Residents of the Louisiana gulf coast are not strangers to hurricanes, but there is no doubt that there is a long road ahead for those who are heading home from evacuation and beginning to salvage what is left of their homes. Hurricane Laura ripped through the southwestern region of Louisiana…
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Emergency Vehicle Accident: Who is Liable?
When a car accident occurs, police cars, fire trucks, and ambulance vehicles may be called to the scene to help in a time of crisis. As drivers, we have a duty to yield to oncoming emergency vehicles to allow them to maneuver through traffic. But, what about when one of…
How Social Media Can Impact Your Personal Injury Claim
Technology is forever evolving. Many of us are guilty of endlessly scrolling through social media platforms at some point throughout our day. Whether it is Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc., we post and comment to interact with others. Social media is a great way to keep in touch, but…
8 Tips on Nailing a Deposition
The way a client delivers his or testimony at a deposition can make or break their case. It is crucial that you nail your deposition to ensure that you receive the highest and best value for your case. An insurance company is going to pay more for the case that…
Dog Bites: When Man’s Best Friend Strikes
Nearly everyone loves dogs. They are one of the most loving and loyal companions of human beings. But what happens when man’s best friend causes injury to another person or their property? According to the CDC, there are nearly 4.7 million dog bites that occur each year. Of these accidents,…
100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Summer is arguably the best season. It consists of sunshine, road trips, barbecues, and all sorts of outdoor fun. But, it can also bring an increased risk of drunk driving accidents. Many people are simply more carefree and relaxed in the summer. There is a lot to do and activities…
Left Turning Vehicle Accident: Who is Liable?
Left turns can be one of the most dangerous maneuvers. Making a left turn requires drivers to cut across oncoming traffic. So if there is no green arrow that explicitly gives the turning vehicle the right of way, the driver of the vehicle must be extremely careful to not cause…
The Reality of Scammers as Personal Injury Plaintiffs
Many people know the feeling of frustration when trying to obtain fair compensation for any bodily injury and property damage after getting into a car accident. Auto accidents happen every day to even the most cautious drivers, but are the victims of these accidents telling the truth? Or are they…
Attorney Not Returning Your Calls? Here’s What To Do.
Have you ever found yourself frustrated that your attorney will not call you back? According to the Rules of Professional Responsibility, an attorney has an obligation to keep their client informed and up to date with any new information regarding their case. Unfortunately, many clients complain about the lack of…
All-Terrain Vehicles: Dangerous at Any Speed
I am sure we have all seen someone carelessly riding an all-terrain vehicle down the road and thought to ourselves how dangerous those vehicles can be. This is especially true when we see children riding or operating these machines. ATVs have become vastly popular with almost 8 million of them…