People typically associate automobile accidents with car wrecks. But, did you know this type of law also includes bikers and pedestrians? Truck accidents and motorcycles, too! Morris Bart attorneys are here to demystify the inner-workings of automobile accident cases for you.
A safe driver strives to always keep their full attention on the primary task: driving. Nothing else is more important when you’re behind the wheel, and safe drivers are aware of that. They always act carefully because they understand what could happen if they drop their guard and let their attention wander. Safe drivers are …
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has taken steps to implement a plan in which frequent, statewide sobriety checks are conducted, the use of plea bargaining and diversion programs are prohibited, and tougher penalties against repeat offenders are provided. However, if you are in an accident with a drunk driver who is at fault, the possibility …
Everyone knows that texting and driving is extremely dangerous. In fact, according to a Virginia Tech Transportation Institute study, a texting driver’s risk of a car accident injury increases 23 times when compared to a driver without any distractions. As a result, texting and driving is illegal in 39 states, including Louisiana. In an attempt …
Car accident injuries happen in several ways. The one element they all have in common is the negligence of at least one driver involved. Even though vehicular collisions are popularly called “accidents,” the truth is that they don’t occur unless someone makes a poor decision. Distracted driving, inattentive driving, or drunk driving are common causes …
Car wrecks, unfortunately, are not uncommon. Yet we still always think that it won’t happen to us. No matter how safe a driver you are, it only takes one reckless driver to cause you and your family harm. Many people find themselves mentally shaken after a wreck. It’s important to know what to do in …
When you’re injured in an auto accident, the first question that comes up is who to hold responsible for your personal injuries. That question may be easy to answer if you are the victim of an individual driving their personal vehicle. However, it can be more confusing if you are in a car accident with …
Ask any parent what is the most important thing in the world to them and, chances are, the answer will be “my child.” One of the best ways to protect your child is to use a child car seat and use it properly. Car accident injuries are the number one cause of death in children …
After airplane accidents, officials often evaluate the plane’s “black box” or Event Data Recorder (EDR) to determine what caused the accident. Although many people do not realize it, modern cars have event data recorders as well. EDRs can record information such as vehicle speed, engine speed, steering angle, throttle position, braking status, force of impact, …
Distracted driving involving handheld devices is becoming an increasing hazard on the road. Legislators across the country are rushing to address the growing public hazard. The National Transportation Safety Board notes that it has already become common protocol when investigating a car accident injury to request the cell phone records of all drivers involved. These …
As the Plaintiff in a car accident lawsuit, we hold the responsibility of proving the facts of the case. Personal injury attorneys gather and use evidence to do that. We need to know the Who, What, Where and When about the car accident. One of the best and easiest ways to get those questions answered …
Car accident injuries are already stressful. Discovering the driver who damaged your car and injured you did not have car insurance can make a bad situation worse. If you are involved in a car accident injury with an uninsured motorist, you may still be able to recover for your injuries and damage to your vehicle. …
Victims involved in car accidents often assume, for various reasons, that they cannot pursue a bodily injury claim against a car insurance company for a personal injury. For example, several of my clients have reported to me their concerns of not being able to file a car accident injury claim because their injuries were simply …
When we think about car accident injuries, we think about the passengers and the driver, family members and friends. However, injuries to fetuses resulting from car accidents also occur to thousands of families each year. The trauma, emotional distress and mental anguish resulting from the loss of an unborn child can be devastating to an …
You may have heard recently that a number of companies, including Google, are road-testing self-driving cars. These futuristic automobiles will make it possible for a driver to safely text, talk on the cell phone, or even sleep while being transported to their final destination. Self-driving carsmay be the future of automobile technology. In fact, many …
By now, we have all heard the phrase, “Seat belts saves lives.” The saying may be cliché, but the phrase is more relevant now than when it was first uttered. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), in 2010, more than 22,000 people died in car accident injuries. Of that statistic, approximately 45% of …
It is never a good idea to get behind the wheel if you’ve consumed any alcohol, but during festival season it can be an exceptionally bad idea. Law enforcement in Louisiana has been cracking down on drunk driving in recent years, and the courts in general have little tolerance for alcohol behind the wheel. During …
Car accident injuries at intersections are a major problem in the United States. In 2009, 676 people were killed and an estimated 113,000 were injured in red light crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Of that number, 123 car accident fatalities occurred in Louisiana. The number of fatal auto accident injuries at …
Road rage and aggressive driving seem to be becoming more common these days and, unfortunately, most of us have experienced it in one way or another. Experts don’t know for certain the causes, but many attribute it to the economy, unemployment and political dividedness. Aggressive driving includes acts such as driving fast, tailgating, slamming on …
Being involved in an auto accident injury is dangerous, both physically and financially. If someone else causes the accident, that person and their insurance company should be responsible for the damages to your vehicle and your health. But, what happens when you don’t know who caused the accident or when the person who caused the …
Spring Break and Drunk Driving Accidents The months of March and April bring thousands of college kids to New Orleans and the Gulf Coast each year to celebrate Spring Break. While we love having the kids visit, whether New Orleans is their destination or they’re just passing through Louisiana and Mississippi on the way to …
Chances are that your teenager can’t wait to get a driver’s license. Among teenagers, a driver’s license is a status symbol and a ticket to freedom! It’s quite the milestone for parents, as well. Parents are proud of their child’s accomplishment and are often relieved that they are no longer the child’s only mode of …
Springtime is approaching, and you know what that means — St. Patrick’s Day, Spring Break, festivals, prom season! People are in the mood for celebrating and, where there’s celebrating there is usually alcohol consumption. The key is to do it responsibly and to maintain an awareness of how your actions affect others. Louisiana Drunk Driving …
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers Over 100,000 car accidents happen each year involving a driver who was texting and driving, many of which involve teen drivers. For teens, the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the “100 deadliest days” of the year, days when teens are the most likely to be involved …
New Orleans is known for its laissez-faire, Big Easy style. Especially during Mardi Gras, locals and tourists alike take advantage of the season of celebration to have a great time and forget their everyday stresses. But beware: too many drivers leaving their worries behind during Mardi Gras get behind the wheel after they’ve had too …
Document the Truth and Protect Yourself Unfortunately, all at-fault drivers are not honest. There is the chance that the at-fault driver will lie to their insurance company about how the accident was caused. As an example, let’s say the at-fault driver failed to stop at a stop sign before proceeding through an intersection. This failure …
In many cases, when a driver causes a crash, they are legally responsible for various damages, expenses, and losses that accident victims incurred. This is true for damaged property, too. In addition to paying to repair the vehicle damaged in the crash, they may also be responsible for additional costs, including loss of use, total …
Never Assume that Other Drivers Will Comply with Traffic Signals Aside from honest negligence or simple failure to pay attention, many drivers are often in a rush to reach their destination and consciously try to avoid delays by rolling through stops, running yellow lights (often at breakneck speeds!), and willfully ignoring traffic controls. Many very …
You have options when you have been injured and your car has been damaged in an accident. However, these options should be exercised before the accident in the form of the type of insurance coverage you purchase. The number on the options depends on the type of coverages you have. Before becoming an attorney …
When interviewing a new client, one of the first things I discuss is whether they have Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage on their auto insurance policy. As many Louisiana personal injury lawyers will tell you, many clients either do not know or presume that they do not have this coverage because they intended to purchase a …
Whenever you are injured in a car accident, the importance of immediate treatment is paramount. The obvious reason is to minimize your injury. If you wait too long to seek treatment then your injures may become more severe, or you may have a longer healing time. Immediate treatment does not mean a trip to your …
