Lafayette Car Accident Lawyer
Attorney Marshall Montgomery
Law Offices of Marshall Montgomery
Attorney Marshall Montgomery represents people injured in automobile accidents in Lafayette and throughout Acadiana, including people dealing with ongoing neck and back pain as well as those who have suffered severe or permanent injuries.
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Why Marshall Montgomery
When you are injured in an automobile accident, who you choose to represent you matters. For more than 35 years, Marshall Montgomery has practiced law, bringing extensive civil litigation and trial experience to every case he handles.
With deep roots in Lafayette, Marshall actively practices in Lafayette and throughout the surrounding Acadiana region. He understands the local legal community and the disruption an automobile accident can cause.
Clients work directly with Marshall throughout the representation. He brings decades of experience to automobile claims involving insurance companies, commercial vehicles, persistent injuries, severe injuries, and litigation.
Lafayette Parish
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Building a strong case requires immediate action, thorough investigation, and uncompromising advocacy.
Investigating fault and liability
Preserving critical evidence
Communicating with insurance companies
Identifying all available insurance coverage
Documenting injuries and damages
Evaluating and building claims
Negotiating settlement
Filing suit when necessary
Preparing cases for trial
Types of Car Accident Cases
Rear-End Collisions
Following distance, distraction, and traffic conditions may affect liability
Intersection Collisions
Signals, signs, visibility, and right-of-way may be disputed
Left-Turn Accidents
Vehicle movements, timing, and visibility may be important evidence
Distracted-Driving Accidents
Phone use and other distractions may require prompt evidence preservation
Hit-and-Run Accidents
Options may exist even when the driver flees
Uninsured/Underinsured Driver Accidents
The actual policy documents determine what coverage may apply
Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Additional parties, policies, and records may be involved
Fatal Accidents / Wrongful Death
Families may have claims depending on the facts and applicable law
Injuries After a Car Accident
A claim does not have to involve a catastrophic injury. Marshall represents people dealing with persistent neck or back pain and other meaningful injuries, as well as those facing severe or permanent harm.
This information is general and is not medical advice.
Car Accidents in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette and Acadiana
Lafayette is part of the South Louisiana region known as Acadiana. In 1971, the Louisiana Legislature formally recognized Acadiana as a 22-parish region reflecting the area’s distinctive Cajun and Acadian heritage. Lafayette Parish is one of those 22 parishes.
Attorney Marshall Montgomery represents people injured in automobile accidents in Lafayette and throughout surrounding Acadiana communities.
Source: Louisiana House of Representatives — Acadiana Delegation
Lafayette drivers regularly travel major corridors including Johnston Street, Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Kaliste Saloom Road, Pinhook Road, Verot School Road, Evangeline Thruway, Interstate 10, and Interstate 49.
Depending on where a crash occurs and which agency has jurisdiction, it may be investigated by the Lafayette Police Department, Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana State Police, or another applicable agency. The process for requesting a report depends on the investigating agency.
Automobile-accident litigation involving Lafayette may proceed in the Fifteenth Judicial District Court when jurisdiction and venue are proper. The proper court depends on the facts, parties, jurisdiction, and Louisiana venue rules.
Mailing Address
PO Box 52364Lafayette, LA 70505
What To Do After a Car Accident
The steps you take immediately following a collision can significantly impact your physical recovery and your legal rights.
Check for Injuries and Call 911
Safety is the priority. Get law enforcement and emergency medical personnel to the scene.
Document the Scene
If safe to do so, take photographs of vehicle damage, road conditions, skid marks, and traffic controls.
Seek Medical Attention
Consider appropriate medical evaluation after a collision, particularly if you are experiencing pain or other symptoms. Some injuries or symptoms may not be immediately apparent.
Be Careful With Recorded Statements
A request for a recorded statement can affect an insurance claim. Consider speaking with an attorney before providing one, particularly to another driver’s insurance company.
Consult an Attorney
Speak with an experienced Lafayette car accident lawyer before accepting any settlement offers.