New Orleans Injury Attorney for Teen Driving Accidents
When a teen driver is involved in a car accident, the crash can come with significant consequences for everyone involved. It is vital to have an experienced accident lawyer by your side to help you understand your rights and obligations.
Although teen drivers may be less experienced than others, that does not mean that they are automatically to blame for any crash. Even if a teen driver is partly responsible for the accident, he or she may still be able to recuperate some money damages.
The New Orleans car accident attorneys at Bloom Legal have dedicated their careers to helping people get back on their feet after a crash. We combine decades of legal experience in the courtroom and negotiating with insurance companies to help clients move on with their lives with the full compensation available under the law.
Liability for Car Crashes in Louisiana
Accidents are a part of life on the road that can happen in a number of different ways. Often, they are the result of driver error, fatigue or distraction.
Louisiana law imposes a “duty of care” on motorists to operate their vehicles in a reasonably safe manner and to avoid dangerous activity behind the wheel. A driver that does not live up to this responsibility is likely to be found negligent and legally responsible for any accidents that happen as a result.
At Bloom Legal, we commonly see car crash cases stemming from the violation of traffic laws:
- Speeding
- Failing to signal turns
- Running red lights
- Rolling through stop signs
- Failing to yield to a right of way
- Tailgating
- Failing to use lights at night
- Drinking and driving
- Drugged driving
Proving that a driver who caused an accident violated traffic laws can be essential to establishing a case for money damages.
What type of compensation is available after a teen driving car accident in New Orleans?
Anyone who has been injured in a car accident in Louisiana has the right to seek compensation from those responsible for the crash. Money damages are intended to put the injured person back in the financial position that he or she was in before the collision.
The money damages typically available in car accident cases includes compensation for medical bills, property damage, missed wages, and any long-term impact on the person’s earning capacity. Additional, punitive damages may also be awarded in cases involving particularly reckless conduct.
In the tragic event that a person dies in a car accident, his or her family can seek similar damages for wrongful death. No amount of money can ever bring back your loved one, but compensation can ease some of the financial strain that often comes with losing a loved one.
Louisiana is a comparative negligence state, which means a person who is partly to blame for his or her own injuries can still get some compensation based on their proportion of fault. A New Orleans car accident lawyer at Bloom Legal can help you determine fault and build the strongest possible case for compensation.
Parent Liability for Teen Driver
In Louisiana, vicarious liability dictates that unless a minor has been emancipated, their parents are responsible for any damages caused by their minor children. However, you still have the right to proceed with a lawsuit for an accident your teen driver was in. Your personal injury lawyer can help explain your liability and evaluate if your son or daughter has a claim for damages.
What Happens if My Teen Was in An Accident Without a License?
It is possible your teenage son or daughter was in an accident where they either (1) didn’t have their license on them or (2) do have a driver’s license. Both of these situations can make pursuing a teen driving car accident claim more complicated and it is advisable to call a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. We can help advise of your rights and ensure you are protecting yourself from a legal perspective.
Schedule a Free Consultation with a New Orleans Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in Louisiana, Bloom Legal can help. Contact us to schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney at our New Orleans personal injury law firm.
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