On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Oct 23, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Fall has some of the best weather you will ever see in North Louisiana. While Ouachita Parish doesn’t get the colorful foliage the residents in the more northern states enjoy in autumn, the sunny, milder days and cool nights bring welcome relief to those who are ready...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Oct 10, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Semitrucks are large and heavy vehicles that can cause serious injuries to passengers of smaller vehicles in a crash. All drivers must ensure that they’re operating their vehicles safely, especially when they’re around big rigs. The truckers must also take steps to...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Oct 8, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Traveling in a motor vehicle is an inherently dangerous activity. Even a simple, short trip that you’ve already taken a hundred times can result in a crash due to mechanical issues, mistakes on your part or bad driving habits practiced by someone else. Given...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Sep 14, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
It’s an important milestone when your teenager passes their driving test. They are one step further down the road to independence. The relief that you no longer have to shuttle them around is offset by the worry that grips you every time they head out of the driveway....
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Sep 11, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Anyone riding in a motor vehicle takes their life in their hands when they get behind the wheel. However, motorcyclists are at even more risk than other drivers on the road. Motorcycles offer less protection in the event of a crash and are often less visible to people...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Aug 26, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
There are countless potential risks on the road. Anything from freak weather occurrences to mechanical failure could result in a car crash. However, most of the time, the causes of crashes are far more ordinary and predictable. Quite a few of the motor vehicle...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Aug 19, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Whether the law requires it, it is generally a good idea to wear a helmet while riding your motorcycle in Louisiana. Doing so may help you avoid a serious injury or even dying in a crash. Here is a closer look at what you need to know about choosing a helmet. Consider...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Aug 5, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
After an accident, you are likely shaken up and trying to handle what has happened. If your vehicle is not running, you may need to get a tow truck to haul it away. Due to your distraction, you may be unaware that the tow truck you called is about to lead to a scam....
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Jul 28, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
A motorcycle helmet is probably the single most important piece of safety equipment for anyone riding on or driving a motorcycle. In the event of a crash, that helmet protects your head from the trauma of impact and from road rash and other serious injuries. Louisiana...
On behalf of Downs Law Firm | Jul 16, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Today’s commercial trucks sometimes weigh 80,000 pounds or more, so it takes more to slow and stop them than it does a traditional passenger vehicle. Most modern trucks now rely on air brake systems, which rely on air to function, rather than a hydraulic system. While...
