Driving on rural roads in Louisiana or any other state can be just as dangerous as driving on busy highways. In less populated areas, individuals may be more likely to encounter wild animals as roads are typically located closer to their habitats. Furthermore, drivers may find that there are fewer artificial lights in less populated areas. This may make it harder to see animals, people or other obstacles in their path.
A person may be more likely to drive in a reckless manner on a rural road or highway because there are fewer people to watch out for. For example, they may operate their vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or without wearing a safety belt. However, it is important to note that roads in sparsely populated towns tend to be narrower and have only two lanes. This means that there is less room to pass or otherwise avoid other vehicles that an individual does encounter while traveling.
In addition, it is important to note that it will likely take longer for medical help to respond to the scene of an accident in a rural area. This might increase a person’s risk of being seriously hurt or killed in a crash. It may provide incentive for motorists to do what they can to avoid being in a collision.
Those who are hurt in motor vehicle accidents that occur on rural or city roads may wish to file personal injury lawsuits. An attorney may help a person prove that the driver who caused the crash was impaired, distracted or otherwise acting in a negligent manner when the accident happened. This might allow a person to collect compensation for current and future medical bills, lost wages and lost future earnings related to the collision.