Motorists should take care in understanding and choosing their automobile insurance provider. After a Louisiana car accident, an insurance claim is the first step in recouping damages. It is vital that motorists are fully aware of their policies and their limitations. Drivers should shop around for an appropriate policy, get quotes, be mindful of insurance scrams, and only purchase insurance from authorized companies. The Louisiana Department of Insurance provides consumers with tools to determine whether an insurance company is legitimate. Choosing an appropriate insurance company is critical ..read more

After a Louisiana car accident, injury victims often face significant property damage and personal injury. Notwithstanding maintaining insurance, claimants can be hesitant to file a claim with their insurance providers. Much of this reluctance comes from the unfounded fear that their insurance premiums will increase if they file a claim. However, Section 22:1284(A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes prohibits insurance companies from increasing premiums, charging additional fees, canceling a policy, or refusing to renew a policy because of an accident the claimant did not cause. However, despit ..read more

For most Louisiana car accident victims, the thought of bringing a personal injury case after the accident is overwhelming. Accident victims are already dealing with a host of issues, including hospitalization, missed work, follow-up medical appointments, not to mention the physical and emotional stress caused by the accident. However, pursuing a claim against the at-fault driver is perhaps the only way for accident victims to recover financial compensation for their injuries; otherwise, they will be the ones on the hook for these expenses, which can be significant. By hiring a dedicated Louis ..read more

If you were recently involved in a Louisiana car accident, you probably have a lot of questions. This is normal; the recovery process is unfamiliar to most accident victims, and the thought of taking on a large insurance company can seem overwhelming. At Manard Law, we are here to help. Below is a brief list of things to keep in mind after a car accident. Of course, the list is not comprehensive, and we encourage anyone with additional questions to reach out to us to schedule a free consultation. Report the Accident This may seem obvious, but the first thing to do after an accident is to call ..read more

This past summer, the Louisiana legislature passed the Civil Justice Reform Act of 2020 (HB 57, the “Act”). Governor John Bel Edwards passed this “tort reform” law to address perceived litigation abuse by plaintiffs. Lobbyists favoring business interests and insurance assert that Louisiana car accidents are on par with national statistics, yet the state experiences an excessive number of injury lawsuits. On the other side, attorneys, judges, and medical providers contend that the changes will present significant barriers to injury victims. Injury victims must understand their rights and remedi ..read more

Drivers must confront all types of dangers every time they get behind the wheel. Among the most dangerous hazards are large commercial trucks, such as semi-truck, big rigs, and 18-wheelers. These enormous vehicles pose a variety of risks that motorists must be aware of, and guard against. While truck drivers have an obligation to avoid a Louisiana truck accident, motorists should not assume that all truck drivers are safe and responsible drivers. Large trucks make up only a small portion of the total number of vehicles on the road. However, these vehicles are disproportionately involved in fat ..read more