Louisiana is a “comparative negligence” state, meaning the injured party may be found partially at fault for the accident. For example, if you are hurt in a car accident where the other motorist ran a stop sign, but you were found to be speeding, you may be found responsible for a percentage of liability for the accident. Your award would then be reduced by the percentage you were found to be at fault.
In Louisiana especially, determining the at-fault parties, who must pay compensation, and how much that compensation is can be complicated. Obtaining the best outcome is often based on experience, knowledge of the law, and negotiating skills. That is why it is so important to find a trusted, knowledgeable attorney who has experience in Louisiana personal injury law right away if you are injured in an accident.