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Louisiana Negligence Laws<\/h1>\n
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You were just changing lanes on I-49 and then bang, a speeding car in the lane next to you hits your truck. Who is at fault for the accident, and are they liable for your injuries and damage to your vehicle? And if you file a lawsuit, how does the claim work?<\/p>\r\n

Here is a brief overview of negligence laws in Louisiana.<\/p>\r\n

General Negligence Law<\/h2>\r\n

There are several elements of a negligence case<\/a> you must prove in court in order for your negligence claim to be successful:<\/p>\r\n