Category: Truck Accident

Do I Need a Lawyer After an Accident With a Commercial Truck?

A serious truck crash can change your life. Medical bills start piling up, work becomes impossible, and the recovery process can feel overwhelming. If you are dealing with injuries after a collision with a commercial […]

Common Medical Treatments After a Vehicle Accident: What Injured Drivers Should Expect

After a crash, the first hours and days can feel like a blur, leaving you to face pain, ER visits, unanswered questions, and insurance calls before you’ve even processed what happened. Medical care often starts […]

What Should I Do if I’m Involved in a Big Truck Accident?

Truck accidents are some of the most serious crashes on the road. Because commercial trucks are so large and heavy, collisions often result in severe injuries, extensive property damage, and long recovery times. These accidents […]

The Common Causes of Big Truck Accidents

Every day, thousands of commercial trucks travel Louisiana’s highways, transporting goods through major corridors like I-10, I-12, and I-20. While these massive vehicles keep our economy moving, at Dudley DeBosier, our truck accident attorneys know […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Lafayette, LA?

According to data compiled by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), 40,901 deaths from motor vehicle crashes were recorded in 2023, with 811 fatality crashes in Louisiana which is about 17.7 deaths per 100,000 […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Shreveport, LA?

According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau population estimates, Shreveport is home to 187,593 inhabitants, making it the third most populous city in Louisiana behind Baton Rouge and New Orleans. It forms the western half […]

The 100 Deadliest Days of Summer

The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known for road trips, vacations, and long days spent outside. But it’s also the most dangerous time on Louisiana roads, especially for teen drivers. These summer […]

Auto Accident Report Identifies Most Dangerous Baton Rouge Zip Codes

BATON ROUGE, La. (May 28, 2025) — Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers has released a comprehensive research report analyzing car accident trends across the Baton Rouge area. According to the findings, the 70805 zip code recorded […]

Driver Fatigue: A Leading Cause of Truck Accidents in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge is not just the capital of Louisiana; it is also a pivotal hub for transportation as a node connecting various parts of the country. Nestled on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River, […]

The Dangers of Semi-Truck Debris on Louisiana Highways

Originally published October 11, 2021. If you’ve ever driven on a highway, you’ve probably seen chunks of tires on the road. You may be worried they’ll damage your car or cause an accident, and your […]

How Can I Prove the Truck Driver Who Hit Me Was Intoxicated?

Driving while under the influence is an unfortunately common occurrence in Louisiana. In 2022, there were 11,256 DWIs recorded in the state, with 6,835 of those having drivers with a blood alcohol level (BAC) over […]

The Impact of Louisiana’s “No-Zone” Laws on Truck Accident Claims

Truck accidents are among the most catastrophic incidents that can occur on the roads. Due to their size and weight, commercial trucks can cause significant damage to other vehicles, property, and people. In Louisiana, as […]

4 Tips for a Successful Baton Rouge Truck Accident Lawsuit

Semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and tractor-trailers are used throughout the United States to deliver food, gas, medical supplies, and other much needed goods. Most truck drivers do their job very well and provide a valuable service. But […]

Merging Drivers DON’T Have the Right-of-Way on the Highway!

It’s a common misconception that merging drivers automatically have the right-of-way on the highway. All drivers in Louisiana can benefit from understanding the rules of merging on the road to ensure safe and smooth traffic […]

Was the Truck That Hit You Crossing State Lines? Why It’s Important to Know.

Large trucks account for only 4% of registered vehicles in the United States, but are involved in 9% of fatal crashes. The number of people injured in crashes with big trucks has been on an […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in New Orleans, LA?

New Orleans is Louisiana’s most populous municipality, with a population of 383,997 as of the latest U.S. Census Bureau statistics. Although New Orleans isn’t in the top 50 largest cities in the United States, it […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Houma, LA?

Home to a population of 33,406, Houma is located about 60 miles southwest of New Orleans. It is part of the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux metropolitan area, which includes 20 communities in the Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes. […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Denham Springs, LA?

Navigating an intersection can be challenging due to drivers approaching from multiple directions and at different speeds. According to the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, over 50% of all crashes occur at or near intersections. In […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Baton Rouge, LA?

With a population of 227,470, Baton Rouge is the second most populous city in Louisiana behind New Orleans and, as of 2022, the 103rd largest city in the United States. The INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard […]

The Importance of a Pre-trip Inspection for 18-wheelers

There are many reasons pre-trip inspections are a must for 18-wheelers. First of all, it’s the law. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) states that the inspection must occur before each haul in the […]

Be Extra Cautious on Roads This Labor Day

Louisiana celebrates Labor Day with major events like the Southern Decadence festival and the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival. These activities draw large crowds onto Louisiana’s streets, increasing the number of auto accidents. According to […]

The First 6 Things to Do After a Personal Injury Accident in New Orleans

Being involved in an accident can be a frightening and confusing experience. Whether it’s a motor vehicle accident, slip and fall accident, a construction accident, or any other type of accident, there’s no doubt that […]

Most Dangerous Roads in Baton Rouge

If you’re local to Baton Rouge, you’ve likely become familiar with the city’s traffic. In fact, Baton Rouge traffic is the fourth WORST in the United States, behind Los Angeles, New York and Miami only, […]

Who is At Fault in a Pileup?

Car accidents involving multiple drivers and vehicles are called pileups. They happen more frequently on highways and the interstate, where motorists are traveling at higher speeds. Many times drivers don’t have enough time to maneuver […]

Why Are There More Truck Accidents in the Summertime?

Sharing the road with large trucks is a daily occurrence for most people. But when the mercury rises, so does the number of truck accidents on Louisiana roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety […]

How to Safely Share the Road with 18-Wheelers

There are few feelings more terrifying than being boxed in by semi-trucks on the highway. After all, when big trucks and cars collide, things often don’t end well for the occupants of the passenger vehicles. […]

What Are the Most Dangerous Roads in Louisiana?

Every time you get behind the wheel of your car, you face the risk of being in an accident. As your mom or dad probably told you when you were first learning how to drive, […]

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Truck Crash?

Getting the compensation you need to fix your car and, more importantly, pay your hospital bills, is never easy after a crash. It seems like the insurance company is always trying to shortchange you. And […]

Facts About Road Rage

Americans today are more stressed than ever, and sometimes that spills over into the way they drive. Road rage is a growing epidemic on roadways in Louisiana and throughout the country, and it’s making highways […]

What to Expect: Truck Accident Claims

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, big trucks were involved in 107,000 injury-causing accidents and 4,657 fatal accidents in 2017 alone. Because of their weight and size, semi-trucks can cause significant damage to […]

The Dangers of Drowsy Driving

Speeding, driving while distracted, and driving while intoxicated are well known as some of the most common causes of auto accidents. But sleep-deprivation—a condition that affects millions of Americans—may be just as dangerous as those […]

Post-Auto Accident Checklist

Railroad Crossing Safety: What to Know

After a spike in fatal accidents involving passenger vehicles and trains in 2016, the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission began re-emphasizing the dangers associated with railroad crossings and the need for drivers to make smarter decisions […]