What to Do After an Injury in Louisiana

The steps you take after an accident can strengthen or weaken your case. Here is what we recommend to our clients.

Get medical attention right away. Even if you feel fine, some injuries do not show symptoms for hours or days. Medical records from the day of your accident create a direct connection between the incident and your injuries.

Report the accident. File a police report for vehicle collisions. Report workplace injuries to your employer. Notify the property owner for premises liability incidents. These official reports become key evidence in your case.

Document everything you can. Take photos of the scene, your injuries, and any property damage. Write down what happened while the details are still fresh. Keep receipts for every expense related to your injury.

Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company. Anything you say can be used to reduce or deny your claim. Let your attorney handle all communication with the insurer.

Contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Louisiana gives you just one year from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. The sooner you call, the more evidence we can preserve and the stronger your case will be.

How Louisiana Personal Injury Law Works

Louisiana uses a pure comparative fault system. You can recover damages even if you were partly responsible for the accident. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If a jury finds you 30% at fault, you still recover 70% of your damages.

The statute of limitations is one year. That is shorter than most states. If you do not file your lawsuit within one year of the injury, you lose the right to recover compensation entirely.

Medical malpractice claims follow a separate process. Before you can file a lawsuit against a healthcare provider, you must go through a medical review panel. This step adds time to your case, making it critical to contact a lawyer early.

Damages in Louisiana cover both your financial losses and the personal toll of your injury. Economic damages include medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Areas We Serve

Our personal injury attorneys represent clients across the Greater New Orleans area. We serve Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, St. Tammany Parish, St. Bernard Parish, Plaquemines Parish, and surrounding communities throughout Southeast Louisiana.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have a personal injury case?

You may have a case if someone else’s negligence caused your injury. During a free consultation, we review the facts and let you know whether you have a viable claim. There is no cost and no obligation.

What does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation we recover for you. If we do not win your case, you owe us nothing.

How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Louisiana?

Louisiana gives you one year from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. Courts enforce this deadline strictly. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible to protect your claim.

Can I recover compensation if the accident was partly my fault?

Yes. Louisiana’s pure comparative fault law allows you to recover damages even if you share responsibility for the accident. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.

What types of compensation can I receive?

Louisiana law allows you to pursue both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Get Your Free Consultation Today

If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, the team at Arnona Rose is ready to help. Call us at 504-556-4444 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.