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Rear-end collisions are the most common type of accident on Louisiana roads. Most people assume the following driver is always at fault. But when brake checking is involved, liability becomes more complex.  If you were injured in a rear-end accident caused by brake checking, you need the help of an experienced Baton Rouge accident…

Afternoon rush hour often brings long lines of cars and sudden stops across Baton Rouge. Many drivers feel tired, stressed, and ready to get home. These everyday moments set the stage for increased crash risk in the region. According to the 2024 TomTom Traffic Index, a six-mile trip in Baton Rouge takes about 11…

After a motor vehicle accident in Louisiana, establishing fault and proving the full value of your claim can be challenging. Insurance companies have teams working to avoid liability and to minimize your claim. They often use unfair tactics to deny, delay, and devalue your claim.   Expert witnesses can provide specialized knowledge to help build…

The holiday shopping season is one of the busiest times of the year in Louisiana. People are out buying gifts, food, and decorations. With more cars on the road from morning until late at night, drivers need to be extra careful. According to the 2024 Center for Analytics & Research in Transportation Safety (CARTS),…

A First Alert is in place for tonight into Tuesday morning. Louisiana will see its first freeze of the season. It will be a light freeze, but it may still break temperature records. Temperatures are forecast to drop into the upper 20s north and east of the Baton Rouge metro area, and into the…

Louisiana’s economy runs on hard work, strong industries, and miles of open road. Agriculture, construction, oil and gas, and shipping all play major roles in the state’s growth. Farms stretch across parishes, ports move products to market, and factories keep workers on the move. Because of this, transportation is part of daily life. If…

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and LSU’s Center for Analytics & Research in Transportation Safety (CARTS) report that rear-end crashes are the most common type of wreck in Louisiana. A rear-end collision happens when one car hits the back of another. It might sound minor, but these crashes can still cause…

If you’ve been injured in an accident, you’re probably asking yourself one big question: Is it worth hiring an accident lawyer? It’s a question almost every accident victim faces, especially when the insurance company seems friendly and promises to “take care of everything.” But the truth is, handling your own claim and hiring an…

Traffic is getting an upgrade in Ascension Parish. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is building three new roundabouts along Louisiana Highway 30, a key route connecting Gonzales to nearby industrial and residential areas. Related: Alternative Routes to Ascension Parish Roundabout Construction The first roundabout is already open, and the full project…

When Louisiana drivers “spring forward” or “fall back,” crash risks change too. Even one lost hour of sleep can affect safety.Research shows crashes rise right after the time change. Small shifts in sleep and daylight affect alertness, focus, and reaction time. A study by the American Economic Association found fatal crashes increase 6% during…