Author: biancamatkins

The unofficial creed of the United States Postal Service (USPS) is “neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” However, that doesn’t mention dog bites. According to the USPS, Louisiana is in the top 25 states with the highest number of dog […]

Louisiana is considered an at-fault state, which means the driver who causes a car accident needs to compensate the victims of the crash through their insurance coverage. That is why every driver is legally obligated to carry liability insurance. Unfortunately, the costs for many collisions exceed the limits of a policy, and insurance companies are […]

After you’ve been in a car accident, you may be wondering what steps you need to take in order to properly document what happened. Fortunately, you can easily provide a substantial amount of evidence just by taking pictures of the scene. These pictures will be invaluable if you need to prove that you weren’t at […]

Properly using headlights is essential for maintaining visibility on the road, which is of the utmost importance for safe driving. Although most people think about headlights when they’re driving at night, some drivers have expressed concerns about utilizing them during the day. If you’re wondering whether you should use your headlights during the day, the […]

Being in a vehicle wreck is a terrifying experience—those who survive are considered to be the lucky ones. But from a practical standpoint, experiencing a car accident is also incredibly expensive. A split-second crash can leave you with thousands of dollars in expenses for medical bills and vehicle repair costs. For most people, their auto […]

When it comes to injuries that individuals involved in personal injury incidents suffer, one in particular tops that list. That is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) research shows that some 223,135 individuals were admitted to the hospital after suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2019. It used to […]

You were injured, and it wasn’t your fault. Now you’re dealing with the aftermath all on your own, and you know you need help. Whether you’re watching medical bills pile up, dealing with dwindling savings while you’re out of work, or worried about your future financial stability, filing a personal injury claim can lay the […]

As of 2016, there were 11.4% Baton Rouge households without at least one motor vehicle. This leaves a significant number of our residents with no other choice but to rely on public transportation, rides with friends or family members, and pedestrian infrastructure. While walking can be a great way to stay fit, preserve your finances, […]

Most of us take for granted that our loved ones will be with us until later in life. That’s why coping with the unexpected, premature death of a loved one can be so challenging to cope with. It’s understandable that you would want the party that caused your relative’s untimely death held accountable to the […]

At Bianca | Matkins, we treat every case like it’s going to trial, even though we know most can be settled out of court. When we cover all bases and prepare your case against every foreseeable challenge, we are in the best position to win you the most advantageous outcome possible. A lot of personal […]