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Louisiana Car Accident Lawyer

After a wreck, the insurance company gets to work immediately, and not for you. Litigator Law levels the field. We investigate the crash, manage the claim, and fight for every dollar your case is worth.

Louisiana car accident attorney David Patin, Jr.

What we handle

  • Rear-end collisions and intersection crashes
  • Hit-and-run and phantom driver claims
  • Parking lot collisions
  • Drunk, distracted, and reckless driving wrecks
  • Rideshare and delivery driver crashes
  • Wrecks involving uninsured or underinsured drivers

What to do after a Louisiana car accident

Call 911 and get medical attention first, even if you feel okay. Adrenaline hides injuries. Photograph the vehicles, the scene, and anything relevant, and get the other driver's insurance information and any witness contacts. Then, before you give any recorded statement to the other side's insurance company, talk to a lawyer.

Why the insurance company is not your friend

Adjusters are paid to close claims cheap. Quick settlement offers usually arrive before you know the full extent of your injuries, and once you sign a release, your claim is over. Louisiana law actually gives injured people real leverage: insurers who unreasonably delay or underpay valid claims can face bad faith penalties. Using that leverage is what we do.

Common questions

How much does a Louisiana car accident lawyer cost?

Litigator Law works on a contingency fee. The consultation is free, and you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. Court costs and case expenses are explained in writing before we start. Clients may remain responsible for costs and expenses regardless of outcome.

How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Louisiana?

It depends on when your crash happened. For most crashes occurring on or after July 1, 2024, Louisiana allows two years to file suit. Older claims may be subject to a one-year deadline. Because the rules changed recently and exceptions exist, call an attorney as soon as possible so your deadline is calculated correctly.

What if the other driver says the crash was my fault?

Louisiana uses comparative fault. Even if you share some blame, you can still recover, with your damages reduced by your percentage of fault. Do not accept an adjuster's version of fault. The evidence often tells a different story.

Should I give the insurance company a recorded statement?

Not before speaking with a lawyer. Adjusters are trained to ask questions that reduce the value of your claim. You generally have no obligation to give the other driver's insurer a recorded statement.

What is my car accident case worth?

It depends on your injuries, medical treatment, lost wages, the available insurance coverage, and how the crash happened. Beware of anyone quoting you a number before reviewing your medical records and the policies involved. We evaluate every case individually.

Bring us what you have

  • Crash report or the report number from the investigating agency
  • Photos of vehicles, injuries, and the scene
  • Insurance cards for both drivers, including your own policy
  • Medical records or the names of your treating providers

Missing something? Call anyway. We can obtain reports, records, and policy information for you.

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