BOGALUSA TRUCKING ACCIDENTS
A truck accident can ruin lives in mere moments. 18-wheelers and semi-trucks can inflict massive damage to vehicles around them. While the driver of the truck is often protected from the worst of a crash, smaller vehicles are not. All too often, the occupants of the other car have very serious injuries.
Like most business, trucking companies are concerned about profits. Lawsuits and insurance payouts eat into those profits. They use their resources to downplay their liability or poor safety records. An experienced truck accident attorney can help you deal with their shady tactics.
Bogalusa has a great deal of truck traffic from the logging and extraction industries. This means more hours on the road with 18-wheelers and large trucks. And more risk of trucking accidents
COMMON CAUSES OF TRUCK ACCIDENTS
There are many causes of trucking accidents. The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess handles cases like these the most:
- trucking accidents during rainy weather
- truck drivers drunk driving
- safety violations
- speeding
- driver negligence
THINGS LIKELY TO WORSEN
Someone suffering from a serious injury may not be able to make a living. Once medical bills begin piling up, things are only going to worsen further. As an experienced law firm with decades of experience, we understand what may be in store for you. Our Abita Springs injury attorneys go through the multiple aspects of a case and advise about a legal solution accordingly.
CAR ACCIDENTS
Accident is a very mild word. Some car accidents are minor incidents, ending in bad tempers and dings. All too often, car accidents are catastrophic. They cause huge amounts of property damage and life-threatening injuries.
Accident victims know this well. After an accident, you have to deal with injuries, medical bills, and the disruption to your life. All because of someone’s momentary negligence. It’s not a nice feeling when your future is uncertain. You don’t have to go it alone. An experienced Bogalusa car accident attorney can give you some stability.
BOGALOUSA ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS
The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess is well-acquainted with Louisiana’s poor driving conditions. Our state has crumbling roads, terrible drivers, and hazardous weather. Even so, negligent drivers shouldn’t be allowed to get away with reckless conduct. Insurance companies shouldn’t get away with denying your claim.
With our extensive experience, we’ve built up an understanding about the aftermath of accidents. We’re familiar with the causes, injuries, and medical aspects of car accidents. This gives us a an edge when liability is questioned or insurance claims are denied.
We’ve handled all kinds of car accidents over the years. Here are a few of the types of accidents we have experience with:
- Rear-end Collisions
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Bus Accidents
BOGALUSA PERSONAL INJURY
Most people who suffer a personal injury aren’t prepared for the negligent parties to contest the blame. Insurance companies ask intrusive questions and try to shift the blame to you. Medical providers start reporting you to collection agencies for unpaid bills. When you’ve been in a major accident, the last thing you and your family want to deal with is claim denials.
Personal injury claims are complex and stressful to begin with. This is why reaching out to a qualified Bogalusa personal injury attorney is important. The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess can help you make the best case for your claim. For example, we can consult doctors to confirm your injuries in court. Or ask an accountant to review the estimates of your medical costs.
COMMON TYPES OF PERSONAL INJURIES
Personal injury law often bleeds into other types of claims, like auto accidents and medical malpractice. Accident claims vary widely, as do trials and settlements. This is why our staff spends time reviewing your case. And why it’s essential for clients to speak up when they think something important is being overlooked. Every bit of vital information matters when building a personal injury claim.
Bogalusa supports a variety of local industries. Here is a few of the more common types of cases we take on:
- Dog Bites
- Worker’s Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Industrial Accidents
- Slip and Falls
- Police Misconduct
WRONGFUL DEATH
Having a family member die is one the hardest parts of life. Losing that person to a preventable accident is even worse. Your family member never got the chance to see their life goals through or see their children grow up. You have to live with the fact that someone’s irresponsible decisions permanently altered the course of your life.
But, that doesn’t mean you have no options. A Bogalusa wrongful death attorney can help. The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess has experience managing a variety of wrongful death cases:
- Trucking accident fatalities
- Car accident fatalities
- Industrial accident fatalities
In the aftermath of the accident, you may be debating on whether you want to file a wrongful death suit. If you do choose to file a lawsuit, you may be able to recover some of the expenses from your loved one’s death. You might also be able to provide for your future. If you are considering a wrongful death suit, keep your records in order. Things like accident reports, medical records, and other key documents about your loved one. These will be needed for legal cases.
HIRING A WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY
It can be hard to decide what to do in the aftermath of a death in the family. A wrongful death lawyer can help you with many aspects of the case and give you piece of mind
- file paperwork
- act as a buffer between you and insurance companies
- recover legal damages
- gather evidence
Sometimes, people are tempted to take on their own legal cases. This is especially true if they think their suit is an obvious case of wrongdoing. While you might be in the right morally, court systems don’t work that way. And, compensation isn’t awarded based on who’s right and who’s wrong.
Even with a “slam dunk” case, you have no guarantee insurance companies will offer fair compensation. Or sometimes, if the the initial offer they have made is even fair to begin with. They might fight or try to deny your claims.
So, don’t go through the lawsuit process alone. You can get the help and guidance you need.
The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess can help you with all kinds of accident cases. We’ll guide you through the claims process and help you decide what your best options are.
We have offices in 8 locations in Louisiana, with one Baton Rouge. The Law Offices of L. Clayton Burgess takes cases from across the state. Our staff will answer your questions and determine if we can help you with your case. You can also contact us by email.
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