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Decretal Language: Last Words in a Final Judgment

Decretal language, what on earth is it, and why is it so important? The Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal recently dismissed an appeal because the trial court’s judgment lacked proper decretal language. So what are these “magic words”? Why are they indispensable for a final judgment to be given legal effect? Vera Bernard injured

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A vintage industrial respirator used in Marrero, Louisiana plants, representing the risk of asbestos lung cancer and American Optical lawsuits.
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American Optical Respirators: Why Marrero Families Must Act Fast on Asbestos Claims

For decades, industrial workers in Marrero, Louisiana, relied on American Optical respirators to protect them from toxic asbestos dust. Tragically, many of these safety products were defective, leading to thousands of cases of asbestos-related lung cancer. If you or a loved one used these respirators between 1956 and 1970, you may have a claim—but a

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Jeffrey Berniard

Attorney Jeff Berniard, Licensed Louisiana Attorney and Founder of Berniard Law Firm

Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.

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Decretal Language: Last Words in a Final Judgment

Decretal language, what on earth is it, and why is it so important? The Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal recently dismissed an appeal because the trial court’s judgment lacked proper decretal language. So what are these “magic words”? Why are they indispensable for a final judgment to be given legal effect? Vera Bernard injured

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