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During the holidays, sober and safe driving is extra important. If you are planning to indulge in some champagne on New Years, we encourage you to use an Uber of Lyft. Sometimes it will cost you less than parking downtown, and there is insurance that will protect you in the event of an accident. ...

New Orleans is one of the most popular destinations to embark on a vacation cruise, and it is the sixth largest port in the nation. In 2017, New Orleans serviced 1.15 million cruise passengers, which was a to date record.   We welcomed a 4,000 passenger Norwegian cruise ship in November of 2017, ...

Another holiday season is upon us which means end of the year holiday parties. Unfortunately, each holiday season, we see an uptick in automobile accidents that are caused by drunk or impaired drivers. Most companies are becoming more proactive to prevent their employees from drinking and drivin...

Congratulations to Megan C. Kiefer, one of our partners, who was named as a top personal injury lawyer for litigation in New Orleans by New Orleans magazine. Megan is a trial attorney and has handled cases involving car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, severe spinal injuries,...

When you pay to stay overnight in a hotel, you should expect to be pampered. In few instances, you may find your stay to be ruined by bed bugs. What are bed bugs? Bed bugs are cringeworthy small insects that feed on the blood of warm-blooded animals.  They are called bedbugs because of their pre...

Ambulance drivers have a challenging job.  They are expected to act as quickly as possible in responding to emergent circumstances while also trying not to injure any other individuals at the time.          Generally, drivers are held to a standard of ordinary negligence in determining whether t...

Your excitement with your newly acquired vehicle quickly fades, as you take it in for yet another repair. Being on a first name basis with the repair shop was not what you had in mind when you bought your vehicle. You might just have a lemon on your hands or your vehicle may have a redhibitory de...

New Orleans is known as one of the best places to celebrate Halloween. Voodoo Fest is happening October 25-27, along with Boo at the Zoo, Frenchmen Street will be filled with revelers in costume, and Krewe of Boo has rolled (after a brief threat of cancellation). Drink Responsibly Any holiday...

     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 ...

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...

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...

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. ...