Average Neck and Back Injury Results From Car Accidents
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | July 24, 2023 | Car Accident
Neck and back injuries in car wrecks are an unfortunately common occurrence. As many as 800,000 of these potentially debilitating injuries happen each year in the United States. A back or neck injury can result not only in significant pain but also several weeks or months of time lost to healing and recovery. A simple… read more
Personal Injury Settlements: Myths Vs. Reality
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | July 18, 2023 | Personal Injury
Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation surrounding personal injury cases, which can make it difficult for accident victims to have a good understanding of their legal rights and options. A personal injury lawyer from Kenny Habetz Injury Law can dispel these common myths and tell you the real deal. Continue reading this blog post… read more
Why Do Rear-End Collisions Happen and Who’s to Blame?
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | June 28, 2023 | Car Accident
Rear-end collisions can cause serious injuries, including whiplash, broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and more. These are some of the most common accidents, and each year, thousands of people are injured in rear-end crashes. But what causes these accidents, and can they be prevented? The good news is that, by following a few simple safety… read more
Is Lane Splitting Legal in Louisiana?
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | June 27, 2023 | Louisiana Law
In crowded cities, you might find that a bicycle or motorcycle is a more convenient means of travel than a car or SUV. The small size of these modes of transportation means that they can go places that larger vehicles cannot, including between lanes of travel. The practice of driving between larger vehicles that are… read more
7 Common Motorcycle Crashes in Louisiana and How to Avoid Them
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | June 26, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
The warm weather in Louisiana means that motorcycles are a common sight on the highways and back-country roads all throughout the year. If you are an avid motorcycle rider or just a “weekend warrior” hobby rider, knowing how to stay safe while riding is important. Motorcyclists lack the protective metal body of a car or… read more
How Safe Are Motor Scooters in Lafayette?
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | June 3, 2023 | Scooter Accidents
Lafayette, LA, has a population of around 121,000 residents, making it the fourth-largest city in the state of Louisiana. The city offers residents and visitors a range of sights and activities. Many people decide to enjoy the city with the freedom provided by a motor scooter. Like any other city, Lafayette experiences varying degrees of… read more
How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated?
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | May 27, 2023 | Personal Injury
“Pain and suffering” are a form of non-economic damages that compensate you for the physical pain you might experience after a car accident, for example, or a workplace accident. Naturally, it is difficult to place a dollar value on something so intangible as pain. Nevertheless, people do it every day, both in and out of… read more
What Does Yielding the Right of Way Mean?
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | May 26, 2023 | Car Accident
When drivers cross paths, the right-of-way rules come into play. These rules determine who may go first. They also dictate who must yield by slowing down or stopping to allow the other driver to proceed. Failing to yield when required can result in severe consequences. Some resultant car accidents are minor fender benders. Others involve… read more
How to Write a Settlement Demand Letter in Louisiana
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | May 25, 2023 | Personal Injury
Insurance companies pay most personal injury claims, especially in vehicle accident cases. The great majority of personal injury cases settle out of court after a period of negotiation. The most common way to kick off negotiations with an insurance company is by sending a settlement demand letter. Preliminary Matters Before Sending a Demand Letter or… read more
Difference Between Slip & Fall and Trip & Fall Accidents
Kenny Habetz Injury Law | April 15, 2023 | Slip and Fall Accidents
Most of us are familiar with a slip and fall or trip and fall accident, and those terms are often used interchangeably in personal injury cases. It’s important to know the distinction between the two if you have fallen through no fault of your own. Do You Know the Difference Between a Trip and Fall… read more