Lake Charles Personal Injury Lawyers

Personal injury law in Louisiana allows victims to recover compensation after a wide range of contexts. In order to win your case, you don’t necessarily need to prove that the other person intended to harm you; it could be enough to show that they were merely negligent (careless). 

In some instances, you can even hold a business or the government liable for your injuries.

One reason we offer a free initial consultation is to learn about your situation and help you determine whether you have a personal injury case. Call today to gain valuable insight so that you can make an informed decision.

Sustaining a personal injury can turn your world upside down. The consequences can impact you and your family financially, emotionally, physically, and mentally – in short, just about every aspect of life. If this describes your experience, you deserve to be compensated in full by the responsible party. 

The personal injury claims process can be complex, and the opposing party will likely work hard to reduce their liability for your damages whenever possible. They might even try to say that the accident was your fault. Depending on the case, you might be up against a powerful insurance company with an entire legal department dedicated to protecting its bottom line.

Personal injury accident victims in Lake Charles can recover both economic and non-economic damages. Together, these “compensatory damages” reflect your pecuniary losses as well as those that aren’t so easy to convert into a dollar amount.

Punitive damages, a third type of damages, are only rarely available in Louisiana personal injury cases. They are awarded to “punish” the at-fault party for egregious conduct. However, Louisiana law only allows them as a possibility in particular circumstances; one example is in cases involving drunk driving. 

Each state has a statute of limitations that establishes when lawsuits need to be filed. Louisiana has an especially short statute of limitations deadline for personal injury cases. Generally, you’ll have just one year from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit. Otherwise, you’ll forfeit your legal right to pursue compensation.

Though there are exceptions to this deadline, they are rare. It is best to contact a Lake Charles personal injury attorney as soon as you’re able to after an accident to preserve your rights. It can take time to build a case, and evidence fades over time. An attorney can also help you confirm your case’s appropriate deadline.

Understandably, one of the top questions on your mind after sustaining a personal injury may be how much your case is worth. The short answer is that each case’s value depends on its specific facts and circumstances, so it is difficult or impossible to provide an accurate assessment before speaking with you. 

However, we can still describe a few factors that may influence your case’s worth. These include the following:

– How severe are your injuries?

– To what extent have you had to miss work due to the accident?

– Was the accident partly your fault?

– Will you make a full recovery?

– Is there enough evidence to prove your claim?

– What is the nature of the accident, and who is the at-fault party?

– What are the terms of any relevant insurance policies?

– How old were you at the time of the accident?

The personal injury lawyers in Lake Charles with Taylor Hale Injury Attorneys, LLC work on a contingency fee basis. We strongly believe that anyone should be able to hire a lawyer, regardless of their financial situation. This is especially important in personal injury cases since accidents can cause significant economic losses.

Under a contingency fee agreement, you can hire us with zero upfront costs or fees. Further, we only get paid if we secure compensation for you at the end of your case – meaning through a settlement agreement or court award. Otherwise, you owe us nothing in attorney’s fees.