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Have You Been Hurt by Another's Careless Actions?

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Accidents happen every day, but you shouldn’t have to suffer without compensation when an accident is caused by someone else’s reckless, irresponsible acts. If you’ve been hurt because of someone else’s actions in Ascension Parish, Livingston Parish, or anywhere in Louisiana, our team of Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers at Gauthier Amedee is here to help.

You deserve to be compensated for the harm you’ve suffered, but unfortunately, the legal system can be tricky and complex. You don’t need the stress of trying to figure it all out while you should be focusing on getting well. We’re ready to discuss your legal rights, and we’ll be your Go2Lawyers and make sure you get the compensation you’re entitled to under the law. Call us or fill out our online form for a free, no-risk consultation today!

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Help Is a Call Away

We understand how stressful your situation is. That’s why it’s so easy to get help. Just give us a call at 225-647-1700 for a free consultation.

 

 

You're Entitled to Compensation

If someone else’s recklessness has caused you harm, you deserve to collect compensation by law. Our attorneys work hard for our clients and are ready to be your Go2Lawyers!

There's No Risk to You

The attorneys at Gauthier Amedee work on contingency, which means we don’t get paid if you don’t get paid. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain!

We’re Here for You in This Difficult Time

When you’re hurt in an accident caused by another person’s careless or reckless action, it can completely disrupt your life and peace of mind. You feel angry and betrayed, and you’re terrified about what comes next. You might not be able to work, but you’re still facing piles of medical bills from your injuries. You know you deserve compensation for those losses, but you’re under pressure from the insurance company to sign off on a settlement offer that is less than you deserve.

Our team of Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers has seen many clients in situations like yours, and we understand the emotional harm, loss of comfort, and even inability to enjoy life — all of which is worsened by the physical injuries you face. You just want to focus on getting well again, but the fight for compensation is stress-inducing. That’s why we are here. Our team will be your trusted ally and take over the hard parts so you can focus on recovery. We will fight for your rights, we will take over communication with insurance adjusters, and we’ll be your Go2Lawyers.

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See What Our Clients Have to Say!

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“They are the ultimate in legal representation. All of the staff members have your best interests in mind at all times. Jody Amedee helped me with my case. He just doesn't know the word quit! Everyone in the staff keeps you well informed every step of the way, showing true friendliness and professionalism. I would suggest Gauthier-Amedee to anyone. Just give them your case and relax!”

–Dan B.
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“Landon and his team are truly the best! Landon helped so much through my family’s accident. Very caring and professional team, couldn’t be more pleased.”

–Kaylee M.
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“Gauthier and Amedee are the best lawyers in Ascension Parish and the state of Louisiana.  They treated us with the utmost respect and kept us informed through the whole process.  If you want the best, this is the only place to go. My family thanks you very much for everything.”  

–Brian H.
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“Gauthier Amedee and associates were extremely professional and precise.  A very special thanks to Thomas Klibert who walked me through every step throughout my process.  He answered every question I had without hesitation. I never wondered what was going on with my case; the guidance was abundant.  Thomas was very courteous, diligent and ambitious!!! I would highly recommend Gauthier Amedee!!! Thank you guys again!!!!

–Timeka B.
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“What a fantastic, easy, and stress free process the whole team made for me!! Jody Amedee represented me and TRULY what a blessing and pleasant experience he and the team made it. Would highly recommend for anything!! Lawyer for life!

–Hannah C.
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“Best experience I have ever had with lawyers. Landon and miss Courtney work hard for you and they keep you informed. I will be recommending them to all my family and friends. Thanks for a job well done, Landon"

–Capt. Chris C.
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“Never once did I doubt the quality of service or the work put in by the amazing people at Gauthier Amedee. They treat you better than family and always go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable. Gauthier and Amedee all the way!!!”

–Skyler M.
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“The staff at Gautier and Amedee could not have been more helpful and pleasant to work with during this difficult time. They are always professional and caring.”

–Salvador P.

What Kinds of Injury Cases Do We Handle?

At Gauthier Amedee, we handle all kinds of personal injury cases, and we know the specifics of how to handle each one. If you’ve suffered these or any other kind of injury as a result of someone else’s recklessness, call us today.

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Do I Have a Case?

If you’ve been hurt in an accident that someone else caused, you more than likely have a case and may be entitled to significant compensation. At Gauthier Amedee, we have represented clients suffering from many kinds of injuries, including motor vehicle accidents, birth injuries, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, slip-and-fall accidents, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, and others.

When we review your case, some common things we will establish include:

There is a legal deadline, called the statute of limitations, you have to meet to file your lawsuit to be considered for compensation. In Louisiana, the statute of limitations is one year after the date of the accident. You have to file your claim within one year of your accident or you may lose your rights to compensation.

However, there are exceptions to this deadline. If you are worried about missing the legal deadline for your case, contact us today for a free case review and we will walk you through all of your legal options.

Determining who is legally at fault for an accident is known as negligence. In order to receive compensation, you will need to prove who was negligent for the accident that caused your injury. This means your Baton Rouge personal injury lawyer will need to prove the other person acted in an irresponsible manner, their actions caused the accident, and the accident caused your injury.

After we establish those factors, we will talk about your specific injuries and work to build a case to seek compensation.

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What Kind of Compensation Can I Get?

It’s hard to say what your specific case is worth upfront because every case is unique, and it depends on the specific injuries you have suffered. In general, you may be eligible to seek compensation for a wide range of injuries and resulting expenses. This includes:

  • Doctors visit copays
  • Medication costs
  • Medical procedures
  • Lost wages from time off work
  • Transportation costs to appointments
  • And more

A good injury lawyer will also seek compensation for the other non-financial losses you have suffered from the accident, such as emotional harm, depression and anxiety, loss of comfort and relationships, loss of consortium, loss of enjoyment of life, and more.

What Comes Next?

Our hard-hitting team of Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers will review your case at absolutely no cost to you. You deserve to know all of your legal options, which is why we will review your case in person, over the phone, or on a video call.

Your lawyer will compile all the evidence we need to build the strongest case possible so that you have your best chance at maximum compensation. This includes medical records, witness statements, doctors’ testimonies, and more. We do the work so you can focus on recovering.

Once we build your strongest case possible, we will issue demand letters to the insurance companies and negotiate with the insurance adjuster. This process can be complicated and straining, which is why we take care of it for you while keeping you updated every step of the way.

Personal injury cases rarely have to go to court. We only suggest taking your case to court when the insurance adjuster isn’t offering a fair settlement. We want you to receive the fair settlement you deserve, so if we do have to go to court, we’ll be your Go2Lawyers!

Our goal is to help you recover and move on as quickly as possible. As soon as a settlement is made, our team stays hard at work to ensure you receive your check as quickly as possible.

Were You Hurt by Someone Else’s Carelessness?

Let our Gauthier Amedee team be your Go2Lawyers, today! We will seek maximum compensation and stay by your side every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury

Negligence is the core factor in almost every injury case. It means that you’ll need to prove that the other person acted in a grossly irresponsible way, that this action resulted in the accident, and that the accident is the reason why you got hurt.

You can collect compensation for many things, including medical bills, medication, doctor’s visits, treatment, transportation to treatment, and other procedures, as well as costs for future procedures. You can collect for lost compensation and potential future compensation. You can also collect for invisible damages like stress, pain and suffering, trauma, loss of relationships and comfort, loss of consortium, loss of enjoyment of life, and others. Each case is unique, and your Baton Rouge, LA, personal injury lawyer will discuss yours with you.

Generally not. Your payout is almost always going to be a one-time lump sum. The costs of future medical payments and future lost wages will be estimated into your final settlement, and your personal injury lawyer will negotiate with the other side for a reasonable sum.

While it’s impossible to answer this right out of the gate, it’s true that most cases do not actually end up in court. That’s because it’s much better for all involved to negotiate a settlement that everyone can live with. Going to court will create lots of expenses in terms of court fees, legal fees, and time spent. It’s also an all-or-nothing prospect where you’ll either win or you’ll get nothing. For that reason, negotiation is usually preferable. Sometimes, however, negotiations hit a wall and court is necessary.

Every state has a statute of limitations, or a hard window of time during which you must file your lawsuit in order to have the right to collect damages. In Louisiana, this statute of limitations is one year after the accident. Still, you shouldn’t wait for a year to file. The sooner you file, the better off your case will be.

Proving responsibility in order to seek compensation for your injuries requires three factors that are at the core of almost every injury case.

First, you need to prove that the other party had a duty to act in a safe way, or the way that a normal, reasonable person would act under similar circumstances. Second, you need to show that they failed to act in a reasonable way and that their actions were reckless. Finally, you need to show that their reckless acts directly led to the accident and that you got hurt as a result. These three things might seem simple to demonstrate, but they can quickly become complicated without legal assistance. That’s why you need an experienced Baton Rouge, LA, personal injury lawyer on your side. Let Gauthier Amedee be your Go2Lawyers.

Legally, you don’t need an accident lawyer; you can represent yourself. However, choosing to represent yourself could greatly impact your chances of receiving maximum compensation. First of all, you’re going to be dealing with insurance companies and lawyers on the other side. These lawyers and insurers know how to use the law, and they will look for any excuse to make you look responsible instead of their client. If you defend yourself without a lawyer of your own, you run the risk of losing out on compensation because you lack the legal experience and knowledge the other side will have and use against you.

You need someone in your corner who can fight for your rights and remind the insurance company and courts who is really responsible for your injuries and losses. A personal injury attorney at Gauthier Amedee will your Go2Lawyer and work hard to give you the best chance at receiving compensation.

Often, when you file an injury claim, you will be contacted by an insurance adjuster for the other side within a few days. You are under no obligation to speak with them. In fact, it can be a bad idea to talk to them.

At first, they will act very compassionate and friendly, but be aware that their real job is to get you to sign off on as low an offer as possible. If you don’t do it right away, they will become less friendly. They might even tell you that if you don’t sign, you won’t get anything at all. Instead of talking to them, simply refer them to your personal accident lawyer at Gauthier Amedee. We’ll be your Go2Lawyer against the insurance adjusters.

If you signed insurance paperwork, you may have signed away your rights to further compensation. If you signed an agreement to accept a settlement, it’s more important than ever to contact our personal injury attorneys as soon as possible. There may still be options available, and your initial conversation with us will be completely free with no obligation. Without help, you may be stuck with a very low offer for your injuries. Let the Baton Rouge personal injury lawyers at Gauthier Amedee be your Go2Lawyers and fight for your rights.