I have ridden motorcycles since I was young, from a Honda Mini Trail 50 to a Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide. That experience is one reason I take Louisiana’s motorcycle rules seriously. A small mistake that would dent a car can put a rider in the hospital. The rules below are the ones riders and passengers…
Teen drivers do not need a perfect record to become safer. They need practice recognizing the moments when small choices turn into crashes: following too closely in stop-and-go traffic, looking at a phone near an intersection, or carrying too much speed into a wet curve. For families in Baton Rouge, the most useful approach…
This page helps Mardi Gras crash victims understand what to do early, what evidence matters in drunk driving cases, and which Louisiana rules can affect deadlines and fault. Mardi Gras travel can involve crowded streets and late-night traffic. NHTSA tracks thousands of deaths each year from alcohol-impaired crashes. Plan a sober ride before drinking….
On a motorcycle, a short gap in traffic or a patch of loose gravel can leave little room to recover. Before riding, check the bike and your gear. On the road, choose a position and following distance that let you see hazards early and respond without an abrupt maneuver. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
An airbag injury does not necessarily mean the airbag was defective. Deployment itself can cause injuries, while a faulty inflator, counterfeit replacement, or recalled component raises a different question. Medical care and preservation of the vehicle help determine which issue the evidence supports. Tell your provider that the airbag deployed and describe any burns,…