On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | May 15, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
When you hit the road in Louisiana during the summer months, your odds of encountering teen drivers increase considerably, as many drivers in this age group are out of school for the summer and therefore more likely to be on the state’s roadways. At the law firm...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Apr 15, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
All sorts of behaviors can make a deadly car crash more likely, whether a person gets in their car after drinking excessively or decides to ignore the speed limit because they need to get to work on time. However, some drivers are overconfident, and this can...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Apr 15, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
As many drivers in Louisiana are aware, distracted driving is increasingly becoming a problem across the country. Electronic devices are a major distraction for drivers, but they are by far not the only one. This month, drivers everywhere can benefit with a recap on...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Mar 25, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
If you have ever felt frustrated or lost your temper while trying to navigate through traffic, you are certainly not alone. Approximately 80 percent of American drivers confess that they have engaged in aggressive driving behaviors within the last year, according to...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Mar 1, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
At Lee M. Schwalben. M.D.. J.D.. LLC. in Louisiana, we represent numerous clients who have received catastrophic injuries as the result of a motor vehicle crash. In many of these crashes, the other driver was engaged in distracted driving at the time. Usually this...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Feb 16, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
From bad weather to inexperience, distractions and fatigue, motor vehicle crashes have many causes. Some risk factors are overlooked because they are less common, however. For example, there are different ways in which animals (both wild and domesticated) can play a...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Jan 24, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
When Louisiana parents put their child in the car, their top priority is their child’s safety. If a young child is not in the proper safety seat, though, it is more likely that he or she will incur an injury in a car accident. It is important for parents to make...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Nov 26, 2018 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Authorities in Louisiana took the opportunity to remind motorists not to drive while impaired, fatigued or distracted, and not to exceed the posted speed limit, after a three-vehicle accident on Monday morning that resulted in a fatality as well as minor...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Aug 29, 2018 | Car Accidents, Firm News
When Louisiana residents get in the car to run errands, they may sometimes bring their pets with them. While many people enjoy their pet’s company, they may not consider what might happen to their pet if another vehicle hits their car. It is important for people...
On behalf of Lee M. Schwalben, M.D.,J.D.,LLC | Aug 12, 2018 | Car Accidents, Firm News
As a Louisiana driver, you know that safety is of the utmost importance. Ensuring proper driving practices is crucial in this case, as they will help you avoid accidents and prevent serious injury from occurring. Esurance.com offers the following tips on defensive...
