Baton Rouge Texting While Driving Accidents
Baton Rouge Car Accident Attorney
Driver distraction has become a major contributing factor in traffic collisions because of the wide use of electronic devices while driving. The issue has prompted the government to take preventative action by imposing significant fines for individuals who violate the law and use hand held devices while operating a motor vehicle. In particular, texting while driving is a problem for law enforcement and insurance companies because that behavior causes many costly auto accidents that result in property damage, serious injuries and fatalities.
Victims of accidents caused by a driver texting while driving should contact me, Beau Layfield, Baton Rouge injury lawyer of The Layfield Law Firm, LLC for legal advice regarding the appropriate steps to take toward seeking monetary compensation for accident injuries. The Layfield Law Firm is experienced in representing clients injured in all types of car, truck and motorcycle accidents caused by distracted drivers. The Layfield Law Firm, LLC understands the difficulties that an injured victim experiences following an accident and the importance of providing professional services on a personal level. The Layfield Law Firm will pay close attention and carefully manage your claim through to resolution.
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The youngest and least experienced teenage drivers comprise the major group that texts while driving, which can cause traffic accidents. A driver who is not looking at the road but instead operating a cell phone or other electronic device does not have his or her attention focused on driving safely. A distracted driver may not see another vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle or road hazard until it is too late to avoid an accident. The impact can be significant if the driver cannot brake in time and the injuries to others are often catastrophic or very serious.
A driver who is negligent, careless or reckless and causes an accident with injuries or deaths may be responsible to the victims for damages that can include compensation for the following:
- Loss of income
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
In the case of a fatality, the remaining family members may be eligible for additional compensation for loss of companionship, funeral and burial expenses. It is best to seek competent legal representation following an accident and before settling with an insurance company. The Layfield Law Firm, LLC can ensure the protection of rights to compensation and represent the best interest of the victims at all stages following an accident.
Contact a Baton Rouge car accident attorney at The Layfield Law Firm, LLC if injured in an accident caused by an individual texting while driving.
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How will child support be calculated?Child support is calculated differently depending on the state one resides in, but the general factors taken into consideration by the court when calculating payments include:
- the standard of living of the child prior to the divorce;
- the ability to pay of the parent giving child support;
- the specific needs of the child, including their food, clothing, and educational costs; and
- the needs and income of the custodial parent (the parent with primary custody of the child).
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How will custody of my child be decided?It is possible for you and your spouse to come to a decision regarding child custody without the court intervening.
However, if you and your spouse cannot come to a custody terms agreement, the court will decide for you, and will look at the following:
- the child's gender and age;
- the child's mental and physical health;
- the child's relationship with each parent;
- the parents' respective lifestyles;
- each parent's ability to provide basic necessities for the child, including shelter, food, and clothing; and
- the child's preference (if they are of a certain age).
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Should I take a settlement offer?
It is never a good idea to settle an insurance claim before speaking with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney that has experience with injury accident cases. Insurance companies have tactics they use to deny claims, redirect fault, and withhold available compensation. An insurance claim can be a complicated process and insurance adjusters can be intimidating to accident victims. An insurance company may assert that the injuries are not as serious as claimed, and attempt to settle quickly for a low amount.
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Is adoption a long process?
Each adopted child has different circumstances. There are several types of adoptions that could take place, including a stepparent adoption, a private adoption or a standard adoption. Each has its own specific challenges. With the help of my firm, we will speed the process through the system as quickly as we can so that you can begin your new family and move forward with starting life together.
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Do I have to go to court in order to obtain a divorce?
Filing divorce papers with a court is the only way you will obtain a legal separation from your spouse. This applies to any other form of legal separation, including a marriage annulment. Aside from the divorce decree itself, a court is able to assist in settling other matters related to divorce, which include child custody and the distribution of marital assets.