With the beginning of the new school year comes several readjustments for adults and students alike. In addition to shifting schedules and routines, we see increased vehicular and pedestrian traffic. This congestion of the roads demands special attention and precaution, particularly in school zones. As reported by the Transportation Research…
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Boy Killed in Distracted Driving Accident. Who Do You Phone When the World Changes Your World?
Distracted Driving not only ruins vehicles, it ruins lives. Adam Miller was born in July of 2003. His mother Cheryl said he was loud, exuberant and loved trains. “It was wonderful to see him set up the whole train set … and make all the different shapes,” she said. “And…
Winning Your Louisiana Injury Case When Faced With ‘Bad’ Facts
Sometimes, “bad facts” in your accident case may seem to be highly unfavorable. Perhaps the police determined that you were speeding to a substantial degree and that you were not properly attentive to the conditions on the road. In that situation, you are clearly at fault for the accident and…
Can I Sue the State of Louisiana for road Construction?
Generally, when you are injured in Louisiana because another driver turned in front of you, your legal right to seek compensation is something that you can pursue against the other driver and their auto insurer. However, there are certain situations, like road construction, in which the case may be more…
Louisiana Tourist Injured in a Car Wreck? Who do you Phone when the Big Easy Ain’t Easy?
In New Orleans, you don’t need an excuse to parade or party. Mardi Gras in particular is one of the biggest holidays in New Orleans generating an estimated $840 million dollars each year. While a vacation is supposed to be a time filled with fun, laughs and excitement – when…
What if Driver Who Caused Your Accident Can’t Be Found?
After you have been injured in an auto accident, there may be certain things that, as a layperson, you will know are part of a legal action to recover compensation for the harm you suffered. You have to file a lawsuit stating your case. You will also have to serve…
Woman Receives Gun Shot, Is Later Involved in Car Accident En Route to Hospital
Police are investigating the case of a local woman who suffered a gunshot injury to her thigh on Thursday in New Orleans East on 14700 Chef Menteur Hwy. According to the police report, a civilian in a private vehicle was transporting the victim to the hospital when a car accident…
3 Quick Safety Tips for Your Family’s Commute This Upcoming School Season
It is just about time to part with summer vacation and welcome in the new back-to-school season. This particular time of the year can be quite hectic for travel. With increased traffic as young adults and teenagers who are first-time drivers take to the road, streets will once again be…
Bicyclist Dies After a Collision With an SUV
Any time one experiences the death of a loved one due to the negligence of others, it is a painful time. The handling of a death case requires a knowledgeable and skilled attorney who has years of experience with wrongful death and survival action cases. A fox8live.com report followed the…
St. Tammany Jury Awards a Mother and Two Children $1.3M After Getting Rear-Ended by Drunk Driver
When many people think about New Orleans and Louisiana, they think about jazz, Bourbon Street, the French Quarter, and Mardi Gras. Fun, parties, and celebration all come to mind, which is very true about the Big Easy. However, with these happy pursuits come the responsibility to party responsibly. Unfortunately, some…