In a car accident claim, lost wages are often an important part of the settlement. Wages can be calculated in several different ways, depending on your employment type. Employees Paid by the Hour Take your hourly wage and multiply it by the number of hours missed due...

Although your first priority should always be attending to your medical needs, it's in your best interest to contact an attorney as soon as possible after suffering injuries in an auto accident caused by another driver's negligence. In most cases, the statute of...

Pelvic fractures most often occur as the result of high-speed auto accidents and require a lengthy recovery time. Ease the financial burden associated with this injury by filing a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.  What You Need to Know About Pelvic...

The burden of proof in a car accident claim lies with the person seeking damages, which is why it’s crucial to gather as much evidence as possible for your motor vehicle injury case. Louisiana has a one-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims from a car...

If you are injured in a car accident caused by another driver’s negligence, the at-fault party’s insurance company will not offer to pay your out-of-pocket expenses. However, these damages can be included in a personal injury settlement.   Documenting...

After a car accident, don’t assume you’re out of the woods if you feel fine and have no visible injuries. Internal bleeding can create serious complications, but the signs are subtle and easy to miss.  About Internal Bleeding Internal bleeding from a car accident...

A broken arm or leg is a common injury after a car accident. However, there is a real risk of broken facial bones in any type of car crash where a victim is suddenly pushed forward or sideways.  How Broken Facial Bones Occur There are 14 different bones in the face....

Many people think distracted driving involves drivers who are paying more attention to their smartphones than the road in front of them. However, distractions caused by passengers are often overlooked as a cause of distracted driving accidents.  How Passengers Can...

Distracted driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving, but drivers often overestimate their ability to multitask while driving. We all know that using a cell phone behind the wheel is dangerous, but even something as simple as listening to music can cause a...