medical attention. Even if ...