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The Who, When, and How of Obtaining Murder Investigation Records in Louisiana
Non-parties Cannot Bring an Action for Sanctions Against a Party or Attorney for Violating Discovery Rules In Louisiana Automobile Accident Lawsuit Summary Judgment for Malicious Prosecution Improper Without Adequate Discovery
July 15, 2023
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July 14, 2023
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Medical Deaths Aren’t Always Medical Malpractice
When a patient suffers from harm done to them by the negligence of a health care provider, he may be a victim of medical malpractice. A recent Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals case explained why it is not always a case of medical malpractice when an avoidable medical death occurs. Andrew Moonan fell at
July 14, 2023
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Demonstrating Injuries to Children in Auto Accidents: Understanding the Requirements and Legal Proceedings
When accidents involve children, gathering factual information regarding their physical health becomes even more crucial for building a solid case. This is particularly evident in a vehicle collision that took place in Lafayette, Louisiana. The case highlights the specific requirements for demonstrating injuries to children in an auto accident and what is and isn’t required
July 13, 2023
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July 13, 2023
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Final Judgment Lacking Decretal Language: What Happens to Your Case?
Additional Sources: CEDRICK LANDRY, INDIVIDUALLY AND ON BEHALF OF THE MINOR CHILD, CEDRICK SENGAL VS. BRITTANY USIE, ET AL Written by Berniard Law Firm Writer Brianna Saroli Additional Berniard Law Firm Article on Proper Decretal Language in Judgments: A Louisiana Court Signs Two Final Judgments, What Happens?
July 12, 2023
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Can An Independent Medical Examiner Determine Maximum Medical Improvement in a Worker’s Compensation Case?
Being injured at work is never what you want to deal with. What’s worse is dealing with multiple independent medical examiners making opinions on your medical state. In the following case, the Louisiana Court of Appeal First Circuit addresses whether a medical examiner’s determination of maximum medical improvement is closely related to the worker’s condition
July 12, 2023
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When Is a Company Required to Pay for Certain Medical Treatments for Injured Longshore Employees?
July 11, 2023
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Navigating the Waters of Maritime Contracts: An Indemnity Puzzle
In contractual agreements, the validity of indemnity provisions can become a subject of contention between parties. But what happens when determining a contract’s maritime nature becomes pivotal in a case involving specialty services for drilling or production in navigable waters? As discussed below, this issue was scrutinized in a maritime appeal action filed with the
July 11, 2023
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The Who, When, and How of Obtaining Murder Investigation Records in Louisiana
July 15, 2023
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Non-parties Cannot Bring an Action for Sanctions Against a Party or Attorney for Violating Discovery Rules In Louisiana Automobile Accident Lawsuit Summary Judgment for Malicious Prosecution Improper Without Adequate Discovery
What happens if a roofer is injured while putting a new roof on your house?
July 14, 2023
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Medical Deaths Aren’t Always Medical Malpractice
July 14, 2023
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When a patient suffers from harm done to them by the negligence of a health care provider, he may be a victim of medical malpractice. A recent Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals case explained why it is not always a case of medical malpractice when an avoidable medical death occurs. Andrew Moonan fell at
Demonstrating Injuries to Children in Auto Accidents: Understanding the Requirements and Legal Proceedings
July 13, 2023
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When accidents involve children, gathering factual information regarding their physical health becomes even more crucial for building a solid case. This is particularly evident in a vehicle collision that took place in Lafayette, Louisiana. The case highlights the specific requirements for demonstrating injuries to children in an auto accident and what is and isn’t required
What Happens When You File a Claim For Workers’ Compensation in the Wrong Court?
July 13, 2023
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Final Judgment Lacking Decretal Language: What Happens to Your Case?
July 12, 2023
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Additional Sources: CEDRICK LANDRY, INDIVIDUALLY AND ON BEHALF OF THE MINOR CHILD, CEDRICK SENGAL VS. BRITTANY USIE, ET AL Written by Berniard Law Firm Writer Brianna Saroli Additional Berniard Law Firm Article on Proper Decretal Language in Judgments: A Louisiana Court Signs Two Final Judgments, What Happens?
Can An Independent Medical Examiner Determine Maximum Medical Improvement in a Worker’s Compensation Case?
July 12, 2023
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Being injured at work is never what you want to deal with. What’s worse is dealing with multiple independent medical examiners making opinions on your medical state. In the following case, the Louisiana Court of Appeal First Circuit addresses whether a medical examiner’s determination of maximum medical improvement is closely related to the worker’s condition
When Is a Company Required to Pay for Certain Medical Treatments for Injured Longshore Employees?
July 11, 2023
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Navigating the Waters of Maritime Contracts: An Indemnity Puzzle
July 11, 2023
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In contractual agreements, the validity of indemnity provisions can become a subject of contention between parties. But what happens when determining a contract’s maritime nature becomes pivotal in a case involving specialty services for drilling or production in navigable waters? As discussed below, this issue was scrutinized in a maritime appeal action filed with the