Shreveport Car Accident Lawyers

Auto Accident Attorneys Serving Injury Victims Throughout Louisiana

Although driving a motor vehicle can be incredibly dangerous, many people fail to take this responsibility seriously. Every year, careless and reckless drivers in Louisiana cause thousands of accidents, many of which result in catastrophic injuries and deaths.

When this happens, victims and their loved ones have the right to take legal action against at-fault drivers and seek fair financial compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.

If you or someone you love was involved in a serious car accident, we encourage you to contact The Hall Law Firm right away. Our experienced Shreveport auto accident attorneys can guide you through the process of filing an injury claim and working to recover the full compensation you are owed.

It is important that you act quickly, as you only have one year from the date of the accident to file a car accident lawsuit in Louisiana. If you wait too long, you could lose your right to sue the liable party for damages.

Under Louisiana’s traditional fault-based car insurance system, the person or party who caused the accident is typically the one liable for the injured victim’s damages. In other words, if the other driver was at fault, their insurance company is likely responsible for your medical expenses, vehicle repairs, pain, suffering, and other economic and non-economic damages.

Determining who is liable for an auto accident typically comes down to identifying how the crash occurred. Some of the most common causes of car accidents include:

• Speeding
• Distracted driving, including texting
• Drunk driving/driving while intoxicated
• Fatigued driving
• Reckless or aggressive driving
• Tailgating
• Failing to yield the right of way
• Dangerous turns
• Unlawful passing
• Running red lights and stop signs
• Unsafe lane changes/merging
• Inexperience

Sometimes, outside factors can contribute to an accident. These include dangerous or defective road conditions, improper roadway maintenance, and inclement weather.

At The Hall Law Firm, we work with accident reconstructionists and other experts to help determine exactly how a collision occurred. Even if you were partly to blame, you can still seek compensation for your damages. However, the amount you can recover will be reduced by your percentage of fault, so it is important that you work with an experienced attorney, like ours, who can stand up to the insurance company and ensure your rights are protected.

After a serious accident, injured drivers and passengers may be entitled to compensation for economic and non-economic losses, or “damages.”

These damages include:

• Past and future physical pain and suffering
• Past and future mental anguish
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Past medical expenses
• Future medical expenses
• Past loss of wages
• Future loss of earning capacity
• Disfigurement

Additionally, it may be possible to recover punitive, or “exemplary,” damages, which are intended to punish the defendant for egregious negligence, willful or wanton misconduct, or intent to cause harm. In motor vehicle accident claims, punitive damages are typically available in cases involving drunk drivers.

While there is no law requiring you to hire an attorney, it is a good idea to consult a legal professional if you have been injured or if your loved one died due to a serious car accident. Filing a claim can be complicated and may present numerous challenges, especially when you are already dealing with the aftermath of the crash.

To make matters worse, insurance companies frequently dispute or deny valid claims. We strongly encourage you to avoid speaking to the insurance adjuster, and you should never sign anything or make any official statement without first talking to a lawyer.

When you turn to The Hall Law Firm for help with your car accident claim, you can count on our attorneys to provide the personalized legal counsel and guidance you need. We have spent almost five decades advocating for the rights of injured individuals and the families of those wrongfully killed in Caddo Parish and the surrounding areas.

Our team is known for its meticulous and collaborative approach to case preparation, as well as our extensive litigation experience and willingness to go to trial for our clients. Insurance companies know that we will not back down from a fight, which has helped us secure swift and favorable settlements for our clients on many occasions. If necessary, however, we are fully prepared to represent you in court.

As your legal team, we will handle every detail of your case. You can focus on your physical recovery while we work on gathering evidence, submitting documents, and communicating with the insurance company on your behalf. To learn more, get in touch with our team today and set up an appointment for a free, in-person consultation.