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Understanding Statutory Employer Immunity in Workers’ Compensation Cases in Louisiana
Statutory employer immunity is critical in determining liability and compensation for workplace injuries in workers’ compensation. The following case is an example where the court had to decide whether the defendant was entitled to statutory employer immunity under the dual contract theory provided for in La.R.S. 23:1061(A)(2). We will examine the facts of the case,
August 29, 2023
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Who’s At Fault if your car is stolen then involved in a wreck? The Thief, Victim, or Third Party Owner? (One Judges Dissenting Opinion)
In the legal system, dissenting opinions, i.e., opinions delivered by one or more judges who disagree with the decision, play a crucial role in shaping the interpretation and application of the law. They provide valuable insights into alternative viewpoints, often sparking discussion and debate and ultimately leading to the evolution of jurisprudence. One such notable
August 28, 2023
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Who’s At Fault if your car is stolen then involved in a wreck? The Thief, Victim, or Third Party Owner?
Trucking Accident Leaves Driver in a Ditch when it Comes to Lack of Evidence Could the Foreseeable Have Been Unforeseen? Deciphering Liability in Accidents
August 28, 2023
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August 27, 2023
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Gender Discrimination and Online Fallout – A High School Legal Tale
Gender Discrimination has unfortunately been around for as long as time, infiltrating many corners of people’s lives. But when you feel discriminated against at your high school, the lawsuit process can be much trickier than some might think. The Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit addresses whether a Title IX claim can be brought
August 27, 2023
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August 26, 2023
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Louisiana Court Promotes Liberal Construing of Will Execution Requirements
Wills and testaments often lead to family drama after a family member dies. Fights over control, money, and inheritance can lead to many legal and emotional battles. When those battles of power come to a legal setting, how do courts assess if a will has validly identified a new overseer of the estate? Strouder Pelfrey
August 26, 2023
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Coalport is King: Louisiana Court Applies Judicial Scrutiny to Horse Race Controversy
Appellate Court Outlines Standard of Review for Damage Awards
August 25, 2023
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Louisiana Court Says Trampoline Injury Not Caused by Defect in Shreveport Trampoline Park
Sometimes, those delightful recreational activities we all enjoy carry an inherent risk. Often, we assume the risk of those injuries when we engage in that potentially reckless conduct. Knowing your legal options following these injuries is necessary, mainly because recovering for these somewhat ordinary injuries can be difficult. What does it look like when a
August 25, 2023
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The Consequences of Lying in A Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Claim
August 29, 2023
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Understanding Statutory Employer Immunity in Workers’ Compensation Cases in Louisiana
August 29, 2023
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Statutory employer immunity is critical in determining liability and compensation for workplace injuries in workers’ compensation. The following case is an example where the court had to decide whether the defendant was entitled to statutory employer immunity under the dual contract theory provided for in La.R.S. 23:1061(A)(2). We will examine the facts of the case,
Who’s At Fault if your car is stolen then involved in a wreck? The Thief, Victim, or Third Party Owner? (One Judges Dissenting Opinion)
August 28, 2023
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In the legal system, dissenting opinions, i.e., opinions delivered by one or more judges who disagree with the decision, play a crucial role in shaping the interpretation and application of the law. They provide valuable insights into alternative viewpoints, often sparking discussion and debate and ultimately leading to the evolution of jurisprudence. One such notable
Who’s At Fault if your car is stolen then involved in a wreck? The Thief, Victim, or Third Party Owner?
August 28, 2023
No Comments
Trucking Accident Leaves Driver in a Ditch when it Comes to Lack of Evidence Could the Foreseeable Have Been Unforeseen? Deciphering Liability in Accidents
Trucking Accident Leaves Driver in a Ditch when it Comes to Lack of Evidence
August 27, 2023
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Gender Discrimination and Online Fallout – A High School Legal Tale
August 27, 2023
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Gender Discrimination has unfortunately been around for as long as time, infiltrating many corners of people’s lives. But when you feel discriminated against at your high school, the lawsuit process can be much trickier than some might think. The Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit addresses whether a Title IX claim can be brought
Final Judgments: What’s Necessary When It Comes to Precise Language?
August 26, 2023
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Louisiana Court Promotes Liberal Construing of Will Execution Requirements
August 26, 2023
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Wills and testaments often lead to family drama after a family member dies. Fights over control, money, and inheritance can lead to many legal and emotional battles. When those battles of power come to a legal setting, how do courts assess if a will has validly identified a new overseer of the estate? Strouder Pelfrey
Coalport is King: Louisiana Court Applies Judicial Scrutiny to Horse Race Controversy
August 25, 2023
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Appellate Court Outlines Standard of Review for Damage Awards
Louisiana Court Says Trampoline Injury Not Caused by Defect in Shreveport Trampoline Park
August 25, 2023
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Sometimes, those delightful recreational activities we all enjoy carry an inherent risk. Often, we assume the risk of those injuries when we engage in that potentially reckless conduct. Knowing your legal options following these injuries is necessary, mainly because recovering for these somewhat ordinary injuries can be difficult. What does it look like when a