Louisiana Car Accident Attorney Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Library
Helping educate our clients and the community is important to our firm.
Being involved in a car accident can be a traumatic experience that raises a lot of questions regarding injuries, medical bills, insurance companies, and what types of damages can be recovered as a result of another person’s carelessness. Every situation is different. There is no “one size fits all” approach to dealing with the aftermath of an auto accident in Louisiana.
We’ve put together a comprehensive list of the most frequently asked questions people often have after being involved in a car accident in New Orleans. Of the nearly 100 FAQs, we’ve broken them down into seven detailed sections that include videos, audio transcripts and written descriptions:
- General Questions
- Auto Accident Questions
- Financial Claims and Compensation Questions
- Auto Accident Insurance Questions
- Medical and Injury Treatment Questions
- Legal and Louisiana Law Questions
- Lawyer and Law Firm Questions
We hope the following FAQs will provide a great deal of insight into the various questions and concerns you may have for yourself or a loved one. If you have a question that is not addressed, please feel free to contact our firm to arrange for a free case consultation.
FAQ Library Table of Contents
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General Questions »
- I’ve been in a car accident, what do I do?
- How soon should I file a lawsuit?
- I’m not sure I can afford an attorney. Should I still call one?
- I may have been partly at fault in my car accident or other claim. Should I still seek legal advice?
- I have a preexisting medical condition that was aggravated in my accident. Can I still pursue a claim?
- I think I have a claim, but there are certain things that work against me. Do I have to tell my attorney about these?
- What should I bring with me when I come in?
- How long will it take to get a fair settlement offer?
- Will I have to go to court?
Auto Accident Questions »
- What is the first thing I should do after a Louisiana car accident?
- Do I need to call the police if I have a car accident in Louisiana?
- I have been in a car accident and have insurance. Why do I need a lawyer?
- What should I not do after a Louisiana car accident?
- What information should I gather at the accident scene?
- When should I contact an attorney following a car accident?
- What should I look for in hiring an attorney to represent me in my Louisiana auto accident case?
- What if the driver who hit in Louisiana was drinking?
- What should I bring to the initial consultation with my attorney in a Louisiana auto accident case?
- What if I believe I was the victim of a hit and run in Louisiana?
- Is it always necessary to file a lawsuit after a Louisiana car accident?
- Can I handle my Louisiana auto accident case without an attorney?
- Can I choose my own repair shop following a Louisiana car accident?
- Can I control whether my car is repaired or replaced following a Louisiana car accident?
Financial Claims and Compensation Questions »
- I was hurt by a minor who was drinking at our neighbors home. Can I sue my neighbor who supplied the liquor?
- Will I get reimbursed for my co-payments and out-of-pocket expenses as a result of my Louisiana car accident?
- Can I sue the driver of the car I was riding in if I was injured in a Louisiana car accident?
- Will it cost me any money to bring a Louisiana auto accident case?
- Who will pay for my rental car following my Louisiana car accident?
- What if I was not wearing a seat belt at the time of my Louisiana car accident? Can I still recover damages?
- If I am in a car accident will my lost wages be covered?
- If I am unhappy with my present car accident lawyer, can I switch attorneys? How much will it cost to change attorneys?
- If I miss work as a result of a Louisiana car accident can my lost wages be recovered?
- I was in a car accident. Who is going to pay for my property damage and medical bills?
- I was driving a company car when I was injured in an accident. Who pays for my medical bills?
- How much is my Louisiana auto accident case worth?
- How long will it take to get money in my Louisiana auto accident case?
- How do attorneys charge for Louisiana auto accident cases?
- How long does it take to settle a Louisiana auto accident case?
- Do I have to go to court if I want to recover monetary damages in my Louisiana auto accident case?
- Can I receive money even if the Louisiana car accident was my fault?
- Can someone sue for the pain and suffering of a decedent in Louisiana?
- Can a passenger recover damages in Louisiana for accident injuries caused by a driver of the same car?
- Can I get a car accident attorney to reduce his or her fees from the typical charges of 33 percent to 40 percent of the settlement?
- Are punitive damages available in a Louisiana auto accident case?
Auto Accident Insurance Questions »
- Why should I hire a lawyer when I can negotiate directly with the insurance company and avoid paying any attorney’s fees?
- What should I say to the insurance adjuster after my Louisiana car accident?
- What should I do if the insurance company offers me a check right away?
- What happens if I am injured in Louisiana by an at-fault driver who doesn’t have auto insurance?
- What happens if the other driver involved in the accident is not insured or has minimal coverage?
- The auto insurance company’s attorney says my injury was pre-existing. How do I prove it was not?
- Should I speak with a lawyer before cooperating with the other party’s insurance company after a Louisiana auto accident case?
- Should I sign a waiver allowing the insurance company to gain access to my medical records following my Louisiana car accident?
- Should I negotiate with the insurance adjuster myself without the help of an attorney in order to settle my Louisiana auto accident case?
- If I was injured in a Louisiana car accident, but do not have insurance, can I still sue and recover for my injuries?
- Do I need to call the police, or can I just exchange insurance and license information with the other driver after a car accident?
- Do I need an attorney for my Louisiana auto accident case if the insurance company seems to be cooperating?
- Do I have to give a recorded statement to the insurance company in a Louisiana auto accident case?
- After a car accident, should I notify my own insurance company, even if it was not my fault?
Medical and Injury Treatment Questions »
- What if I did not leave the scene of my Louisiana car accident in an ambulance? Can I go to the hospital on my own the next day?
- Will I have to pay back my health insurance provider if I recover damages in a Louisiana auto accident case?
- When should I get treatment after a car accident?
- What should I tell the doctor after a car accident?
- Should I go to the doctor after my Louisiana car accident?
- Should I be concerned if I am running up a lot of medical bills as a result of my Louisiana car accident and there is not enough insurance on the car that hit me?
- Does it matter what kind of doctor I see after a car accident?
- Can I be treated by my own doctor if I was hurt in a car accident?
Legal and Louisiana Law Questions »
- I can no longer have relations with my wife as a result of my car accident injury. Can she sue for loss of consortium?
- What is a wrongful death action?
- Who can bring a lawsuit on behalf of someone killed in a car accident?
- What should you do if you have lost a loved one in an accident?
- What if the truck driver who hit me in Louisiana had been drinking before the truck accident?
- What if my attorney wants to settle my Louisiana auto accident case, but I want to go to trial, or vice versa?
- What is the statute of limitations to bring a Louisiana auto accident case?
- What is the statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death claim?
- What if more than one driver was at fault for my Louisiana car accident?
- What if I have been injured by a friend or a loved one’s fault?
- What if I am upside down on the loan for my car and I am involved in a car accident in Louisiana?
- What does ‘comparative negligence’ mean when determining who is liable for a Louisiana traffic accident?
- What are trucking accidents and how are truck accidents different from regular car accidents?
- Is there a time limit to file my Louisiana car accident lawsuit?
- Is a car making a left turn always at fault for a Louisiana car accident?
- How much is a Louisiana wrongful death case worth?
- How is a Louisiana wrongful death claim different from a survival action?
- Do I still have a claim against another driver for my injuries sustained in a Louisiana car accident if I received a ticket?
- Are employers responsible for car accidents caused by their employees?
- Are there alternatives to going to court in a Louisiana auto accident case?
- Are there parties other than the at-fault driver against whom I can take legal action in a Louisiana auto accident case?
Lawyer and Law Firm Questions »
- I have heard about the Magness Law 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. What does that mean?
- What rights do I have as a client of your firm?
- What are two things our firm can do for you (that you can’t do on your own)?
- What guarantee(s) can my attorney offer me?
- Is the attorney available to meet with me personally?
- How are you different from all the personal injury lawyers I see and hear about, especially those on TV?
Disclaimer: The answers provided here are for general information and advertising purposes only. No attorney-client relationship is established prior to the execution of a written Fee Agreement by an authorized representative of the firm. Every case is unique, and there are many issues that may affect your claim. You should always seek a lawyer’s advice before taking any legal action of any kind.
