http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/ The Young Firm Blog en-us 2012 The Young Firm, All Rights Reserved, Reproduced with Permission http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/ Sun, 20 May 2012 04:47:33 GMT http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/images/logoprint.gif http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/ If you are pursuing a truck accident claim, determining responsibility is important for getting the proper outcome. There have been many new regulations implemented to curb distracted driving. As many as 71% of truck accidents where a truck driver played a role are caused by distracted driving. CDL (commercial driver’s license) holders do not always obey the rules and regulations.

According to the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute's study on distracted driving, the risk of accidents increases substantially when a commercial truck is involved. While dialing a phone, a driver of a car is 2.8 times more likely to cause a serious accident. A commercial truck driver will increase his or her risk by 5.9 times while dialing a phone. The risk faced when reaching for electronic devices is as high as 6.7 times more for commercial truck drivers while cars have an increased risk of 1.4 times the average accident likelihood.

There are many other distractions that can cause a major truck accident, such as:

• Manual distractions, using hands for other things like eating, or tuning the radio;
• Cognitive distractions, including not paying attention to the road because the mind is elsewhere; and
• Visual distractions, including when eyes are not totally and completely focused; and on the road ahead because the driver is tired.

Contacting a Louisiana Personal Injury Attorney

You can get your free copy of our Free Injury Guide today. If you have been involved in a truck accident and need a Louisiana truck accident attorney, contact us at 504-680-4100. 
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Here are just some of the fault factors that may affect the amount of compensation you are eligible to receive in a truck accident claim: 

• not allowing a truck to merge;
• inattentive/distracted driving;
• changing lanes directly in front of truck;
• failing to stop at a red light or stop sign;
• impaired driving;
• speeding;
• abrupt lane changes;
• driving in blind spot;
• following truck too closely; and
• failing to take into account weather conditions.

Actions such as these, along with other circumstances, could significantly impact the types of compensation available in a truck accident claim. To maximize the value of your claim, speak with a Louisiana truck accident lawyer.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a Louisiana Truck Accident Lawyer

As the victim of a truck accident, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Accident 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 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220. 
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/factors%2Dthat%2Dmay%2Dimpact%2Dcompensation%2Din%2Da%2Dlouisiana%2Dtruck%2Daccident%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-81591 Tue, 15 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT car insurance coverage can be a difficult task. With so many different types of car insurance, the price plans and coverage options can be vast. That’s why it’s important to know about the different types of car insurance coverage and which ones could play an important role in keeping your family safe and covered in the event of a car accident. 


Good types of car insurance coverage for families include: 

• Liability – this will pay for the damages and medical expenses of the other party if you are in an at-fault accident;
• Uninsured & underinsured motorist – this will cover costs of an accident involving a driver without sufficient insurance;
• Medical payments – this will cover medical costs for your family, as well as any passengers involved in the accident;
• Comprehensive – covers unforeseen costs and damages not covered under collision, such as theft, vandalism and damage caused by floods, fires, a rock hitting your windshield, a tree falling on your car, etc.;
• Collision – this covers the costs of repairs on your car in the event of a collision; and
• Roadside assistance – this will cover the costs of towing and emergency road expenses. 

If your family has a teenage driver, some of these types of car insurance coverage are even more important. Because teens are considered high-risk drivers and are more likely to get into accidents, liability insurance, roadside assistance and medical payments can be good types of car insurance coverage for a young driver.

If there comes a time when you need to file a claim, be sure to consult a Louisiana car accident attorney who can ensure that your rights are protected and that you get all compensation to which you are entitled.

Contact a Louisiana Car Accident Attorney

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, call Louisiana accident attorneys at The Young Firm at 1-866-660-7220 or view this free injury guide for more information.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/car%2Dinsurance%2Dcoverage%2Dthat%2Dlouisiana%2Dfamilies%2Dshould%2Dknow%2Dabout%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-81045 Tue, 08 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT When you are injured in an accident that was caused by another party you may be seeking to file a personal injury claim. In your claim, you will be claiming that the negligence of the other party was the cause for your accident. The laws that will be used to govern your case are known as the Louisiana negligence law.

Our state is 1 of 13 that follows a pure comparative negligence law system. Comparative negligence is where the severity of the negligent accidents of each party involved is assessed when determining the final verdict in the claim.

For states like Louisiana that follow the pure comparative negligence system the degree of fault you are assessed is critical to your settlement. The more at fault you were found for causing the accident, the less you will be able to collect from the final settlement value.

You may be found to be partially at fault for the accident if you: 

• did not have proper reflectors and lights on your bike;
• were wearing dark clothing; and
• ignored pedestrian traffic signals.
   

If you are found even 1% at fault, that will reduce your final settlement value by that amount. This means if your bicycle accident was settled for $100,000 you will only be able to collect $99,000 of that total. The proving of fault is a serious process that should be left to a personal injury lawyer that knows how to handle Louisiana negligence law. 

Let a Personal Injury Lawyer Help with Proving Degree of Fault

Proving the degree of fault of the other party in a Louisiana negligence law claim is a process best left to professionals. A personal injury lawyer from The Young Firm in New Orleans can be working on your claim while you focus on recovering from your injuries and putting your life back together after a serious accident.

We want to empower our clients before they make the decision to seek legal help which is why we offer a free guide to filing a Louisiana personal injury claim A Guide to Steering Through a Serious Vehicle Accident in Louisiana. When you’re ready to pursue your claim, The Young Law Firm serves clients throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, Shreveport and beyond. Contact us today at 504-680-4100 or 866-660-7220.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/comparative%2Dnegligence%2Dlaw%2Dmatters%2Din%2Dyour%2Dlouisiana%2Dinjury%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-80768 Thu, 03 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT car insurance coverage out there, it’s hard to know where to start when selecting a policy. From liability and collision to medical payments and gap insurance, the options for car insurance coverage are vast -- and sometimes overwhelming. So how do you choose the best one for you?

First, know your state’s requirements. Most states have mandated minimums for liability insurance. In Louisiana, for example, the requirement is $15,000 per person in an accident, $25,000 for property damage and $30,000 per accident for injury or death. Make sure you opt for enough car insurance coverage to meet your state-mandated minimums.

Second, there are three major types of car insurance coverage you should consider having:  

• liability, which covers injuries and damage in an at-fault accident;
• collision, which covers repairs on your vehicle in an accident; and
• comprehensive, which covers theft, vandalism and damage done by floods, fires, etc. 

Third, speak to your car loan lender. If you’re still paying off your car, your lender could have some car insurance coverage requirements to protect them in the event of an accident. Gap insurance, for example, is a common requirement of lenders and will cover the unpaid balance on a car if it is totaled in an accident.

Last, consider your driving habits and weekly routes. How many hazards do you encounter on a daily basis? How often do you use your car? This will help you determine the amount of car insurance coverage to get.

In the event that you are involved in an accident, speak with a Louisiana car accident attorney who can help you maximize the value of your claim.

Contact a Louisiana Car Accident Attorney

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, call Louisiana accident attorneys at The Young Firm at 1-866-660-7220 or view this free injury guide for more information.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/choosing%2Dcar%2Dinsurance%2Dcoverage%2Dbefore%2Da%2Dlouisiana%2Dcar%2Daccident%2Dhappens%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-80711 Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT If you’re considering seeking a personal injury claim for damages you suffered in an accident it’s a good idea to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you with the process.

Personal negligence is where another person’s actions are directly responsible for causing an accident that does you harm.

Professional negligence is where a party you trust as a professional in their industry or profession is negligent in providing the services they offer. This can be a doctor, a mechanic, or even an entire company.

There are many types of claims that can come about from professional negligence such as: 

• medical malpractice where a medical professional is negligent in providing the expected level of care to their patients;
• product liability where a manufacturer or distributor of a product fails to identify and correct defects in consumer products or allows a dangerous product to remain on the market; and
• premises liability where the owner of a property neglects to keep the grounds safe from harming guests who are legally allowed to be present in that area. 

A full understanding of Louisiana negligence law is not necessary when you bring your claim to the attention of a personal injury lawyer. Your legal team will know all of the nuances of the Louisiana laws that could potentially block you from a fair settlement and help you seek the full amount you are entitled to. 

Seeking Professional Help with Louisiana Negligence Law

Proving negligence isn’t a matter you should have to handle on your own while you’re trying to focus on recovering from your injuries after a serious accident. Let a personal injury lawyer from The Young Law Firm help your family through this difficult time.

We want to empower our clients before they make the decision to seek legal help which is why we offer a free guide to filing a Louisiana personal injury claim. A Guide to Steering Through a Serious Vehicle Accident in Louisiana. When you’re ready to pursue your claim, The Young Law Firm is located in New Orleans and serves clients throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, Shreveport and beyond. Contact us today at 504-680-4100 or 866-660-7220.
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Here, a Louisiana auto accident attorney shows you ways to protect and support your claim: 

• Seek medical help – internal and other injuries may not be apparent immediately. It is important to see a doctor even if you don't have visible injuries or pain in order to protect your car crash injury claim.
• Call the police -- having a police report filed means you will have an official copy of important information and records, including contact information of those involved and an account of what happened.
• Don’t sign anything - If you are unsure about signing a form from the insurance company or do not understand what it means, don’t sign it.
• Keep everything -- keep copies of all medical bills, insurance documents, property damage receipts, and lost wages and time missed at work.
• Get help -- find and hire an experienced car crash injury claim attorney. Trying to navigate a claim like this on your own could prove disastrous. 

By taking these steps, you can help your Louisiana auto accident attorney support your case and increase you chances of a favorable outcome. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a Louisiana Auto Accident Attorney

As the victim of a car accident in Louisiana, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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.
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A few tactics they use are as follows. 

• Adjuster switch –talking to a different representative each time the insurance company contacts you is common. Adjusters are often reassigned frequently in an attempt to confuse you or to get you to change your story.
• Making you picture the money – another compelling way adjusters try to get you to settle for less is helping you visualize what you can do with the money, i.e. “We can offer you $1,500 - enough for a nice cruise or new TV.” When you think of things you want and how the money can pay for them, you could be more likely to settle.
• Calling at hectic times – while they want time to explain the offer, an adjuster will give you as little time as possible to disagree. You might receive phone calls in the early morning while you are getting ready for work or during the holiday season when they know you will be busy or stressed out. 

Don’t let an adjuster take advantage of you if you don’t know what to do after a car accident. Consulting a Louisiana auto accident attorney is the best way to protect your chances of receiving compensation for a car crash injury claim. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a Louisiana Auto Accident Attorney

As the victim of a car accident in Louisiana we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/misleading%2Dinsurance%2Dtactics%2Dthat%2Dmight%2Ddamage%2Dyour%2Dcar%2Dcrash%2Dinjury%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-80012 Sat, 21 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT insurance claim is one way you can go about doing this. However, dealing with an insurance company and the complicated paperwork that accompanies the process can be confusing. Here are some things you should do after an injury accident to protect your insurance claim:  

• contact your insurance company to let them know you have been in an accident;
• read your policy to be prepared and understand any questions the adjuster may ask you;
• keep a record of all correspondence with the insurance company and keep copies of any forms or letters they send you;
• don't do anything you are not comfortable with or don't understand - instead refer the insurance adjuster to your attorney; and
• be cautious of who you speak to and how you behave before the claim has been settled to avoid having a situation taken out of context and used against you.  

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a New Orleans Personal Injury Attorney

As the victim of an accident injury in New Orleans, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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.
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• Do NOT agree to a recorded statement -- even if they say you won’t be able to get compensation without it.
• Do NOT say you will sign anything at the scene of the accident or that they send you in the mail without first consulting your attorney.
• Do NOT say that you will accept the insurance company's offer.
• Do NOT tell the insurance company that you don’t have a lawyer yet.  

By agreeing, signing or accepting any requests made by the insurance adjusters before speaking with your attorney about it, you may risk the chance of receiving a fair and full settlement. Your statements also may be twisted in a way that will devalue your claim. It is recommended that you do not take the call of the insurance company after your injury accident; instead, refer them to your attorney who has the experience to deal with adjusters in the proper way. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a Louisiana Personal Injury Attorney

As the victim of an accident injury, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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.
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Personal injury law is a very complex field. A qualified car collision lawyer can offer you advice when: 

• Liability is uncertain, or each party shares some degree of fault.
• The insurance company denies your claim.
• You have sustained moderate to serious injuries that will require future treatment.
• You have suffered permanent disability.
• You believe that your claim is worth much more than you were offered.
• You are unsure of how to negotiate with the insurance company.
• You have a job that makes it difficult to prove your lost wages.
• The events that led to the car collision are complicated and require an investigation. 

If any of these statements are true, a New Orleans lawyer may be necessary to handle your case and provide advice on how much your personal injury claim is worth.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact New Orleans Lawyer 

Don’t let the insurance companies take advantage of you after an accident. As the victim of a car collision accident in New Orleans, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/when%2Dto%2Dhire%2Da%2Dnew%2Dorleans%2Dlawyer%2Dfor%2Dyour%2Dcar%2Dcollision%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-78680 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT car collision claim vary from state to state. While some states use contributory negligence, which only allows the injured party to collect damages if he or she did not contribute to the accident, most states use a variation of comparative negligence. As a New Orleans personal injury lawyer explains, Louisiana is one of 13 states that use a pure comparative negligence system when determining the damages a victim may receive after a car collision.

With comparative negligence, the judge or jury must decide which percentage of fault lies with each party in a car collision claim. This percentage is used to apportion the amount of compensation that must be paid.  Under pure comparative negligence, even if the injured person was 99% responsible for the collision, he or she can still recover damages. For example, if Jane hits John, who is running through a red light, and the court decides that John is 99% at fault for the accident, his settlement may be reduced from $100,000 to $1,000.

When filing a personal injury claim, having a New Orleans lawyer on your side is strongly encouraged. A lawyer can help you establish proof that the other party was responsible for your accident and can negotiate with the insurance company when determining the value of your claim. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact New Orleans Lawyer 

Dealing with comparative negligence law requires the skill of a New Orleans lawyer. As the victim of a car collision accident in New Orleans, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/new%2Dorleans%2Dlawyer%2Dexplains%2Dnegligence%2Dissues%2Din%2Dcar%2Dcollision%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-78553 Sat, 31 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT car accident insurance claims to avoid having to pay you for the damages sustained in an auto wreck.

Adjusters may look into your personal information and talk to those close to you in an attempt to find some piece of information to be used against you and your Louisiana personal injury claim. 

How Car Accident Insurance Claims Can be Protected 

• Follow your doctor’s instructions and keep your appointments.
• Keep a file of all the documents pertaining to your auto wreck including medical records, police reports, photos of your injuries and property damage, correspondence from the insurance company etc.
• Do not speak with an insurance adjuster about your car accident or fault without prior permission from your attorney.
• Curb your use of social media and limit the information you share about the car accident and fault with others. 

By adhering to these easy guidelines you can help assure that your Louisiana personal injury claim is supported and protected. Car accident insurance claims after an auto wreck can be confusing and time-consuming. Let a professional lawyer handle the case while you work on recovering from your injuries. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer 

As the victim of a car accident in Louisiana, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/protecting%2Dyour%2Dlouisiana%2Dpersonal%2Dinjury%2Dclaim%2Dafter%2Dan%2Dauto%2Dwreck%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-77086 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT Louisiana personal injury claim may help you recover compensation for your medical bills and other expenses.  
Unfortunately, many drivers need to submit car accident insurance claims because accidents with distracted drivers are becoming increasingly more common, what with the advent of smart phones and other electronic devices such as tablets. Someone in a car accident could be at fault if they are checking social media sites and email or texting. 

Statistics About Distracted Driving 

• Using a cell phone while driving delays a driver’s reactions as much as having a blood alcohol content of .08 percent.
• Driving while using a cell phone or electronic device reduces the amount of brain activity associated with driving by 37 percent.
• You are 23 times more likely to crash if you drive while using your cell phone.
• Using a handheld device while driving takes your eyes off the road for an average of 4.6 seconds – enough time to travel the length of a football field at 55 mph. 

It is important to keep your eyes on the road and to ask others who are driving you or your children to do so as well. If an auto wreck occurs because of distracted driving you may want to consider a Louisiana personal injury claim. For help, contact a lawyer with experience in car accident insurance claims as soon as possible as you may only have limited time to file a claim. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer 

As the victim of a car accident in Louisiana, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.
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When it comes to pursuing legal action against another party, you will need adequate evidence. Preserving all evidence is vital.

If you were seriously injured, you may not be able to take pictures of the accident scene or the damaged vehicles. Have someone else do that, or at least return to the scene of the accident as soon as you can. Assessing the scene of the accident can unveil clues as to how it happened and who was at fault. 

You also can preserve evidence through documentation. A pain journal, medical records, lab results, and anything else that relates to your injuries will be extremely important. 

Keep all receipts and insurance statements. You should also keep a list of the income you miss if you are not able to return to work. The more evidence you have preserved, the more protected your case will be. 

The decision to pursue personal injury action in Louisiana is an important one. To better understand what you should know about the process and the law, contact a New Orleans auto accident lawyer as soon as possible.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyers

As the victim of an auto accident, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Accident 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.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/preserving%2Devidence%2Din%2Dyour%2Dlouisiana%2Dpersonal%2Dinjury%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-76855 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT injury claim. Compensation for your injuries may be available. Consulting with a New Orleans lawyer can help you better understand what your rights are.

Truck driving accidents can result in disabling, life-threatening or fatal injuries, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. Adding to this, part of the claims process will be dealing with an insurance adjuster. 

It’s important to understand that the trucking company's insurance adjuster will do everything they can to diminish your claim. They’ll collect all sorts of evidence, in hopes of disproving fault of the driver or establishing that you were the cause of the accident.

In addition, you can expect the insurance adjuster to try and convince you that you don’t need legal representation. Truck driving accidents almost always require help from an attorney because they usually result in serious injuries and third parties. This can leave you facing mounting medical bills and missed time from work that may be addressed through a claim.

Don’t make the mistake of trying to deal with the insurance company on your own. The injury claim process can be complex when you consider the legalese and other red tape. Furthermore, you only have a certain timeframe in which you can recover damages, which can be exhausting to reach if you’ve got other things to do, such as take care of your family and recovering from your injuries.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a New Orleans Lawyer

As the victim of an auto accident, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Accident 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. 
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Here are some types of evidence that may be helpful in an injury claim involving truck driving accidents: 

• medical records/bills;
• documentation of missed income/earning potential;
• accident/police reports;
• witness statements;
• photographs (vehicles, accident scene, injuries, etc.);
• policies/procedures of trucking company;
• previous violations of the truck driver or company;
• automatic on-board recording devices;
• maintenance records of truck; and
• driver’s logbook.  

Any piece of documentation that is related to your accident or injuries may prove helpful when you pursue your injury claim.

Understand that the process of pursuing an injury claim stemming from a car or truck accident can be complex and leave you exhausted and more frustrated. That is why you should receive help from legal counsel so you can have a healthy recovery from your injuries.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact a New Orleans Lawyer

As the victim of an auto accident, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Accident 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.
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Determining fault sometimes can be complicated after a car accident. This is especially true with the state of Louisiana following the pure comparative negligence system. Each party is assigned a percentage of responsibility. 

The percentage you are assigned will affect the amount of damages you can recover. So if you are found to be 60% at fault, then you will only be entitled to 40% of the damages.

The more at fault you can show the other driver to be, the better for you, so you will need to prove that the other party acted in a negligent manner. Negligence can include a number of actions such as: 

• running a red light;
• tailgating;
• making an unsafe lane change;
• failing to yield; and
• other violations of the law. 

When you are pursuing personal injury action in Louisiana, there are some important things you should know. Consulting with Louisiana personal injury lawyers can help you better understand the law and your rights. 

Get Legal Help Now – Contact Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyers

As the victim of an auto accident, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Accident 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.
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An experienced attorney will be able to investigate the accident and determine whether commercial vehicle safety rules were violated and how many parties can be held liable. It's best that you speak with an attorney before you accept any settlement offers.

The Trouble with Early Settlement Offers

If an insurance company offers you an early settlement, be careful. Truck accident statistics indicate that injuries from a car-truck accident tend to be severe. 

An early settlement offer may not compensate you for any future medical treatment that may be required. Just because you may feel fine now does not mean you will feel okay in the future. Some serious injuries may not be noticeable until weeks or months after the accident.

If you settle too soon, you may miss out on much needed compensation if your condition requires future surgery, for example. By all means, do not sign any insurance papers without having your attorney review them first.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact an Accident Lawyer in Louisiana 

Truck accidents can be especially traumatic when commercial vehicle safety rules are violated, according to truck accident statistics. As the victim of a car-truck accident in Louisiana, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.
]]> http://www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com/blog/waiting%2Don%2Da%2Dfair%2Dlouisiana%2Dcar%2Dtruck%2Daccident%2Dsettlement%2Ecfm www.louisianaautoaccidentsattorneys.com-74867 Mon, 27 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT truck accidents each year. When a driver fails to check the no-zone area before maneuvering the truck, it’s considered a form of driver negligence and can result in catastrophic truck driving accidents.

There are 3 types of blind spots surrounding a truck that surrounding drivers need to be aware of: 

• front – large semi-truck drivers are positioned high above the ground. Because of the angle, they’re unable to see cars directly in front of them;
• side – nearly the entire body of the truck on either side is a no-zone area so a good rule of thumb to remember, when traveling on the road with trucks, is that if you can’t see the driver’s face in the side-view mirrors, the driver won’t be able to see you either; and
• rear – large truck operators can’t see anything immediately behind them and rearview mirrors are ineffective. Cars should maintain a good distance behind trucks, and adhere to the above rule in order to prevent serious truck driving accidents. 

If driver negligence played a role in your collision, you should discuss your legal options with an accident lawyer. A Louisiana truck accident injury claim can provide you with the means to hold responsible parties liable for their careless behavior and may result in a substantial settlement.

Get Legal Help Now – Contact Truck Accident Lawyer in Louisiana 

As the victim of a truck accident in Louisiana, we know that you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. 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 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.
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