It can be easy to dismiss fatigue or a change in your sleep schedule after a Louisiana auto accident. Car accidents are traumatic experiences that can be physically and mentally draining. However, extreme fatigue that lasts more than a few days could be sign of a severe internal injury, like a concussion or another type... Read more
Car accidents can cause a variety of neck and back injuries that could be treated by a chiropractor. The problem is that chiropractic care is often seen as a type of alternative medicine. This raises the question of whether you can include chiropractic care in your claim for compensation. Galloway Jefcoat has been helping car... Read more
Many people do not think twice about driving with a hangover. Sure, they do not feel the best, but it is not the same as driving while intoxicated, right? The truth is, even if you are no longer drunk, a hangover can make it much harder to safely operate a vehicle. A hangover can cause... Read more
Car crash victims have many legal rights, including the right to reject an insurance settlement offer that does not provide all the compensation you need. Insurance companies want victims to believe they will not receive any compensation if they reject the first offer, but this is not necessarily true, especially if you hire a licensed... Read more
There are numerous considerations with the value of a Lafayette car crash claim. For instance, the victim’s lawyer needs to determine if the victim will need ongoing medical treatment and how much pain and suffering may be worth. There are other factors involved that you might think should be unrelated to the value of a... Read more
Driving a commercial truck is a difficult and dangerous job, which is why there are extensive state and federal regulations commercial truck drivers must follow. Breaking these rules could result in a severe crash that results in catastrophic or fatal injuries. Victims of these collisions may be able to seek compensation for their injuries and... Read more
While no one is built to withstand the trauma of a car accident, children are especially vulnerable. That is why it is so important for children to be properly restrained in the appropriate type of car seat. Parents and caregivers also need to make sure to install the seat correctly so it can provide the... Read more
We have all seen cars that are overloaded with cargo. While most of these drivers make it to their destination without something falling off their car, sometimes they are not so lucky. This could be a disaster for driver, but it is also dangerous for others sharing the road. Failure to secure cargo can result... Read more
Exceeding the speed limit gives drivers less time to make vital decisions that could prevent a crash. Speeding also contributes to the severity of car crashes – faster car accidents are likely to be more dangerous. Were you involved in a crash caused by a speeding driver? If so, we are here to help. Galloway... Read more
Hydroplaning is a wet-weather hazard usually caused by your vehicle’s tires losing their grip on the road. When this happens, your vehicle could slide off the road or swerve into another vehicle and cause a hydroplane crash. If another driver loses control and hits your vehicle after hydroplaning, can you recover your damages? Who may... Read more
