From Mardi Gras to the French Quarter and all of the exciting festivals throughout the year, Louisiana is a land of adventure where some of life's fondest memories can be made. With all of the buzz and busyness surrounding the city, car accidents are bound to happen — and all the fun comes to a screeching halt when it happens to you.
Bruscato Law Firm has the expertise you need to help recover damages from your car accident. My desire is to handle all the legalities so you can focus on getting better. With me by your side, you can be certain that I will fight hard to get the best possible results for your case. While you take it easy and get on the path of smooth recovery, I'll utilize my skills to seek out a compensation that's full and fair.
You can receive compensation for the following:
Here in Louisiana, there are several laws pertaining to car accidents that you should be aware of. These laws dictate important factors like how long you have to file a claim, how much compensation you could receive, and what the possibilities are if the car accident is partially your fault.
If you decide to file a lawsuit, you have one year from the date of the accident. Because Louisiana is a comparative fault state, more than one person can be deemed responsible for the accident. Whatever percentage the judge, jury, or insurance adjuster deems you (the injured driver) responsible for will be deducted from your reward. For example, if you're held 10% responsible and were rewarded $100,000, your reward will be deducted to $90,000.
What do you do when the adjuster assignes you fault? Or the ever popular "phantom car defense?" In these situations, often the only choice for the injured person is to either settle at a substantial discount or otherwise prepare for trial. In either situation, Bruscato Law knows how to get it done to maximize the amount recovered.
In terms of insurance, you can seek compensation from the at-fault driver's insurance company. What many are unaware of is that you can also make a claim with your own insurance company without being penalized.
Louisiana state law requires drivers to have liability coverage. The minimum coverage all drivers must carry are:
There are also penalties on how much compensation you can receive for your accident if you were uninsured. If you didn't have insurance at the time of your injury, you'll be prevented from receiving the first $15,000 of your bodily injury reward and the first $25,000 of your property damage reward.
You may also have an even larger claim against your own insurer.
Car accidents can be overwhelming for the injured, the at-fault party, and everyone else involved. It's the injured and their families who are impacted the most. Insurance companies know you are hurting and will attempt to settle your claim for pennies-on-the-dollar if you do not have a lawyer. If you've been injured in a car accident, Bruscato Law Firm can help. Attorney John Bruscato can be your loyal advocate in seeking justice. Give him a call to schedule a free consultation today.
