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A crash on one of Lafayette’s busiest highways can turn a normal week into stacks of medical bills, missed paychecks, and calls from an insurance adjuster who wants to settle fast and cheap. You need someone who understands what a serious injury actually costs you, now and down the road.
The Law Offices of Richard R Kennedy has represented injured Louisianans since 1965. Founding attorney Richard R. Kennedy was the first lawyer in the state board-certified in civil trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
That trial-tested background is what a Lafayette Highway 90 accident lawyer brings to the table when an insurance company tries to undervalue your claim. Start your free conversation.
Our attorneys have successfully represented clients in a variety of serious highway and interstate collision cases across Louisiana, including:
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
Highway 90 carries heavy commercial truck and energy-sector traffic through central Lafayette, and that mix creates crash patterns we see again and again in Lafayette Parish. We help clients recover compensation after:
Whatever type of vehicle caused your crash, the claim usually comes down to proving fault and documenting what the injury has actually cost you.
A serious crash at highway speeds can quickly lead to costly emergency room bills, ongoing physical therapy, lost income from missed time at work, and expensive vehicle repair or replacement costs. These financial burdens accumulate rapidly while you are recovering, and insurance adjusters often attempt to offer quick, low settlements before you fully understand the long-term impact of your injuries.
Along with these costs, you must meet strict legal time limits. Under Louisiana Civil Code Article 3493.1, you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this statutory deadline can permanently bar you from recovering compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, regardless of how clear the other driver’s fault may be.
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Richard R. Kennedy is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a membership open to roughly 1% of attorneys nationwide, and he was inducted into the Lafayette Bar Association Hall of Fame in 2016.
He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the Fifth and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeal, and federal district courts across Louisiana.
Richard R. Kennedy III has practiced law in Lafayette since 2000 and has been recognized by Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years. He handles the day-to-day vehicle injury claims that come out of crashes on Highway 90 and across Acadiana.
That combination of trial credentials and hands-on case work means you have lawyers who know how both insurance adjusters and Lafayette juries think.
No. Personal injury claims like these are typically handled on a contingency fee, so you do not pay attorney fees unless you recover compensation. Your first conversation about the crash costs nothing, and there is no obligation to move forward afterward.
Highway 90 runs through Broussard on its way into Lafayette. The 15th Judicial District Court has original jurisdiction over civil and criminal matters across Lafayette Parish, so a crash anywhere along that stretch falls under the same court. Local police in Broussard often write the initial report, while Louisiana State Police frequently handles crashes on state highway sections outside city limits.
Possibly. For crashes on or after January 1, 2026, Louisiana bars recovery when an injured person is 51% or more at fault, but allows a reduced recovery when that person’s fault is less than 51%. This rule comes from Louisiana Civil Code Article 2323. How the crash is investigated and documented can decide which side of that line you land on.
A report helps, but it is not the only evidence that matters. Photos, witness statements, medical records, and the vehicles themselves often carry more weight once a claim is contested, especially after a multi-vehicle highway crash.
Commercial trucking and oilfield service vehicles that use Highway 90 to move equipment toward the Gulf Coast often carry significant insurance coverage, but their insurers also investigate aggressively to limit what they pay. More than one company may share responsibility for your injuries when a commercial vehicle is involved.
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.
You do not have to piece together a Highway 90 injury claim on your own or guess at what the case is worth. The Law Offices of Richard R Kennedy will go over what happened on the highway, what the insurance company owes you, and what your next step should be. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover money for you.
Schedule a free consultation with a Lafayette Highway 90 accident lawyer today.
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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