Monroe streets are surprisingly congested compared to those of similar-sized cities. Interstate 20 carries passengers and commercial vehicles through Monroe to local and faraway areas.
Some Monroe car accidents are minor fender benders that cause only minor damage, while others result in fatalities and severe injuries.
Any type of car accident can leave a vehicle occupant with significant injuries. When another party’s negligence causes your injuries, you deserve to be compensated for your damages.
One of the first things you should do after a car accident is to consult an experienced Monroe car accident attorney.
The Monroe personal injury attorneys at Babcock Injury Lawyers have protected the rights of car accident victims for over twenty years and have a proven record of recovering the maximum compensation possible.
If you have been injured in a Monroe car accident caused by another party’s negligence, we want to help you get the justice you deserve.
Call (318) 301-6535 or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
Why You Should Choose Babcock Injury Lawyers for Your Monroe Car Accident Case
- We have more than 20 years of experience handling personal injury claims and have obtained more than $100 million in compensation for our clients.
- We understand how car accident cases work and will work tirelessly to build you the strongest possible case for full and fair compensation.
- Our team has exceptional negotiation and trial skills and will not back down from a challenge. If you are not offered a fair settlement, we will fight fiercely in trial to get you the maximum possible compensation.
- We understand that you may not be able to make it into our office due to injuries, so we offer home and hospital visits as well as virtual meetings to ensure you get the service you deserve.
Common Causes of Monroe Car Accidents
Car accidents have numerous causes. Some of the most common causes of Monroe car accidents include:
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Distracted driving
- Aggressive driving
- Tailgating
- Speeding
- Defective road design or inadequately maintained roads
Additionally, Louisville Avenue, Highway 165, North 18th Street, and Forsythe Avenue are known for frequent bumper-to-bumper traffic and are the sites of numerous Monroe accidents.
Determining and proving the cause is more complex than it seems. When Babcock Injury Lawyers take a case, we immediately investigate the accident to determine all possible causes and potentially liable parties to maximize your compensation.
We also take prompt action to protect essential evidence before it is destroyed, lost, or diminished. Our team works hard to discover and gather the strongest evidence to build your case.
Liability in Monroe Car Accidents
In a successful personal injury car accident claim, you must prove certain legal elements:
- The defendant owed you a duty of care. All drivers owe a duty of care to operate, control, and use their vehicles reasonably and to maintain a proper lookout for hazards that might pose an unreasonable risk of harm.
- The defendant breached that duty of care by negligent, reckless, or intentional actions or inactions.
- The defendant’s breach of duty caused your injuries.
- You suffered actual damages due to the defendant’s breach of duty.
You should know that even if you are partially at fault in the accident, you may still be able to recover damages from the other at-fault parties.
For crashes on or after Jan. 1, 2026, if you are 51% or more at fault, you generally cannot recover damages; if you are 50% or less at fault, your damages are reduced by your percentage. For older crashes, different rules may apply.
Our attorneys work tirelessly to avoid or minimize any fault assigned to you and to maximize your compensation. Additionally, if you’ve been injured in an accident due to the negligence of a truck driver, a Monroe truck accident lawyer can help you receive the compensation you deserve.
Contact a Monroe Car Accident Lawyer
If you have been injured in a car accident, consult an experienced and skilled Monroe car accident attorney.
The attorneys at Babcock Injury Lawyers have the skills, resources, and experience to protect your rights and help you recover the full value of your claim.
Call (318) 301-6535 or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. We look forward to meeting you, answering your questions, and explaining your rights. If we represent you, we will fight to recover every dollar you deserve.