Category Archives: Boat Accident

Five Things to Know About Boating Injury Liability in Louisiana

By Rice & Kendig, LLC | Posted on July 5, 2023

In summer, more Louisiana residents are planning boating excursions, and many visitors to the state will enjoy recreational boating while in and around the Shreveport area. Yet boating can be extremely dangerous, and people can suffer serious and deadly injuries. What do you need to know about boating injury liability in Louisiana? Consider the… Read More »

What Causes Most Boating Injuries In Louisiana?

By Rice & Kendig, LLC | Posted on May 17, 2023

Boating is a popular activity in and around Shreveport. Whether you are a resident of the city and own your own vessel, or you are visiting and renting a boat, you may enjoy boating in various areas and on many different types of vessels. You might enjoy boating in a larger watercraft on the… Read More »

Have You Been In A Louisiana Boating Accident?

By Rice & Kendig, LLC | Posted on June 20, 2022

The state of Louisiana has one of the highest totals of registered watercraft in the United States, and its residents enjoy boating all over the state, from Cross Lake to the Gulf of Mexico. However, the higher the number of registered vessels, the higher the likelihood of experiencing a boating collision. If you have… Read More »

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Motor Vehicle Collision

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Pedestrian/Motor Vehicle Collision

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18-Wheeler Collision

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Motor Vehicle Collision

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18-Wheeler Collision

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18-Wheeler Collision

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18-Wheeler Collision

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Motor Vehicle Collision

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Motor Vehicle Collision

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Motor Vehicle Collision

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18-Wheeler Collision

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Motor Vehicle Collision

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