When driving, the possibility of hitting a horse, cow or any other escaped livestock is typically not a concern to the ordinary driver. However, even in today’s society, it is possible for an automobile to collide with an escaped farm animal that roamed onto a major road or highway. Tragically, due to the size of livestock, a livestock/automobile accidents can cause life-threatening injuries to an innocent driver.

Louisiana law requires livestock owners to adequately secure their animals. A livestock owner has a duty to ensure that his animals cannot escape his fence. Tragically, when a livestock owner negligently fails to properly secure his animals, a large animal, such as cow or horse, can escape and run into major roads and highways. If a moving car collides with a large, stopped animal on the road, the accident can result in serious injury or even death.

Broussard & David represents clients injured in automobile accidents with escaped livestock. After a livestock/automobile accident, livestock owners often deny ownership of the animal that caused the accident. Our attorneys have the experience and resources needed to find the negligent owner or caretaker who failed to properly secure his animal and to hold him responsible for your injury.

After a livestock/automobile accident, you and your family may have expensive medical bills for past and future treatment. You might also have lost wages and job opportunities as a result of the accident. Our attorneys at Broussard & David understand that this is both an emotionally and financially difficult time for you and your family. We will aggressively work with the negligent actor and stubborn insurance companies to get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

If you or a loved one were injured after an automobile collision with a horse, cow or other escaped livestock, call us for a COMPLIMENTARY consultation. For questions, call Broussard & David at 888-337-2323 (toll free) or 337-233-2323 (local). You can also contact us online for answers to your questions or to schedule your consultation.