What are Compensatory Damages?
Damaged Individuals Financially Compensated Through Civil Court Litigation When individuals are harmed by the reckless, negligent or intentional actions of another person or entity, Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315 requires monetary compensation be paid to victims...
How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Attorney
The task of finding a personal injury attorney requires analyzing certain factors about their ability to handle the many components necessary to achieve fair monetary compensation for your injuries. When you’re recovering from injuries caused by the recklessness or...
How Much is a Personal Injury Attorney?
A competent personal injury attorney will review your case and decide whether the facts support a likely monetary win. If an attorney thinks they’ll achieve a significant financial settlement, they shouldn’t ask you for any money up-front. A personal injury attorney...
What Does a Personal Injury Attorney Do?
To negotiate with
and settle with an insurance company or file a civil lawsuit normally requires the skill,
experience, and knowledge of a competent personal injury attorney.
Why You Should Always Be Cautious On Wet Roads
A recent multiple car accident on I-49 reported no injuries but caused traffic congestion for a long period near the Pierremont Road area. Three motorists were involved in the accident, which turned out to be a costly mistake due to lack of safety precautions. News...
Construction Accidents in Bossier City
With all of the recent construction developments across the Shreveport-Bossier City area, it is especially important to be aware of both motorists and surroundings to avoid auto accidents. Mistakes in road construction can lead to serious injuries, which often lead to...
Liability Rocks (How $1,000 Could Save a Million)
A weekly luncheon is held at a restaurant in our fair twin cities. I usually attend. This week, my paralegal attended in my absence. She sent me a text around 1pm with this photo of her car attached: Theft, right? Nothing was missing. While she and a couple of other...
Full Coverage Part 2 (of a few)
As an attorney helping injured clients navigate the waters of post-accident treatment, I read a number of accident reports and insurance policy declarations pages. When I meet with an injured client, I listen to the story of how the wreck occurred and assess the...
Full Coverage Part 1 (of?)
As an attorney helping injured clients navigate the waters of post-accident treatment, I read a number of accident reports and insurance policy declarations pages. When I meet with an injured client, I listen to the story of how the wreck occurred and assess the...
Sexting Teens (Part 4)
The last three posts have dealt with teen sexting and the detrimental, often draconian, consequences that Louisiana law deals out. A teen can become a registered sex offender by dating and texting a girl at his high school. Costs and consequences of sex offender...