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Accident help in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette sits where I-10 meets the US-90 corridor and the southern end of I-49, a busy mix of commuters, oilfield trucks, and Acadiana travelers that drives a steady stream of collisions. Injury claims here run through the 15th Judicial District Court, and Louisiana's civil-law system sets a two-year prescriptive deadline to act. If you've been hurt, we can match you with an independent, licensed Louisiana attorney who knows Lafayette Parish.
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Accidents in and around Lafayette
2 years
'Prescriptive period' 2 years as of 2024-07-01 (was 1 year — a major recent change). Uses civil-law terminology.
Pure comparative negligence (civil-law 'delictual' actions)
Accident types we help with in Lafayette
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Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file an injury claim in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the deadline is generally 2 years from the date of the accident. 'Prescriptive period' 2 years as of 2024-07-01 (was 1 year — a major recent change). Uses civil-law terminology. Deadlines are strict — the sooner you act, the more options you have.
Can I recover if the accident was partly my fault?
Louisiana follows this rule: Pure comparative negligence (civil-law 'delictual' actions). Because the answer depends on the details, it's worth talking to an attorney who knows Louisiana law before assuming you have no case.
Does it cost anything to get connected?
No. Getting connected with an attorney through FaultFreeClaims is free and comes with no obligation. We are not a law firm — we connect you with independent, licensed attorneys.
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