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When an injury interrupts your life, the hardest part often isn’t just the physical recovery: it’s the uncertainty. Between medical bills and time away from work, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what comes next.
At the Law Offices of Richard R. Kennedy, we believe every neighbor in Acadia Parish deserves dedicated legal advocacy right here at home. We take the pressure off your shoulders by handling the insurance details and pursuing the full support you need to rebuild.
You focus on healing. We’ll take care of the rest. Reach out today for a quiet, no-pressure conversation about your options.
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We take cases of every size, from a $1.7 million jury verdict to a $15,000 sideswipe claim we did not think twice about accepting. Here is a sample of results from our firm’s practice across Acadiana:
| Outcome | Case Type |
| Over $3 million | Truck and bicyclist collision, traumatic brain injury |
| $1.7 million jury verdict | Collision between two 18-wheelers |
| $325,000 | Rear-end auto crash in Lafayette |
| $15,000 | Sideswipe crash, neck and shoulder injuries |
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case. Every result above started the same way yours does now, with a phone call and a real conversation about what happened.
Our attorneys have represented injured clients across Acadiana for more than 60 years, and that experience covers a wide range of accident types, including:
Early in a claim, you may receive calls asking for official statements or offering an immediate settlement check. While resolving things quickly can be tempting, settling before your medical treatment is complete can make it difficult to cover unexpected future care or ongoing lost income. Evaluating the full picture of your health and finances first helps support a settlement that reflects what you need to recover.
Louisiana law gives you a real path to recovery. Under Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315, anyone whose fault causes you harm is obligated to repair it, and that includes medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. That right comes with a strict deadline.
Louisiana law changed on July 1, 2024, extending the filing deadline for most personal injury lawsuits from one year to two years under Louisiana Civil Code Article 3493.1. The two-year deadline applies to accidents on or after that date. Miss that window, and you can lose your right to recover, no matter how clear the fault is.
This reflects Louisiana law as of August 2026, reviewed quarterly.
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If your claim cannot be resolved through negotiation, lawsuits over accidents in Crowley or elsewhere in Acadia Parish is filed in the 15th Judicial District Court, housed at the Acadia Parish Courthouse at 500 North Parkerson Avenue in Crowley. The same court also covers Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes.
Crashes on I-10, Highway 90, and LA-13 near Crowley are usually investigated by whichever agency has jurisdiction, typically the Crowley Police Department, the Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office, or Louisiana State Police, depending on where the wreck happened.
Getting a copy of that report, along with photos and witness names, as early as possible makes a real difference in how strong your claim is later.
Yes. Our attorneys travel throughout Acadiana, and a case from Crowley, Rayne, or anywhere else in Acadia Parish gets the same attention as one from Lafayette.
The timeline for any claim really depends on your specific situation, including the severity of your injuries and how negotiations unfold. Some cases resolve relatively quickly, while others require more time to ensure all future medical needs are accounted for before the filing deadline. We can look at the unique details of your case together to give you a clearer picture of what to expect.
A smaller claim still benefits from someone reviewing the offer, since insurance companies routinely undervalue injuries that turn out to need more treatment than expected.
Accidents in Crowley and the rest of Acadia Parish are filed in the 15th Judicial District Court at the Acadia Parish Courthouse in Crowley.
If your question is not answered here, the fastest way to get a real answer is a conversation about your specific accident.
A partner at the firm since 2000, Richard Kennedy III utilizes over 20 years of elite legal experience to fight for pedestrian accident victims. A graduate of Loyola Law School, Richard has achieved significant victories in both state and federal courts. He provides the specialized knowledge necessary to handle complex pedestrian accident claims, crosswalk injury cases, and severe vehicle-pedestrian collisions across Louisiana.
Navigating medical bills, lost wages, and insurance claims isn’t something you have to do alone.
Contact the Law Offices of Richard R. Kennedy today to schedule a free consultation. We’ll review the details of your accident and help you determine the best path forward for your recovery.
This page provides general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury from a defective consumer good, a product liability attorney with the Law Offices of Richard R. Kennedy can help. Our team will review the details of your case and hold the responsible parties accountable for your injuries and losses.
Our law firm serves the greater Lafayette and New Iberia area, and offers complimentary initial consultations. You can discuss your case for free with a product liability lawyer familiar with federal statutes as well as Louisiana consumer protection laws. This insight can give you a better idea of your various legal options.
To learn more about product liability claims and your legal options, contact our law office online. You can also request a free case evaluation by phone.
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