As a modified comparative fault state, Louisiana allows injured parties in accidents to recover damages for their losses. So, what compensation can pedestrians recover after a Louisiana accident?
Every traffic accident is different, which can impact what compensation is available to injured parties. It’s helpful to understand Louisiana pedestrian accident laws and how they pertain to your case. You can hire a pedestrian accident lawyer to help.
Even so, it’s beneficial to have working knowledge of Louisiana personal injury laws for yourself, too. The more you know about what to do in the wake of an accident, the better chance you have at recovering fair compensation in a timely manner.
By knowing what compensation is available to you as an injured pedestrian, you can better protect yourself throughout the claims process. With around 1,400 pedestrian accidents per year in Louisiana, it’s important to know your rights.
What Compensation Can Pedestrians Recover After a Louisiana Accident?
The compensation available to pedestrians after an accident depends mostly on the scope of their injuries and the strength of the claim they submit. Under Louisiana law, you can recover economic and non-economic damages through a personal injury claim after a pedestrian accident.
This covers direct and abstract losses, including:
- Disability
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Medical bills
- Pain and suffering
Typically, damages are not capped in pedestrian accident cases unless you’re filing against a government entity. For example, if the city is to blame for an accident due to poor infrastructure, you can expect non-economic damages to be limited to $500,000. Economic damages depend on the actual monetary value of your losses.
Pedestrians do not need to have valid insurance in order to recover compensation in an accident. Drivers, on the other hand, do. Louisiana operates under a no-pay, no-play rule, which limits recoverable damages for uninsured drivers who are injured in traffic accidents.
Uninsured drivers are not allowed to recover the first $100,000 in bodily injury and property damages. They can also face legal repercussions for not holding the proper minimum insurance.
Hire a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer You Can Trust
The wake of a pedestrian accident can be stressful and overwhelming. Unfortunately, it’s important to keep a level head and gather as much information as you can right away in order to protect yourself and your rights to recover fair compensation.
Fortunately, you don’t have to do anything by yourself. In fact, it’s recommended that you hire a pedestrian accident lawyer to evaluate the case and help you recover the damages you’re rightfully owed.
Ron Austin Law has been navigating pedestrian accident cases throughout southeast Louisiana since 1995. Our skilled attorneys bring 88+ years combined experience to the table, settling personal injury claims in and out of the courtroom. We’re comfortable navigating cases through the 2nd Parish Court and 24th Judicial District Court.
We’re proud to be a nationally recognized leader in personal injury and mass torts that has settled thousands of cases over the years. Our team has recovered more than $1 billion for our clients, and we’re just getting started.* If you’re ready to talk to an attorney about your case, reach out to set up an initial consultation with a member of our team today.
*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.
**Awards and recognition are not guarantees of future results. Selection criteria vary by organization.
