Louisiana is a comparative fault state, meaning, the damages someone can recover in civil Houma car accidents involving cell phones and novice drivers can be reduced. However, the assignment of fault depends on the circumstances of the crash. If the driver in an intersectional collision was using their cellphone and not keeping a proper lookout, it could significantly affect their damage case. The individual would be found to be comparatively at fault for not keeping a proper lookout. Through a personal injury claim, the driver has the potential to be found comparatively at fault and the degree of comparative fault will reduce how much damages they may recover.