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Summer Drunk Driving Crashes
Motor vehicle collisions have various causes throughout the year in Louisiana, and crashes caused by drunk driving can occur regardless of the season. However, data suggests that intoxicated driving crashes tend to spike during the summer months, increasing the risk of injury in a wreck caused by a drunk driver. Holidays tend to be… Read More »
Speeding and Traffic Crashes in Louisiana
Traffic collisions that occur in Shreveport and throughout Louisiana have various causes, such as distracted driving due to texting, intoxicated driving, and various forms of aggressive driving. While many drivers acknowledge the serious risks associated with distractions behind the wheel and drunk driving, a surprisingly high number of motorists regularly speed. According to the… Read More »
What is Hydroplaning?
Hydroplaning happens when a layer of water builds up between a vehicle’s tires and the road surface, causing a loss of traction and control. This dangerous phenomenon can lead to catastrophic car accidents and severe injuries, as the driver may be unable to steer, brake, or accelerate effectively. The Shreveport car accident lawyers at… Read More »
How to File a Claim After a Deadly Boating Injury
Boating is an extremely common activity in Louisiana given the wide range of bodies of water throughout the state, and boating is particularly popular during the summer months. Whether you live in Louisiana or are visiting, there are swamps, lakes, bayous, reservoirs, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico for deep sea fishing…. Read More »
Raccoon Eyes and Brain Injuries
Raccoon eyes, also known as periorbital ecchymosis, are dark bruises around the eyes that can signal a serious underlying head injury. This condition often indicates internal bleeding within the skull and requires immediate medical attention. The Shreveport personal injury lawyers at Rice & Kendig are here to break down everything you need to know… Read More »
Brain Injuries Impacting Older Adults
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can affect people of any age, from young children to older adults. TBIs are classified based on their severity. Most people who sustain mild TBIs, also known as concussions, will recover, but there can be long-term consequences. Moderate and severe TBIs tend to have worse outcomes, especially for older adults,… Read More »
Three Things to Know About Fatal Car Crashes
Thousands of traffic collisions occur on a regular basis, and some do not result in any injuries at all. Yet data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveals that there are thousands of fatal collisions every month in the United States, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that… Read More »
Common Questions About Personal Injury Claims
After a serious traffic crash or another kind of incident that results in serious or fatal injuries, it is important to consider options for filing a claim. Although turning your focus to a legal claim can feel difficult while you are trying to recover from physical and psychological harm, it is essential to seek… Read More »
10 Stages of Brain Injury Recovery
Depending on the severity of a traumatic brain injury, recovery can be an incredibly long and difficult process. For severe brain injuries, there are typically 10 stages of brain injury recovery that victims must endure to regain a sense of normalcy and independence. The Shreveport traumatic brain injury lawyers at Rice & Kendig are… Read More »
Distracted Driving Bill Could Reduce Crashes in Shreveport
Louisiana has a serious distracted driving problem, and collisions routinely result in serious and deadly injuries in Shreveport and across the state. According to a recent article from KNOE, the American Automobile Association released a report in early April 2024 that identified Louisiana as the state with the third-highest rate of distracted drivers in… Read More »
