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Trial Court Judgment Amended in Baton Rouge Workplace Incident, Shows Importance of Diligent Lawyering

Court cases are contentious, polarizing atmospheres between the parties. Stubbornness is ripe, and the opposing parties are staunchly in, unsurprisingly, opposition. However, sometimes even opposing parties can agree. Any party can take issue with a court’s judgment, and sometimes ALL parties can take issue with a court’s decision–even if these issues are different. But when

March 21, 2023 No Comments

Ville Platte Hospital Found Not Liable for Ant Bites on ICU Patient

Hospital admission can often be a terrifying experience, but even more so is an ICU admission. Your life is literally in the hands of hospital doctors and nurses. But what happens if you sustain injuries unrelated to your original illness or injury while in the ICU? A recent patient at Mercy Regional Medical Center in

March 20, 2023 No Comments

Court Deadlines Are Important, Especially in Federal Court

Before taking on one of the nation’s largest, leading automotive manufacturing companies, it is essential to consult an excellent attorney with knowledge of the Federal Court system. The importance of following the deadlines set by the Court in that system cannot be understated. Unfortunately, the lesson of how critical it is to follow court deadlines

March 19, 2023 No Comments

New Orleans Car Accident with Out of State Insurance Policy, Which State’s Laws Apply to the Lawsuit?

Automobile insurance claims are complex enough, as it is unlikely that all parties involved will immediately agree on a settlement amount. These claims become even more convoluted when there are questions as to what state law should apply or when the insured isn’t fully aware of what his policy entails. Unfortunately, this is precisely what

March 18, 2023 No Comments

Three-Year Rule Applies to Worker’s Compensation Claims for Necessary Treatment

Timing is an important part of claiming worker’s compensation in Louisiana. Louisiana R.S. 23:1209(C) requires that: The employee files an initial claim or makes other suitable arrangements within one year of the injury; and The employee makes any subsequent claims no more than three years after the last payment of medical benefits. A claim that

March 17, 2023 No Comments

Louisiana Employment Discrimination Case Fails Due to Summary Judgment

People may be fired for a variety of reasons. Often a dismissed employee feels the termination was unjust or racially based. Bringing a lawsuit under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is difficult. A plaintiff must present evidence for a prima facie case of discrimination to survive summary judgment. The following case

March 16, 2023 No Comments

What is Wrongful Termination Back Pay and Exceptional Pay in Louisiana Civil Service Matter?

If you were wrongfully terminated from a civil service position within your local government, you might be eligible to receive some compensation for your trouble. For example, say you are placed on suspension and are on track to be terminated. However, you later appeal that decision, and your suspension and termination are lifted. As a

March 15, 2023 No Comments

When Can I File a Tort Lawsuit against my Employer if I am Hurt at Work in Louisiana?

Workers’ compensation is a financial support system that may be available to injured employees. It aims to ensure employees are compensated for their injuries and do not bear the entire expenses of medical bills. Workers’ compensation laws differ from state to state. Still, the general idea is that employees can get benefits regardless of who

March 14, 2023 No Comments

Louisiana Appellate Court Affirms Dismissal of Age and Disability Discrimination Claims

If you feel you have been wrongfully terminated, you might think it is sufficient to file a lawsuit accusing your former employer of violating the law. However, merely making legal accusations is insufficient. To survive a motion to dismiss, you must include sufficient factual details to support your claims against your former employer. The case

March 13, 2023 No Comments

When a Defendant is Dismissed Before the Trial, Can Another Defendant Appeal the Decision?

When finding yourself as a defendant in a lawsuit, you will want to limit your liability as much as possible. Your liability could be altered when a co-defendant is found to be at fault for the injuries to a certain extent. However, when one defendant is dismissed before the trial begins, can another defendant seeking

March 12, 2023 No Comments

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Court Deadlines Are Important, Especially in Federal Court

New Orleans Car Accident with Out of State Insurance Policy, Which State’s Laws Apply to the Lawsuit?

Three-Year Rule Applies to Worker’s Compensation Claims for Necessary Treatment

Louisiana Employment Discrimination Case Fails Due to Summary Judgment

What is Wrongful Termination Back Pay and Exceptional Pay in Louisiana Civil Service Matter?

When Can I File a Tort Lawsuit against my Employer if I am Hurt at Work in Louisiana?

Louisiana Appellate Court Affirms Dismissal of Age and Disability Discrimination Claims

When a Defendant is Dismissed Before the Trial, Can Another Defendant Appeal the Decision?

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Trial Court Judgment Amended in Baton Rouge Workplace Incident, Shows Importance of Diligent Lawyering

Ville Platte Hospital Found Not Liable for Ant Bites on ICU Patient

Court Deadlines Are Important, Especially in Federal Court

New Orleans Car Accident with Out of State Insurance Policy, Which State’s Laws Apply to the Lawsuit?

Three-Year Rule Applies to Worker’s Compensation Claims for Necessary Treatment

Louisiana Employment Discrimination Case Fails Due to Summary Judgment

What is Wrongful Termination Back Pay and Exceptional Pay in Louisiana Civil Service Matter?

When Can I File a Tort Lawsuit against my Employer if I am Hurt at Work in Louisiana?

Louisiana Appellate Court Affirms Dismissal of Age and Disability Discrimination Claims

When a Defendant is Dismissed Before the Trial, Can Another Defendant Appeal the Decision?

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