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Whether you are commuting down I-10, driving through Lakeview, or navigating the busy streets of Downtown, a collision with a massive 18-wheeler or commercial vehicle is a terrifying experience. Your first steps are crucial to your health and your case.
Ensure you are safe and that anyone else in the vehicle is not severely harmed. Due to the massive size and weight disparity between commercial trucks and passenger cars, injuries are often severe.
Dial 911 immediately. Louisiana legislation requires that you submit a crash report for any accident involving injuries, death, or property damages in excess of $100.
Take photos and videos of the damage to all vehicles, their exact positions after the impact, license plates, and any visible commercial logos or DOT numbers on the truck. Get names and contact information for any witnesses.
Do not admit fault or give recorded statements to the trucking company’s insurance adjusters. They are actively looking for ways to diminish your claim.
Contact our personal injury lawyers immediately. We will step in to protect your rights, deal with the adjusters, and ensure critical evidence—like the truck’s “black box” data and the driver’s logbooks—is preserved.
A longshoreman was injured while working on the Mississippi River. The gentleman was struck in the head by an improperly welded metal plate resulting in neck injuries and requiring surgery. We were able to recover past and future lost wages for him.
A longshoreman was injured while working on the Mississippi River. The gentleman was struck in the head by an improperly welded metal plate resulting in neck injuries and requiring surgery. We were able to recover past and future lost wages for him.
A 35-year-old man was rear-ended while driving his vehicle on Interstate 10, suffering a severe lumbar spine injury that required surgery to repair. The injury and resulting disability prevented him from returning to his prior occupation.
New Orleans' unique infrastructure—from the elevated interstates to the tight, historic city streets—creates specific hazards for massive commercial vehicles. The most common causes of collisions we investigate include:
Shorter delivery deadlines mean long hours. Despite federal limits on driving times, many commercial drivers are pressured to push through exhaustion.
A sudden stop or sharp turn on a New Orleans overpass can cause unsecured freight to shift, leading to devastating rollovers or jackknife accidents.
Commercial fleets take a beating. Worn brake pads or blown tires on a vehicle weighing up to 80,000 pounds can cause catastrophic rear-end collisions.
18-wheelers have massive blind spots. If a driver shifts lanes without double-checking their mirrors, smaller passenger vehicles can easily be crushed or run off the road.
If you or someone you know has been injured in an 18-wheeler or commercial accident, the attorneys at Breaux Law Firm are the best option for you, and here’s why:
Being in a trucking accident is scary enough, and dealing with the aftermath can be exhausting. Getting back on your feet should be hassle-free. If you call us and we determine, together, that you have a case, we’ll immediately begin fighting on your behalf to make the responsible parties do what is right. We do not stop fighting for you until you receive all you’re owed. By hiring a New Orleans truck accident lawyer from Breaux Law Firm to represent you for your 18-wheeler or commercial accident, you can expect a clear legal explanation of your case and an honest assessment of the case’s merits. We can help you get through this difficult time and ensure you’re taken care of emotionally, physically, and financially.
Being in a trucking accident is scary enough, and dealing with the aftermath can be exhausting. When you are going up against massive freight corporations or commercial delivery companies, you need someone in your corner who genuinely cares about your well-being.
We are a family-run business led by father-son team Darryl and Evan Breaux. We are not a billboard firm from out of state; we know the local roads, the local courts, and the people of New Orleans. We fight for you as if we were fighting for one of our own family members.
Commercial vehicles are not just 18-wheelers. They include buses, delivery vans, tow trucks, and multi-axle vehicles used for business. We understand the complex Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations that govern weight limits, driver hours, and maintenance requirements.
By hiring Breaux Law Firm, you can expect an honest assessment of your case's merits and a clear legal explanation of the process. We have a policy of open communication, and we are always available to discuss your case.
Under Louisiana Civil Code Article 2320, trucking companies and employers can be held independently liable for their drivers' negligence. We look at every angle to maximize your compensation.
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Darryl M. Breaux, the founder of the law office of Breaux Law Firm, is a proud lifelong New Orleanian. He has been married for over thirty-two years and has two children, one of whom is an attorney at Breaux Law Firm.
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Evan Breaux joined Breaux Law Firm in 2017, thus establishing one of New Orleans’ only father-son personal injury law firms. Evan is a defender of justice, an advocate dedicated to helping people who are victims of unfair circumstances.
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A lifelong New Orleanian, Scot Koloski brings over 25 years of legal experience to Breaux Law Firm. His career is built on a deep-rooted commitment to the people of this city and a relentless drive to be a steady voice for those navigating the aftermath of a life-altering accident.
In Louisiana, according to the Civil Code Article 3492, the statute of limitations applicable to motor vehicle claims is one year from the date of the accident, so don’t wait! If the suit is filed after the deadline, it can be dismissed.
However, it’s always a good idea to seek legal advice, as there are exceptions in which the statute of limitations may be halted and the deadline for filing a claim extended.
Reach out to Breaux Law Firm and get dedicated help at every step of your case from the top trucking accident injury attorneys in New Orleans. We’ve won numerous truck and commercial vehicle court cases for our clients. No stone is left unturned in fighting for your case and obtaining the compensation you deserve. You’re not alone in this fight. The qualified truck accident lawyers in New Orleans are just a phone call away. Let us handle your case and get you what you deserve.
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We don't get paid until you do. We work on a “contingency fee arrangement,” meaning our fee is taken out of the total amount of money recovered once your case is settled. Your initial consultation is completely free.
The short answer is YES. If you’re the owner or the driver of the motor vehicle you were in at the time of the accident and neither you nor the vehicle you were driving has automobile insurance, then the adverse insurance company will get a credit for the first $15,000 in damages that they would have otherwise owed you, as described below. If you were a passenger in a vehicle where neither it nor its driver has insurance, you will still be able to recover, because you’re not the owner nor the operator of the uninsured vehicle. The attorneys at Breaux Law Firm stay informed on all laws involving insurance and the other legal areas we practice. We take the guesswork out of Louisiana state laws, and guide you through the process of recovering the compensation you deserve.
“There shall be no recovery for the first fifteen thousand dollars of bodily injury and no recovery for the first twenty-five thousand dollars of property damage based on any cause or right of action arising out of a motor vehicle accident, for such injury or damages occasioned by an owner or operator of a motor vehicle involved in such accident who fails to own or maintain compulsory motor vehicle liability security.
La. Stat. Ann. § 32:866
Breaux Law Firm is licensed to practice law throughout the state of Louisiana. However, Breaux Law Firm, in conjunction with other respected attorneys, has also represented clients from many other states, including Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, Illinois, California, and more.
Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., excluding holidays. Our office is located at 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 1820, Metairie, LA 70005. You’ll find plenty of parking available in our visitor parking lot, along with a wheelchair-accessible ramp. Of course, you can always reach us through our 24-hour phone line at (504) 914-7779.
NO, YOU DO NOT. We don’t get paid until you do. The vast majority of the time, the conscientious attorneys at Breaux Law Firm will be able to let you know if your case is likely to succeed at the FREE initial consultation. If the case doesn’t work out, you owe us nothing and we will bear our own costs.
In Louisiana, you have ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT to file a lawsuit to recover damages due to an accident; this concept is known as the statute of limitations or prescriptive period. Once your accident occurs, the clock starts ticking. The attorneys at Breaux Law Firm stay informed on all laws involving injury law, as well as the other legal areas we practice. We know that legal language can be confusing and hard to understand, as you can see below, so we work hard to make the process of filing a claim as easy and positive as possible.
“Delictual actions are subject to a liberative prescription of one year. This prescription commences to run from the day injury or damage is sustained.”
La. Civ. Code Ann. art. 3492
YES, the law office of Breaux Law Firm works with all types of medical providers and will assist you in obtaining the medical care that you need for your injuries.
There are several ways to take care of your property damage after an accident. The most common way is to make a claim against the liable insurance company which covered the at-fault party at the time of the accident. After making a claim against the liable insurance company, the liable insurance company is supposed to appraise the damage to your vehicle by sending an appraiser to inspect the vehicle wherever it’s located. Within a reasonable time, the liable insurance company is supposed to make a liability determination. If the insurance company accepts liability, they will put you in a rental car and arrange for your vehicle to be repaired. You’re entitled to a rental car, paid for by the liable insurance company, until your car is fixed and ready for you to pick up. The liability insurance company must adjust the property damage within thirty (30) days of their receiving a satisfactory proof of loss. The attorneys at Breaux Law Firm stay informed on all laws involving insurance and the other legal areas we practice, translating confusing legal jargon, as you see below, into clear guidance for our clients.
“All insurers shall make a written offer to settle any property damage claim, including a third-party claim, within thirty days after receipt of satisfactory proofs of loss of that claim.”
La. Stat. Ann. § 22:1892
In Louisiana, you generally have ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT to file a lawsuit to recover damages. This is known as the statute of limitations (liberative prescription). The clock starts ticking immediately, so it is vital to contact a lawyer as soon as possible before evidence disappears.
No. Insurance companies and trucking corporations want to settle quickly and cheaply. They know you are vulnerable and facing medical bills. Never accept an initial offer or sign any documents without consulting a personal injury attorney who can calculate the true, long-term cost of your injuries.
This is very common. Sometimes accidents are caused by the trucking company's independent negligence, such as forcing drivers to work beyond legal hours, failing to train them, or neglecting vehicle maintenance. Louisiana law allows us to hold employers liable for the negligence of their employees while on the job.
We will make a claim against the liable insurance company that covered the at-fault commercial vehicle. The insurance company must adjust the property damage within thirty (30) days of receiving satisfactory proof of loss. If they accept liability, they are responsible for your vehicle repairs and providing a rental car in the meantime.
