What Happens When Both Drivers Share Fault in a New Orleans Crash

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|November 11th, 2025

When two drivers collide in New Orleans, the situation can quickly become confusing, especially if both believe the other is at fault. Knowing how Louisiana’s shared fault laws work can make a big difference in the compensation each driver receives. At Alvendia, Kelly & Demarest Law Firm, our ..

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New Orleans Nightlife Car Accidents: How Late-Night Driving Affects Liability

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|October 10th, 2025

New Orleans is famous for its vibrant nightlife, from Bourbon Street to Frenchmen Street. Crowds, music, and late hours bring energy to the city, but they also increase the risk of serious car accidents. When alcohol, poor lighting, or drowsy driving collide with congested streets, accidents can hap..

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How Louisiana’s “No Pay, No Play” Law Affects Car Accident Compensation

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|September 09th, 2025

Car accidents in Louisiana don’t just leave you dealing with injuries or repairs; they can also trigger a state law that significantly limits your ability to recover damages if you’re uninsured. Known as Louisiana’s “No Pay, No Play” law, this rule can block tens of thousands of dollars in..

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How to Fight a Lowball Settlement Offer After a Car Accident

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|August 08th, 2025

After your car accident, the last thing you want to do is fight with insurance. Now you’ve received a settlement offer, and it’s lower than you were expecting. You may not be sure if the amount is standard, and you had unrealistic expectations, or if the insurance company is trying to lowball yo..

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What Happens If a Child Was Injured in a Car Accident in Louisiana?

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|July 07th, 2025

According to the NHTSA’s 2023 child crash data, an estimated 161,478 children were injured in traffic crashes nationwide in 2023. Such data highlights how critical it is to understand what happens when a child is injured in a car accident in Louisiana. Unlike adult victims, children often require ..

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How to Speed Up a Stalled Car Accident Claim in New Orleans

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|May 05th, 2025

According to the Louisiana Department of Insurance, auto insurers in the state receive thousands of consumer complaints each year, many related to delayed or stalled claims. In fact, across the U.S., it’s estimated that over 15% of car accident victims face significant delays in claim resoluti..

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The Statute of Limitations for Accident Claims in Louisiana: Don’t Miss Your Chance for Compensation

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|April 04th, 2025

Filing an insurance claim or lawsuit might not be the first priority on your mind if you’ve been hurt in an accident. Between medical treatments, recovering from injuries, and dealing with insurance companies, time can slip away faster than you realize. But here’s the problem with letting th..

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How Is Diminished Value Calculated After an Auto Accident?

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|March 03th, 2025

Many drivers think repair costs are the only financial loss they face after a car accident. However, what most people don’t realize is that even after professional repairs, their vehicle likely won’t have the same market value as it did before the crash. This loss in resale value is known as dim..

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Navigating Car Accident Claims as a Tourist in New Orleans

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|January 01th, 2025

Visiting New Orleans can surely be exciting. Its vibrant culture, lively streets, and unique attractions attract millions of tourists to NOLA annually. However, accidents can happen anywhere—even on vacation. If you’re involved in a car accident as a tourist in New Orleans, you may face challeng..

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Filing a Car Accident Claim as a Non-Driver: Your Legal Rights

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|November 11th, 2024

Car accidents can be confusing and stressful, especially if you aren’t the driver. Passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists can all get injured in a crash, but many don’t know what to do next or how to get compensation for their injuries. If you’re in this situation, yo..

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