What are the most common causes of 18-wheeler wrecks?
It probably comes as no surprise to Baton Rouge residents that when an 18-wheeler crashes, the people in the other vehicles too often die or suffer catastrophic and life-altering injuries. Sadly, judging by a study still posted on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
The statistics on motor vehicle crashes in America are shocking
Many of our readers have probably seen the aftermath of an accident on the side of the road, sometimes with emergency crews working hard to render medical treatment and help those involved in the crash. Still, some may be shocked by what the statistics show about...
Signs that your spinal cord injury might be severe or long-term
Even though modern healthcare has advanced greatly in the treatment of severe injuries, spinal cord injuries can still be notoriously difficult to treat. Treatment of these types of injuries is oftentimes just as difficult as brain injuries – sometimes even more...
How can parents protect their rights after a crash?
If you are a parent of a small child who has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Louisiana, you may be facing many challenges and uncertainties. You may be worried about your child’s health, recovery and future. You may also be dealing with medical bills, lost...
Car accidents can cause serious burn injuries
If a driver or passenger is in a car accident, they can suffer many different injuries. One of the most serious injuries is a burn. Burn injuries can cause physical pain as well as emotional trauma. Types of burns The most common burn injuries from a car accident are...
Reasons to promptly seek medical attention after a car accident
Every year, countless individuals get into car accidents, and while some injuries are immediately apparent, others may not show symptoms until later. A car accident can be a jarring experience, leaving you shocked, scared and confused. Regardless of how you feel...
Dangers on I-10 lead to safety initiatives to reduce collisions
While all roads in Louisiana can be dangerous, there are some that have more accidents than others. The Department of Transportation and Development is aware of the statistics and is consistently striving to make the state roads safer. One road that is known to have a...
Two-vehicle accident in Baton Rouge results in fatality
Car accidents on Baton Rouge’s busy roads often have tragic consequences. This was illustrated in a recent accident on Perkins Road that left one individual dead. The accident occurred in front of Massey’s Pest Control and involved two vehicles. After responding to...
Who are most likely to be distracted drivers?
Anybody can be a distracted driver and cause a terrible car accident. But depending on things like your job and how many kids you have could affect how often you drive while distracted, according to a recent study released by the Insurance Institute for Highway...
Recovering from a truck accident injury
Accidents involving semi-trucks in Louisiana tend to result in extremely serious injuries, due to the size and weight of trucks. There are many things that cause truck accidents, including distracted or impaired driving, fatigue, speeding or stress. Common truck...