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Negligent driving can include not being vigilant, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, distracted driving, driving while texting, disobeying traffic signals or laws, being out of control of the vehicle, not using a vehicle’s safety features, or simply failing to use normal care and caution while operating a motor vehicle. Understanding how to prove a car accident negligence claim can help you determine if you have a strong case to receive compensation for your damages and your injuries. Proving Negligence There are four elements you must prove in a car accident negligence case in order to attempt to receive compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Contacting an experienced personal injury attorney......

Some severe car accidents can cause catastrophic injuries to drivers and passengers. Some of the most common injuries include spinal cord injuries that can be permanent and life-threatening. The following are the most common spinal cord injuries suffered after serious car accidents by victims. Whiplash The most common form of spinal cord injuries suffered in a car accident are whiplash injuries. While the focus of the impact is on the neck, whiplash can also affect the spine. In fact, many victims will experience several spinal cord injuries simultaneously which can exacerbate their whiplash injuries. Some victims suffer from chronic whiplash which is a permanent and lifelong injury that causes both physical and emotional distress. Herniated Disc and Ruptured Discs Discs......

Within the State of Louisiana, hit and run accidents are widespread and common. Each year, more than 22,000 accidents in Louisiana are hit and run accidents causing property damage, injuries, and fatalities. If you were involved in a hit and run accident, you experience all of the suffering and stress of a typical car accident, compounded by a profound sense of injustice that you may not have a driver from whom to receive compensation. Before making any decisions, here is what to do after a hit and run accident. Seek Safety and Call the Police If you were in an accident, you may be disoriented and unsure of your next steps. Make sure to move the car from the roadway......