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
An employment discrimination claim should be more than a list of grievances. To avoid dismissal, it must be timely and justified by facts and law. In Louisiana, an employment discrimination claim can generally be submitted within 12 months of an incident before it becomes late – or prescribed – by statute. R.S. 23:303(D). An employee
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
Southern University System President’s Lawsuit Dismissed in Baton Rouge on Res Judicata Claim — Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — May 23, 2019
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
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
State or Federal Court? Car Accident Victim Makes the Wrong Choice in Lawsuit Against Her Former Attorney — Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — July 3, 2019
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
Louisiana Court of Appeal Highlights Procedure for Workers’ Compensation 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
Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.
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
An employment discrimination claim should be more than a list of grievances. To avoid dismissal, it must be timely and justified by facts and law. In Louisiana, an employment discrimination claim can generally be submitted within 12 months of an incident before it becomes late – or prescribed – by statute. R.S. 23:303(D). An employee
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
Southern University System President’s Lawsuit Dismissed in Baton Rouge on Res Judicata Claim — Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — May 23, 2019
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
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
State or Federal Court? Car Accident Victim Makes the Wrong Choice in Lawsuit Against Her Former Attorney — Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — July 3, 2019
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
Louisiana Court of Appeal Highlights Procedure for Workers’ Compensation 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