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Louisiana Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Hit by a car while walking in Louisiana? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: Moderate
Filing Deadline: 1 year
Fatality Rate: 3.2 per 100k
1 year
Statute of Limitations
150+
Annual Fatalities
3.2 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Louisiana Crosswalk Laws

Moderate Pedestrian Protections

Pedestrians have right-of-way in crosswalks. Drivers must yield. New Orleans has special pedestrian zones.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians must obey traffic signals and use crosswalks.

Louisiana Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 1 year

In Louisiana, you have 1 year from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit. This is one of the shortest deadlines—act immediately!

Fault System: Pure comparative fault

Louisiana uses pure comparative fault. You can recover damages even if partially at fault, reduced by your percentage of fault.

Minimum Insurance

Louisiana requires minimum coverage of $15,000/$30,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Louisiana

New Orleans Broad Street
Baton Rouge Florida Boulevard
Airline Highway

What Makes Louisiana Unique

  • Only 1 year statute of limitations - ACT FAST
  • New Orleans French Quarter pedestrian-heavy
  • High uninsured driver rate

Cities We Serve in Louisiana

New Orleans
LA
Baton Rouge
LA
Shreveport
LA
Lafayette
LA

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