
The Truitt Law Firm LLC Blog
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Articles on Personal Injury Law. Some of the sub-topics include Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability, Workplace Injuries, and more. The Truitt Law Firm is a full-service litigation firm handling a wide variety of cases in the field of personal injuries.
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3w ago
One of the biggest sporting events of the year is gearing up and many football fans will drive across the country to witness Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. The game will draw a lot of visitors to the city. While some of them will be locals, many of them are travelers entering New Orleans for the very first time ..read more
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1M ago
Motor vehicle insurance is one of several legal requirements imposed on Louisiana drivers. State law requires that every driver carry a minimum amount of liability coverage. They also have the option of investing in additional liability coverage and several forms of supplemental insurance that protect them in more circumstances. Drivers may wonder whether they have enough insurance, especially if they ..read more
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4M ago
Roadside accidents are a dangerous yet overlooked hazard on highways nationwide. Each year, thousands of individuals suffer injuries or lose their lives on the side of the road. Unfortunately, stopping for a tire change or solving a mechanical issue can end in a tragic accident. In response to this critical issue, U.S. Rep. Troy A. Carter Sr. (D-LA) and Rep ..read more
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7M ago
Car crashes occur with daily regularity near Covington and throughout the greater New Orleans area in Louisiana. However, the average driver might go years or even decades without a crash. Proactive safety practices can help people mitigate their risk of a life-altering collision. One of the factors that directly influences the likelihood of a serious collision is where someone drives. There are certain roads that tend to see far more serious collisions than other area thoroughfares. Certain roads are more dangerous than others There are a handful of local intersections that have become ..read more
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9M ago
Some roads are more dangerous than others because they host so much traffic. Other roads are dangerous due to design issues. The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, unfortunately, is both a heavily-traveled bridge and an old enough piece of infrastructure to have outdated design elements. For example, the concrete guardrails preventing vehicles from going off the bridge in the event of a crash were previously only 25 inches tall. Those barriers were ineffective given the size of modern vehicles. Adjustments to the bridge's infrastructure added an additional steel railing that makes the total rail 46 ..read more
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1y ago
Mardi Gras in Louisiana blends culture, music and vibrant celebrations. Parades and parade floats are a central focus of the weeks-long party season. These marvels of creativity and tradition wind their way through the streets to captivate crowds with their elaborate designs and lively atmosphere. While these floats add a unique charm to the celebrations, they pose specific safety concerns. It's essential for those attending the parades to be aware of how to enjoy these festivities safely. Understanding the risks and adopting safe practices near floats can prevent accidents and injuries. Safet ..read more
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1y ago
Someone who is going about their daily business can end up abruptly harmed by an outside party. Both businesses and individuals can cause major harm to others. People choose to drive while drunk or to commit acts of violence against other people. Businesses release unsafe products, hire unstable employees or maintain dangerous facilities where people end up hurt. The law in Louisiana allows those harmed by the illegal behavior or negligence of others to seek compensation through the civil courts. A successful personal injury lawsuit can help compensate an individual for expenses related to inj ..read more
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1y ago
Drivers in Covington, Louisiana may use the interstate highway system fairly frequently. Even if they’re not traveling very far, interstates are often the fastest and most efficient way to commute to work in the morning and back home again at night. I-12 runs east and west through Covington, and U.S. Route 190 runs north and south. But there are some significant risks to using the interstate, which has a much higher speed limit than many surface streets. Oftentimes, these high speeds create the potential for very serious car accidents. Why is speed so important? Speed significantly impacts the ..read more
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1y ago
When people think about injuries at retail establishments, they might think about what happens to workers. After all, employees could end up hurt due to repetitive stress from ringing people up or stocking shelves for hours. They may have to handle dangerous equipment in storage areas that could cause injuries. They could also get injured in attempted robberies and other situations involving criminal activity. There are countless possible risks for retail employees, and many of those same risks may affect retail shoppers. Patrons of a business could easily end up injured during an attempted r ..read more
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1y ago
Cycling is a hobby people of all ages can enjoy. It offers health benefits as a form of cardiovascular exercise. It can help people strengthen their bodies and can also provide very affordable local transportation. Unfortunately, cycling can be quite dangerous because those on bikes have to share the road with those in large motor vehicles. Drivers can make mistakes that put those on bicycles in perilous positions. Sometimes, they cause major collisions. Even if a cyclist consistently prioritizes their safety on the road, they may eventually encounter a driver who doesn't abide by the rules of ..read more