When driving along Interstate 10 or Interstate 210, it’s easy to feel trapped by the number of large semis and delivery trucks on the road with you. It takes just one oversight or mistake behind the wheel for these tractor-trailers to cause serious injuries.
If that happens to you, contact a skilled and experienced highway accident lawyer in Lake Charles from Galloway Jefcoat, founded in 1996. Request a free, no-obligation consultation now with a Lake Charles car accident lawyer.
Why Highway Accidents Are So Dangerous
The Lake Charles Bypass, U.S. Route 171, and I-10 are very busy roadways into and out of the city. Many people drive them to and from work, tourists take them as they explore the city, and trucks use them to move throughout the state.
Some of the most common causes of highway accidents in this area include:
- Traffic congestion: Traffic itself does not cause accidents, but it can bring out the worst in some drivers. Traffic congestion often results in aggressive driving, road rage, and reckless operation just to shave a few minutes off an arrival time.
- Distraction: Many drivers on these roads are engaged in more than just driving. Look over on I-210, and you may see a driver texting or adjusting their GPS. Distractions for just seconds can put lives at risk.
- Reckless behavior: Speeding, illegal lane changes, and weaving in and out of traffic are common high-risk behaviors. You may share the road with those who are tailgating or fail to stop at on- and off-ramps as they should.
- Fatigued drivers: This is especially common among commercial drivers on I-210 and I-10. Fatigue can happen to anyone, and it can create a high risk of serious accidents and injuries.
- Intoxication: Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or those impaired as a result of prescription or over-the-counter medications, can also be less likely to avoid causing an accident.
If you were in an accident you believe was caused by any of these types of incidents, seek legal guidance before you file a claim. A lawyer will clarify what your rights are and help clarify who may be at fault.
At Galloway Jefcoat, the experience of our Lake Charles personal injury lawyer ensures you know your rights.
"I have used Galloway Jefcoat a few times and have always been very satisfied. Furthermore, all of the people who work there are very professional, nice, and courteous."
How Our Highway Accident Attorney in Lake Charles Can Help
Highway accidents often result in serious and life-threatening injuries. They are also some of the more challenging cases to handle because most people try to blame someone else, and insurance companies want to blame you.
Our team helps clients by providing them with:
- A full investigation. We work to find all of the critical information in your case. That includes witness statements, video and photo evidence, accident reconstruction services, and police reports.
- A comprehensive identification of all parties at fault. Many drivers on highways are commercial operators, meaning their employers may be partially at fault for the driver’s actions. We identify anyone else who could also be at fault.
- A comprehensive claim. Expect our legal team to build a strong claim for you, one that identifies all of the losses you have now and will experience in the future. Most victims do not realize the extent of their losses until they speak to us.
There is no cost to you when you contact our highway accident attorney in Lake Charles. We listen, guide, and create a legal strategy for you at no upfront cost.
We only get paid if we recover compensation for you. Our experience includes decades of fighting for victims. We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. Your case matters.
"Galloway Jefcoat are amazing professionals who are very client focused. They will guide you thru all the details to help get your litigation solved. I was involved in a crash that ultimate required a knee replacement"
Common Serious Injuries in Highway Accidents
Many victims of highway accidents suffer serious injuries that impact their emotional, physical, and financial lives. Any time you receive medical care for your injuries and losses, we encourage you to speak to an attorney before you settle the claim.
This is especially true in cases of serious injuries such as:
- Head injuries, including concussions and other traumatic brain injuries
- Spine and spinal cord injuries resulting in chronic pain, nerve damage, or paralysis
- Internal injuries, including organ damage and bleeding
- Neck and shoulder pain, including those suffering from whiplash
- Disfigurement of all types, such as scarring from lacerations, burns from chemicals, or amputations of digits or limbs
- Broken bones, including those resulting in complex fractures or surgical procedures
- Emotional trauma with the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, or anxiety
In these types of injuries, victims may face a long road to recovery. That takes money and consistent care, and sometimes it also means spending months working towards your rehabilitation. As your lawyer, we work to recover fair compensation for those losses.
"As a client of Galloway Jefcoat for over two years I want to take a minute to say how much I appreciate the team handling my case."
How We Value Your Highway Accident Claim
Our legal team will assess every aspect of your injuries and accident to determine what your losses are. Every case is vastly different from the next. Some of the most common components of these claims include:
- Medical expenses for now and into the future
- Lost wages and loss of benefits
- Loss of earning capacity
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and mental anguish
- Loss of quality of life
Putting a value on these injuries and losses takes more than just looking at a medical bill. It takes understanding how the law allows you to recover compensation.
Our experience helps us build that claim. In Louisiana, you typically have two years under La. Civ. Code Art. 3493.1 from the date of the accident to take legal action. Browse our FAQs to learn more.
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Schedule a Free Consultation with Our Lake Charles Highway Accident Attorney Now
At Galloway Jefcoat, we prioritize you, our client. To do that, we provide you with exceptional service in a no-pressure environment. Let us handle the insurance company. Set up a free consultation now.
Let our Lake Charles highway accident lawyer look for opportunities to recover compensation.
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