The Need for an Attorney Following a Commercial Vehicle Wreck
When a commercial vehicle is involved in a wreck, the aftermath can be daunting. The legalities are complex, and the consequences severe. An attorney is not just an asset; they are your advocate and guide through a challenging process. Understanding Complex Commercial Vehicle Laws Commercial vehicle laws are a web of federal and state regulations. […]
Tesla Autopilot Death Lawsuit
The Ruling Circuit Judge Reid Scott rejected Tesla’s motion to summarily dismiss a lawsuit accusing the company of causing Jeremy Banner’s death in 2019. In a 23-page ruling, Scott found that Kim Banner’s attorneys presented sufficient evidence to let the case proceed to trial sometime next year. Scott also found that Banner can seek punitive […]
Life care plans in serious personal injury lawsuits.
In serious personal injury cases, a patient’s life expectancy is directly related to the quality of care they receive. While life care plans play a pivotal role in personal injury lawsuits. Above all, they are crucial in cases involving catastrophic injuries, chronic illnesses, or permanent disabilities. Therefore, the best personal injury lawyers know what cases […]
Semi-Truck Accidents: Getting Data from Event Data Recorders
The Event Data Recorder (EDR), often called the “black box,” is a focal point after semi-truck crashes. The device records important information about operations and driver actions right before and during a crash. Therefore, a good injury lawyer will use it for reconstructing accidents, settling insurance claims, and proving liability. What is an EDR? An […]
Louisiana Dram Shop Lawsuits
Can you sue a bar for overserving customers? The answer is different from state to state. The relevant laws are called “dram shop” laws. In Louisiana, bars (or social hosts) are not responsible for overserving people over the age of 21 who leave and hurt or kill themselves or someone else. But if the bar […]
Monetary Damages in Personal Injury Lawsuits
What Money Damages Can be Awarded in Personal Injury Lawsuits? The law defines damages as monetary compensation awarded to a plaintiff by a court of law in a civil action. Judges and juries can award damages in cases of negligence, if they also find a person or organization is liable for the harm caused to […]
Bicycle Accidents In Louisiana
Bicycle accidents increase as bicycle riding increases. Gas is $4.42/ gallon and prices keep climbing. They show no signs of stopping. Instead of driving to work, you might think about riding your bike. Saving money on gas, fresh air, and exercise are great benefits. But there are risks that come with riding a bicycle on […]
WHAT’S MY PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUIT WORTH?
Lawyers and adjusters help decide the settlement value of a personal injury lawsuit based on analysis of the facts and law. Many factors impact the value of personal injury claims. Insurance companies evaluate the details of each claim when deciding how much to pay. Adjusters and lawyers perform an analysis of all the information available […]
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
Determining how much your personal injury case is worth depends on many factors. However, I will focus on some of the basics that are often applied to decide how much money should be paid to fairly compensate for a personal injury. This is not an exact science. Many insurance companies and attorneys, often depending on […]
PRESCRIPTION IS NOT WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED
The most important decision our clients make often occurs before we’ve ever met them. It is to determine when they seek out legal counsel on an issue of harm. Whether a person decides to call an attorney may seem like the first of many steps in vindicating their rights — and it is — but […]