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Starting January 1, 2026, Louisiana changed how fault works in car and truck accident cases. This new law is called the 51 percent fault rule. Under this rule, a driver cannot get any money if they are found more than 50 percent responsible for a crash. Even if another driver also made a mistake,…

Louisiana is under a state of emergency as a strong winter storm moves across the state in stages. Weather officials say north Louisiana may see snow and ice. Central Louisiana faces a high risk of ice and freezing rain. Southern Louisiana is seeing cold rain, which could become dangerous as temperatures fall. Forecasters warn…

Not all crashes are the same. In Louisiana, a car wreck and a truck wreck are handled very differently under the law. Knowing the difference can help protect you after a crash in Baton Rouge, Ascension Parish, Livingston Parish, and across South Louisiana. What is a car wreck? A car wreck usually involves two…

Americans often drink more alcohol when temperatures go down, especially around holidays like Christmas and New Year’s. Cold weather, shorter days, and more time spent indoors can all lead to higher alcohol use. During the winter season, some people believe alcohol helps them stay warm. This is a common myth. Alcohol only makes the…

A recent ConsumerAffairs report ranked Louisiana as the worst state in the nation for road rage for the second year in a row. Louisiana received a score of 100 out of 100, which means it had the highest risk for aggressive and careless driving. According to ConsumerAffairs, more than half of deadly crashes involve…

Driving in Louisiana can be busy and stressful. Roads like I-10, I-12, Airline Highway, and Highway 30 see heavy traffic every day. One small distraction can lead to a serious crash. Many drivers ask this question. Is distracted driving the same as the new hands free law. The answer is no. They are related,…

Winter driving in Louisiana comes with unique risks. Many drivers rely on myths that work in colder states but fail in Southern conditions. These false beliefs can lead to crashes, breakdowns, and injuries, especially during rare freezes, icy mornings, and cold rain events across Baton Rouge, Gonzales, Prairieville, and surrounding areas. Below are common…

Many families in Louisiana travel during Thanksgiving. People drive from Baton Rouge to Gonzales, from Ascension Parish to Livingston Parish, and across East Baton Rouge Parish to visit loved ones. It is a special time to gather, but it is also one of the most dangerous weeks to be on the road. Researchers studied…

Last Tuesday, a truck rolled over on Germany Road and closed both lanes. In times like this, drivers in Prairieville and Gonzales sat in long lines of traffic as crews worked to clear the scene. Crashes like this show how fast a normal drive can turn dangerous when a large truck loses control. Truck…

Driving in Louisiana comes with important rules that keep everyone safe. These rules help drivers, walkers, and families share the road without danger. But crash studies and safety reports show a clear link between certain traffic violations and sideswipe crashes in Louisiana. What Is a Sideswipe? A sideswipe happens when the side of one…