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The role of insurance in a personal injury claim is significant and complicated. Having a basic understanding of the associated dynamics will help you in the long run. In general, property damage claims are typically resolved within 30 days, and you should receive a settlement check within that time frame. On the other hand, personal injury claims are more difficult to pin down with an exact timeline. The duration of the…

Ok, so summertime is finally here and a lot of you will be out on the water. Here are a few tips on boating safety. When it comes to safety, you are the first line of defense: Make sure there are a sufficient number of life jackets on board and that they fit properly and are in good shape. Louisiana law requires children 16 years and under has to wear US…

“I plead the Fifth!” For all you courtroom drama enthusiasts, this a universally known phrase. However, what does this phrase actually mean? The Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution list five rights that protect you from the government abusing its prosecutorial powers. Of these five rights, your right against self-incrimination (A.K.A your right to remain silent) is arguably the most important right you have. Your right to remain silent only…

The following article will cover: The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Louisiana. Documenting injuries, treatments, and evidence after an accident. The important actions you should take if you have been injured in a car wreck. Is There A Statute Of Limitation Of Limitations In Filing A Personal Injury Claim In Louisiana? In Louisiana, the term used for statute of limitations is prescription. A personal injury claim must be…

Many of us proud parents advertise our kids names, gender, which school they attend, and which sports they play. Seems harmless right? Well maybe not! Some criminals use that to their advantage. They can use that information to gain knowledge about you and your family. Also don’t leave your ID’s or work badges out where they can be seen. Now, we are not saying to go out and remove your decals…

The biggest difference between a personal injury claim or a workers’ compensation case is that, an injured party is not entitled to the same benefits for injures in a workers’ compensation case as in a personal injury case. In a personal injury claim, you are entitled to recover all of the damages that you have suffered. This may include lost earnings, lost earning capacity, medical bills, future medical expenses, permanent impairment,…

Determining Viability Of A Personal Injury Claim In Louisiana In order to have a valid personal injury claim, two essential elements must be present. First, the defendant must have acted unreasonably or negligently. In other words, establishing that the person being sued has done something wrong is absolutely necessary. A clear example of this would be demonstrating how someone running a stop sign caused an accident by virtue of their negligence….

Today’s generation of young people has not developed some of the life skills kids did 30 years ago, because adults swoop in and take care of problems for them. When we rescue too quickly and over-indulge our children with “assistance,” we remove the need for them to navigate hardships and solve problems on their own. It’s parenting for the short-term and it sorely misses the point of leadership – to equip…

Negligence is one of the most common causes of trucking accidents in Louisiana. In many cases, truck drivers don’t pay attention to what’s going on while driving, largely because they’re on the road for long periods of time. The Atchafalaya Basin Bridge is one of the longest two-way bridges in the United States where there are a significant number of accidents involving 18-wheelers. In fact, I am currently working on a…