New Orleans DUI Accident Lawyer
Were you injured by a drunk driver in New Orleans, Louisiana? At Mansfield Melancon Injury Lawyers, we have 50 years of combined experience and have recovered tens of millions for our clients. Contact us at (504) 294-3804 for a free consultation.
How Mansfield Melancon Can Help After a DUI Accident in New Orleans
- Investigate the accident and obtain the police report documenting the drunk driving arrest
- Identify all liable parties including the driver and establishments that overserved them (dram shop liability)
- Calculate your full damages including future medical costs
- Negotiate with insurance companies for maximum compensation
- File a lawsuit and pursue punitive damages
Can I Get Punitive Damages in a Louisiana DUI Accident?
Yes. Louisiana law allows punitive damages when a victim is injured by a drunk driver. These are awarded in addition to compensatory damages and are meant to punish the defendant’s reckless conduct and deter similar behavior.
What Damages Are Available?
Victims may recover economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, property damage), non-economic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress), and punitive damages when the driver was intoxicated.
How Long Do I Have to File in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.
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