Legal Industry News Blog

Driver Requirements for Reporting Car Accidents in Louisiana

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Aug 15, 2019 in Automotive

After a car accident in Louisiana, you may be required to report the incident. Below, our attorneys discuss the state’s accident reporting requirements and why filing an accident report is to your benefit. If you were injured in a collision, you may… Read More

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Filing a Lawsuit if You Already Accepted a Settlement

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Aug 02, 2019 in Personal Injury

Many personal injury claims end when both parties agree to settle. For example, in a car accident case, the victim often agrees to a settlement with an insurance company. The settlement basically ends the case. However, you may later discover other damages… Read More

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Determining Liability for a Merging Accident

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Jul 15, 2019 in Automotive

Merging onto the freeway or another busy road is a high-level driving technique that requires a driver to maintain the speed of traffic and pay close attention when approaching multiple lanes of traffic. Unfortunately, many drivers do not know how to… Read More

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How an Attorney Determines the Value of Your Truck Accident Claim

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Jul 03, 2019 in Truck Accidents

A truck accident can cause serious injuries that require surgery and lengthy rehabilitation. When this happens, you may be wondering what your claim is worth during the recovery process. Truck accident claims can help you obtain compensation for your… Read More

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Simien & Simien Nominated for Best of the Teche Award for 2019

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Jun 18, 2019 in Firm News

We are pleased to announce that our firm has been nominated again for The Daily Iberian’s 24th annual Best of Teche Reader’s Choice Awards. These awards honors local businesses throughout New Iberia for the phenomenal services they provide. At Simien… Read More

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Pre-Existing Conditions and Personal Injury Claims

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Jun 17, 2019 in Personal Injury

There is high probability that an accident can further aggravate and cause harm to your pre-existing condition. Unfortunately, most insurance companies do not have this in mind when determining the value of damages. Insurance companies frequently try… Read More

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Timeline of Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Jun 05, 2019 in Personal Injury

If you have been injured in an accident caused by another person’s negligence, you may be considering filing a personal injury lawsuit. Though every case is unique, there are some core elements that will likely be involved. Below, we outline the process… Read More

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How Are Car Accident Damages Measured?

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on May 21, 2019 in Automotive

Car collisions are expensive, victims face bills for everything from medical treatment to car repairs. If you have been involved in a car accident you may be considering seeking compensation for the damages you incurred. Below, you can find out what… Read More

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What Not to Do After a Car Accident

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on May 03, 2019 in Automotive

Car accidents take us by surprise. They are shocking events that may leave us shaken up and unsure of what to do. This is why it is so easy to make various mistakes after a car accident. If you or a loved one has experienced an injury after a car accident,… Read More

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Can I File a Damages Claim if I am Partially at Fault in an Accident?

Posted On behalf of Simien & Simien on Apr 23, 2019 in Automotive

If you have been involved in an accident that you partially caused, there is still a chance that you may be able to recover damages. Learn about the comparative fault law in Louisiana and see how it may affect your car accident case. The Baton Rouge… Read More

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