4 Steps to Take After a Car Crash in New Orleans When a car accident occurs, it can be scary and emotional. The victims can feel disoriented or in pain due to injury. During a car accident, the individuals involved are not thinking clearly. At the Cueria Law Firm, it is our job to protect the rights of car accident victims. It can be difficult to recover from the initial shock you feel after being involved in a car crash. Our goal is to provide the best possible information for drivers so that when an accident occurs, they know just what to do. The following steps should be taken after a car c ..read more

Driving alongside 18-wheelers on a daily basis is commonplace for most motorists. If you’re like most people, you probably don’t put much thought into sharing the roadways with these large trucks. Usually, the only time you will notice these trucks is when you are involved in a collision with them. If this 18-wheeler accident is caused by neglect on the other driver’s behalf, you need to call a personal injury attorney in Louisiana for help. An 18-wheeler accident attorney can use a number of elements to help build your case. If the evidence is iron-clad, the negligent party will usually want ..read more

Each year, about 450,000 Americans need medical treatment for burn injuries, according to the American Burn Association. In the United States, the leading cause of home casualties is due to fires, with home burn injuries accounting for about 85 percent. Almost all of these injuries and deaths are preventable. Often, factors such as being under the influence of alcohol or a lack of smoke detectors can lead to deaths and burn injuries. It is very important to practice safe fire and burn prevention measures. There are various causes for fires that lead to burns; however, at the root of most of th ..read more

Don’t Deal With the Insurance Company Alone When it comes to insurance claims, insurance adjusters are told to give you as little money as possible while making you feel that you are justly compensated for the injury. It is best not to discuss your injuries with the insurance company without legal representation to protect yourself and your case. If you’ve hired a personal injury attorney to handle your case, you can direct the insurance company to speak with your personal injury attorney. The Cueria Law Firm team will not only handle the insurance claim, but will also obtain your medical ..read more

If you or someone you love is injured in an accident on the job, it can be devastating. After an accident in the workplace, you may find that your employer is already trying to stop you from filing a lawsuit or trying to work towards weakening any potential case you may have. If you have worked for the company for a long time, you may feel hurt and scared as to what will happen next. At Cueria Law Firm, we are here for you. No matter the type of accident or company involved, we can help. Below are a few tips to get you started on the right track after a serious work accident takes place. Seek ..read more

If you or a loved one has suffered a severe burn injury that was the fault of another person or business, you may have a personal injury claim on your hands. Contact the dedicated and experienced burn injury attorneys at Cueria Law Firm in Louisiana today. Our professional attorneys will review your case and help you determine the best course of action for you and your family. We’ve successfully represented countless burn injury clients and worked diligently to get them the financial compensation they need and deserve.  Burns are considered some of the most painful types of injuries that ..read more

Involved in a rideshare accident in the New Orleans, LA area? Ridesharing applications have revolutionized the ways in which we get around today in Louisiana. Ridesharing refers to a vehicle service in which drivers are paired with customers in need of a ride, and the drivers chauffeur their customers in their private vehicles. Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have spiked in popularity in the last few years and have rapidly taken over the transportation industry with the ridesharing industry being estimated at nearly $61 billion. For instance, Uber alone has over 3.8 million drivers whi ..read more

If you’ve just been involved in a car accident in New Orleans, you may be feeling many emotions, and thousands of thoughts may be running through your head—What just happened? Am I injured? Is the passenger in my vehicle injured? Do I need to go to the hospital? What will happen to me after this accident? Will it impact my life? Try to remain calm and take the following steps after being the victim of a car accident in New Orleans. Step One: Always call the police, and do not leave the scene of the accident. Suppose you are involved in an accident in New Orleans, and you are hurt. You should c ..read more

Your Options After a Car Accident in New Orleans The period immediately after a car crash in Louisiana can be a hectic and confusing time. It’s common for accident victims to forget that they are still in control of what happens next–not the insurance companies or the other drivers involved. Depending on the severity of the accident, you may want to seek compensation for the injuries sustained to yourself or your property. The car accident attorneys at Cueria Law Firm in Louisiana are here to help you get through the accident and back to your life. Contact our office today for a consultation w ..read more

You do all the things a responsible homeowner should. You board up your windows during hurricane season. You trim your trees and grass and comply with city ordinances. You have homeowners insurance that offers compensation if your property suffers damage. Yet, after dealing with pushback from your insurance company, you may wonder what you could have done differently.  Cueria Law Firm, LLC has no patience for uncooperative insurance companies that attempt to mislead or defraud policyholders. For the past 35 years, we’ve dealt with countless insurers––and often, we’re able to hold them acc ..read more