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Posted By Ed Womac 4-Aug-2017

Drowsy Driving a Type of Impaired Driving | New Orleans Car Accident Attorney

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 1 in 25 adult drivers reported falling asleep while driving in the 30 days before they were questioned. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) also ...

Posted By Ed Womac 16-Jun-2017

Womac Wins! $500,000 for a 61 year old female client who was injured in an accident

Womac Wins! Our Womac win today is $500,000! We recently represented a 61 year old female client who was injured when a vehicle changed lanes and struck her vehicle on the passenger side. She underwent lumbar surgery for her injuries. We went through ...

Posted By Ed Womac 28-Apr-2017

PA Insurance Company Releases List of 10 Causes of Driver Distraction

Driver distraction has long been known as a leading cause of car accidents in both the United States and the rest of the world. By some estimates, it is believed to be a significant factor in nearly half of all traffic collisions. According to ...

Posted By Ed Womac 10-Mar-2017

Car Accidents on the Rise Due to Distracted Driving

According to the National Safety Council, fatal vehicle crashes are at an all-time high, with the year 2016 having the highest number of car crashes the nation has seen in the past decade. In 2016, the number of fatalities increased by approximately ...

Posted By Ed Womac 27-Jan-2017

Careless Driving Habits That Can Increase the Risk of Accidents

Many of us encounter careless drivers every day while we are out on the roads. But even some of the most “minor” careless driving habits can end up causing serious crashes. Careless driving habits not only cost drivers thousands of ...

Posted By Ed Womac 19-Dec-2016

The Most Common Holiday-Related Accidents (and How to Avoid Them)

Now that December has arrived and the holidays are in full swing, safety habits may not be the first thing on your mind. While this can be a time of joy and celebration, if you are not careful you may end up with a serious injury. However, once you ...

Posted By Ed Womac 15-Dec-2016

Driving and Parking Lot Safety

It may come as a surprise, but a parking lot is one of the most common places for car accidents. Between the increased number of pedestrians as well as motorists who are backing out of spots, it can be a hazardous environment. Throw in a rush of ...

Posted By Womac Law Firm 15-Nov-2013

Save a Life: Don't Text and Drive

Auto accidents from distracted drivers have increased significantly in recent years. Some common driver distractions are cell phone use, using a navigation system, grooming, reading, eating, anything that distracts the driver from their primary ...

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