So you were seriously injured in an accident that was caused by a student driver? Depending on the circumstances, there are several people who could be found responsible for the fault of the student driver: The Student Driver: A student driver must operate a vehicle in a reasonably safe ma...
New Orleans may have decided against allowing electric scooters, but recent approval by the City Council means that we will be getting electric bicycles in the near future. Specifically, the City Council's Transportation Committee signed off on a proposal that will replace the pedal powered blue ...
Statement for Public Release from Seth Dunlap Sept 25, 2019 It has been fifteen (15) days since WWL tweeted from its official twitter account calling its employee, Seth Dunlap, a “fag”. Seth has been patient with Entercom Communications during this time, largely withholding public co...
A car accident or any another other type of accident can cause new injuries or they can aggravate old ones. We find in many cases our clients are quick to minimize their injuries if they had an issue with that body part before. Don't! It is well established under Louisiana law that a tortfeasor t...
Here are a few of the latest news articles and notable quotes reflecting our work: https://www.wdsu.com/article/wwl-radio-host-explains-leave-this-attack-isnt-just-about-me/29039969 https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/entertainment-news/dunlaptweetsrelease/289-bf723a5f-cb36-4286-8df8-d248919fdba8 ...
Living as an openly gay man can be difficult. Living as an openly gay man in the Deep South is even more difficult. Living as an openly gay man in the Deep South with a career in sports broadcasting, a career field that is traditionally highly homophobic, is incomprehensibly challenging. While...
Just over two decades after holding Big Tobacco liable, it appears that US Courts may be poised to likewise hold opioid and pain pill manufacturers liable for the public health crisis created by their product. Today, District Judge Thad Balkman, awarded the state of Oklahoma $572 million, in the ...
It's no secret that insurance in Louisiana is way too expensive. Our clients are always asking “How Can I Lower My Car Insurance?” Unfortunately, many times, individuals elect to decrease their coverage, or eliminate uninsured motorist insurance as a quick fix to reduce their monthly ...
We often get asked “how much is my case worth” or “what kind of settlement can I get” following one of our clients being involved in a motor vehicle accident. Even though we have been handling personal injury cases for almost 60 years and even though we have successfully handled thou...
Injured at a Beauty Salon or Spa? What Do I Do? Beauty salons and spas should be a place of relaxation, whether you are getting a pedicure, manicure, massage, wax treatment, highlights, or just a regular haircut. Salons have a responsibility not just to relax you and help you to decompress, but...
In Louisiana, we see a lot of balcony collapse or balcony fall cases. This can occur when the actual flooring of a balcony caves in, if a balcony rails fail, or if an entire balcony collapses. This type of accident can cause severe injuries to an individual, as it typically involves a fall of one...
Louisiana has specific laws covering incidents where a pet or a dog attacks or bites someone. Who is Liable for a Dog Bite or an Animal Bite in Louisiana? Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2321. provides: "The owner of an animal is answerable for the damage caused by the animal. However, he is answerabl...
We would like to thank the NOPD for releasing the body camera footage of the arrest of Eugene Grant so that the public can see exactly what occurred on the night of July 8th. What is clear from the video is that what occurred on Frenchmen Street that night was terrifying for all those who witne...
We are representing Mr. Grant, a disabled musician who was violently arrested on Frenchmen Street last week. Here is his official public statement, which we released today: STATEMENT ON BEHALF OF EUGENE GRANT Eugene and his family want to thank all of the friends, family, musicians, and communit...
What is Uninsured Motorist Insurance? When you sign up for automobile insurance, you have the option of purchasing uninsured motorist or underinsured motorist insurance in addition to your liability coverage. Uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance is insurance that you purchase that steps in t...
Our clients are always concerned when they are deciding whether to make a claim under their uninsured motorist coverage whether their insurance company will raise their rates. They always express that they do not want to sue their own insurance company. What is Uninsured Motorist Insurance? When...
July 4th will be celebrated this week commemorating the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776. Many people will celebrate with parties, including fireworks. While the majority of people celebrating will be responsible, some unfortunately will drive while intoxicated. ...
It is a frequent and very serious occurrence that you may be injured in a car accident with a cow, pigs, or other livestock. An average male bull can weigh over 2,000 pounds and can weigh even more than 3,000 pounds, which is more than the weight of a Toyota Corolla! As you can imagine, being in...
The secret is out: there are some bad lawyers out there. It's true. One thing that is obvious to us is that clients are not getting the attention or care that they deserve from their attorneys. Some care more about the value of your case than the value of your care and that is really a shame be...
After you are involved in an accident, one of the most frustrating things you may have to deal with is the damage to your vehicle. If your vehicle is severely damaged, this may affect your ability to get to work, school, or care for your children. If you have not had to deal with this before, you...
Hurricane season is upon us once again. Although Louisiana has been relatively lucky in terms of hurricanes and tropical storms for the last few years, we were given an unnecessary reminder of their potentially devastating effects by Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Michael. In addition to stocking...
If you have been involved in a car accident or bicycle accident in New Orleans, Metairie or anywhere else in Louisiana, it is very likely that the responding officer gave you a piece of paper with a number on it. Following his or her response to the scene of the accident, the officer will issue a...
Walmart boasts that each week, over 275 million customers and members visit our more than 11,300 stores under 58 banners in 27 countries and eCommerce websites in 10 countries. They reported 2019 revenue of $514.4 billion. With so much foot traffic, it is common that individuals are injured when ...
It is no secret that when you are involved in a car accident, no matter how severe, it is a stressful event. The shock of being in a car accident has us not thinking clearly. Here are the ten mistakes we see our clients and others make following a car accident. Not Calling the Police. Even if...
“Popping the question” and asking for someone's hand in marriage with an engagement ring can be one of the most important questions asked in one's lifetime. Presenting someone an engagement ring will likely be one of the most expensive gifts you can give another person. According to recent surv...
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