Louisiana Personal Injury Blog

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | March 14, 2025 | Brain Injuries

When you take a blow to the head, it has the potential to change your life in an instant. Injuries can range from mild concussions to severe brain damage, and symptoms aren’t always immediately obvious. If you suffer blunt force head trauma, knowing what it is, how it happens, and how to respond can make… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | March 3, 2025 | Personal Injury

Many people only become interested in laws when they need the protection or relief offered by the law, or they are accused of breaking the law and need to defend themselves. However, some laws in Louisiana can be very entertaining to read.  Our Lafayette personal injury lawyers share 15 weird laws in Louisiana that may… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | February 27, 2025 | Personal Injury

Personal injury cases can be stressful and overwhelming. Whether you’ve been in a car accident, injured at work, or hurt due to someone else’s negligence, understanding how personal injury settlements work is essential.  Many people wonder: What is the average personal injury settlement amount? While there’s no simple answer, several factors can affect how much… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | February 24, 2025 | Product Liability

More than 100,000 Roundup lawsuits have been filed alleging exposure to Roundup weed killer increased a person’s chances of developing cancer. As of February 2024, the Roundup Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) in the Northern District of California had 4,414 cases pending. Additionally, another 54,000 cases are still pending in state courts. Bayer has settled thousands of… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | February 14, 2025 | Car Accident

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an average of over 1,000 fatalities that occur each year as a result of traffic accidents in the U.S. affect children ages 14 and younger, while an additional 150,000+ same-age children suffer injuries. Some of these accident injuries and fatalities involved improperly or unrestrained child passengers…. read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | February 12, 2025 | Personal Injury

Research shows that football players can experience up to 1,400 hard hits to the head in a single season, including practice. Most of these hits can seem minor at the time and are often considered just part of the game. However, any head injury can contribute to long-term problems, and it’s vital for players and… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | February 7, 2025 | Personal Injury

For those injured on the job in Louisiana, workers’ compensation benefits are a crucial part of recovery. If you’ve been hurt at work, you can experience financial hardships due to missed work and unexpected medical bills. Workers’ compensation helps employees get their lives back on track after becoming injured or ill through their employment.  What… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | January 9, 2025 | Truck Accidents

Self-driving trucks are changing how goods move across America. In 2021, there were 168.6 million trucks on U.S. roads, almost twice as many as in 2000. The current rise of autonomous trucks, therefore, comes at a critical time for the transportation industry. According to McKinsey research, the autonomous truck market could reach $600 billion by… read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | December 12, 2024 | Maritime Accidents

Trade jobs like welding offer an attractive career path for those uninterested in pursuing a college degree, with on-the-job training through an apprenticeship that allows you to earn while you learn. Those who specialize in underwater welding stand to make a good living working in marine construction, shipbuilding and repair, or offshore oil and gas…. read more

Kenny Habetz Injury Law | November 26, 2024 | Car Accident

Many Lafayette drivers have questions about traffic and red light cameras. Here’s what residents should know about these automated enforcement systems and how they affect traffic safety in the community. The Eye in the Sky: How Traffic Cameras Work Lafayette’s traffic camera program uses automated systems to detect and photograph vehicles that run red lights… read more