Your insurer is stalling. The offer they sent is a fraction of what your claim is worth. Calls go unreturned. None of that is normal, and in Louisiana, it may not be legal. State law gives policyholders the right to sue their own insurance company when it handles a claim in bad faith, and the …
Wrongful Death: Can a Family Sue After a Fatal Car Accident in Louisiana?
Yes, a family can sue. Louisiana law gives surviving family members the right to pursue a wrongful death claim when someone is killed due to another driver’s negligence. But who can file, what they can recover, and how long they have to act are questions with specific legal answers that most families don’t know until …
Louisiana Dog Bite Lawyer: What Happens If You’re Bitten by Someone’s Dog?
Louisiana law gives dog bite victims strong legal protections, but most people don’t know what those protections actually are until it’s too late to use them properly. If you or your child was just attacked, the steps you take in the next 24 to 48 hours will directly shape what your case is worth. Cueria …
How Much Is My Car Accident Case Worth in Louisiana?
One of the first questions people ask after a crash is: “How much is my case worth?” And honestly? That makes sense. Medical bills start showing up fast. You may miss work. Your car might be totaled. Meanwhile, the insurance company is already calling. n The difficult part is this: There’s no fixed number for …
What If Your Uber Ride Ends…And Then the Accident Happens?
It sounds oddly specific, but it happens more than you’d think. You get dropped off. The ride ends in the app. You grab your bag, step out… And then—an accident happens. Maybe: The Uber driver pulls off too quickly Another car hits you as you’re exiting You’re struck as a pedestrian right after getting out …
Injured in a Parking Lot? Here’s Why Those Cases Are Trickier Than You Think
Parking lot accidents feel…minor. Lower speeds. Short distances. No highways involved. So when someone gets hurt in a parking lot, the first reaction is usually: “Is this even a real case?” But here’s the truth: Parking lot accidents can be more complicated than people expect. And sometimes, they’re actually harder to sort out than regular crashes. …
What If You Were a Pedestrian Hit by an Uber or Lyft?
Getting hit by a car is scary enough. But when that car is an Uber or Lyft? Things can get confusing fast. Who’s responsible? Which insurance applies? And what are you actually supposed to do next? Let’s walk through it in plain English. First—Are You Covered If You’re a Pedestrian? Yes. If you were hit by …
What Happens If You’re Hit by Someone Driving Their Friend’s Car in Louisiana?
You’re driving along—maybe on I-12, Highway 190, or through town—and suddenly you’re in an accident. Then you find out something unexpected: The person who hit you doesn’t even own the car. So now what? Who’s responsible? Which insurance applies? And how does this affect your claim? Let’s break it down. First Thing to Know: Insurance …
How Much Is an Uber Accident Case Worth in Louisiana?
If you were hurt in an Uber accident, one of the first questions that probably crossed your mind is: “What is my case actually worth?” It’s a fair questions, but the honest answer is…it depends. That said, there are some clear factors that go into how Uber accident cases are valued in Louisiana. Let’s break it …
What Happens If a Law Firm Can’t Take Your Case?
It can feel frustrating, maybe even a little confusing. You reach out to a law firm, explain what happened, and then hear: “We’re sorry, but we can’t take your case.” A lot of people take that as a dead end. But here’s the truth: it usually isn’t. First—Why Would a Law Firm Say No? Not every …