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How long do I have to file a Louisiana personal injury claim stemming from a car accident?

 

A: Personal injury claims stemming from a car accident must be filed within 1 year of the date you are injured.Louisiana personal injury attorneys can help if you have sustained serious injuries resulting in costly medical expenses.

The auto accident claims process can become complicated, depending on the circumstances surrounding your car accident. One of the first things that will need to be established is liability.

Because of the investigative work that Louisiana personal injury attorneys must do, the complicated paperwork that must be filed and the evidence that must be collected, waiting to pursue a claim is never a good idea.

The longer you wait, the more you risk damaging your case. By acting quickly, you can help preserve evidence and move the auto accident claims process along.

After contacting Louisiana personal injury attorneys and presenting your case, if they decide you have a valid claim worth pursuing, the next step will be to file a claim. 

There could be numerous forms and paperwork to complete. While it may feel overwhelming, you don’t have to go it alone with legal counsel on your side.

Louisiana personal injury attorneys also may be able to assist with evidence collection, which can include a police report, testimony from a car crash expert, statements from witnesses, pictures of the damage to your vehicle and the accident scene, and more. Collecting this evidence may take time, so you want to act quickly.

Due to the 1-year deadline in filing a claim after a car accident, you will want to speak to a New Orleans car accident attorney as soon as possible. Don’t delay -- time may be of the essence.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a New Orleans Car Accident Attorney

As the victim of an auto accident, you have a lot of questions about your health, your financial future and personal injury claims in general. Personal injury attorneys Timothy J. Young, Robert J. Young Jr. and Jason C. MacFetters understand your concerns and anxieties. Before you hire an attorney, order this free injury guide to learn about your rights in Louisiana. The Young Firm is located in New Orleans and serves clients throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, Shreveport and beyond. Contact us today at 1-504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.




Truck accident cases in Louisiana can be very complicated.  Don't wait to call our Louisiana truck accident attorneys until it is too late.  Documents are destroyed and memories fade over time.  Your case is important and we can help.  Simply phone (866) 660-7220 to get started.

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