Driving a car is a serious responsibility that you should never take lightly. If you are going to spend any time behind the wheel, it's imperative that you understand the trouble that could come about. No one wants to be part of a car accident, but sometimes you are...
Car Accidents
Is distracted driving illegal in Louisiana?
Louisiana drivers likely understand by now just how dangerous distracted driving can be. It has been reported by some news outlets as "the new drunk driving", causing high numbers of dangerous and even lethal crashes every single day. But are these dangerous...
Pedestrian deaths spike in Louisiana
With pedestrians deaths on the rise across the country, Louisiana has become one of the most dangerous states. According to reports from the Times-Picayune, Louisiana ranked third on the list of states where pedestrian safety is at the most risk. Only Florida and...
Head-on wreck kills man over Memorial Day weekend
For most Louisiana residents, the Memorial Day weekend signals the unofficial start to summer and is marked by many a celebration with friends and family. Special recognition is given at this time also to those who have served in our country's armed forces. For others...
Understanding whiplash
If you have been involved in an automobile accident in Louisiana, you should know about some of the symptoms to watch out for that may signal the development of an injury. As explained by WebMD, whiplash is one such injury that is commonly associated with car wrecks...
A rear-end collision can cause many injuries
As a motorist, you know that you can be involved in many types of accidents. For example, another driver could run a stop sign and hit your vehicle on the side. Or maybe another driver navigates the wrong way on a one-way road, thus leading to a head-on collision....
Louisiana worst in nation for texting while driving
Texting while driving has become a large problem on roads and highways across the country, and according to a report by EverQuote, Inc.’s safe driving app, EverDrive, Louisiana is the worst in the nation when it comes to distracted driving. There was a 43 percent rate...
Common injuries resulting from head-on crashes
The possibility of getting into an accident exists no matter how careful Louisiana drivers are, unfortunately. Drivers who get into head-on collisions with other vehicles can face several unique and specific types of injury. Onto Orthopedics states that there are five...
Distracted drivers force insurance increases
Louisiana residents who work hard and take care to be safe when on the road, including carrying good auto insurance, deserve to know that their efforts are recognized and that they will be protected if an accident occurs. While that may happen, it appears that the...
Severe brain damage and its potential signs
Louisiana residents who have gotten into a crash need to keep an eye out for any potential brain trauma or injury. Latent signs can appear after the initial impact, and depending on what those signs are, they can help a victim determine whether or not their injury...