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Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of car accidents in Louisiana. When one vehicle strikes another from behind, many people automatically assume the driver in the rear is always at fault. But that is not always true.  While most rear-end crashes are caused by the driver in the back, there are some…

All car accidents are stressful. But not all crashes are the same. Some collisions leave drivers and passengers with little more than vehicle damage, while others result in devastating injuries, long-term disability, or even death.  At Anderson Blanda & Saltzman, we help Louisiana car accident victims understand the difference between minor and serious accidents…

When a case does not settle, we begin litigation. Litigation refers to the formal legal process of resolving a dispute through the court system. In a personal injury case, it means filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party when a fair settlement cannot be reached by negotiating with their insurance company. When you file…

If you have been injured at work, you have the right to file a Louisiana workers’ compensation claim for damages. However, a workers’ compensation claim is very different from a personal injury claim. You need to know what benefits are available and how payments are determined so you know what to expect and can…

When another party’s negligence or wrongdoing injures you, you have the right to seek compensation for your damages. You hope that the at-fault party’s insurance company will willingly pay you the full value of your claim. However, that rarely happens. In most personal injury cases, the insurance company will try to deny or devalue…

When you are injured in an accident caused by another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you have the right to file a claim and seek compensation for your damages. The claims process usually begins with sending a demand letter.  You should understand what a demand letter is, what it should include, and how it helps…

Key Takeaways Child Traffic Safety in America (2019-2023) Between 2019 and 2023, nearly 11,000 children were killed in motor vehicle collisions in the United States. This is approximately 6 deaths a day. This represents an annual rate of 3.36 child traffic deaths per 100,000 residents under the age of 18. Teens represent the largest…

You hope you make the right choice when you choose an injury attorney in Lafayette to handle your personal injury claim. But sometimes you may wish you had chosen differently.   Fortunately, you can usually switch personal injury lawyers during the middle of your case. There are rare circumstances in which a judge may not…

The commercial trucking industry is essential to our local, state, and national economies. Most trucks safely travel to and from their destinations daily—but when big truck accidents do happen, they are often catastrophic.  There are numerous types of commercial trucks traveling our highways, and each presents its challenges. Bobtail trucks are one type of…

When you are injured in an accident caused by someone else, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries. Most personal injury claims are resolved without going to court by the defendant or their insurance company paying an agreed-upon amount of damages.  But when you’ve receive your settlement, you may wonder: Do…