Insurance Agent’s Negligence Costs Them in Court
What Happens When Your Insurance Agent Doesn’t Procure the Coverage You Asked For? and What Your Insurance Agent Owes YOU
August 25, 2024
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Can a Hospital Be Held Liable for a Patient’s Sexual Assault that Occurred Offsite in Louisiana?
How to Collect from the Company and the Person Responsible for your Injuries and When is a Parent Company Responsible for the Safety of its Subsidiaries?
August 24, 2024
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Coroner Not Liable for Burial of Foster Child’s Remains
A recent Louisiana Court of Appeal for the Fourth Circuit decision has highlighted the complex legal issues surrounding the handling of deceased individuals’ remains, particularly in the context of foster care. The case, involving the parents of a minor child who passed away while in foster care, underscores the challenges in establishing liability against a
August 24, 2024
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Louisiana Court Awards Damages in Car Accident Case Despite Pre-Existing Conditions
The recent decision in Anderson v. State from the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, highlights the complexities of assessing damages in personal injury cases, particularly when the plaintiff has pre-existing medical conditions. The court’s ruling underscores the principle that even if a plaintiff has prior health issues, a defendant can still be held liable
August 23, 2024
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Granddaughters and Medical Malpractice in Louisiana: Who Can Initiate the Claim?
In the recent Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, decision of Guffey v. Lexington House, the court delved into the complexities of prescription (the Louisiana equivalent of a statute of limitations) in medical malpractice cases. This ruling provides valuable insights into the interplay between the Louisiana Medical Malpractice Act (LMMA) and the state’s Civil Code,
August 23, 2024
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Louisiana Court Reinstates Summary Judgment in Medical Malpractice Case: The Importance of Timely Expert Evidence
Patient Awarded General Damages Where Surgeon Failed To Review Pre-Operative Test Results
August 22, 2024
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When a Workplace Injury Crosses State Lines: Navigating the Complexities of Workers’ Compensation and Tort Liability
Employee Fails to Establish Link Between Previous Back Injury and Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis for Workers Compensation Claim
August 21, 2024
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Mold, Rats, and the Law: When a Tenant’s Nightmare Isn’t the Landlord’s Fault
Court of Appeal Upholds Class Action Against Housing Authority of New Orleans For Mold
August 20, 2024
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What Type of Expert Testimony Is Needed in a Louisiana Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
Can You Lose Your Medical Malpractice Case If You Don’t Have Enough Evidence?
August 18, 2024
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Driver Not Liable for Passenger’s Injury in Accident Beyond His Control
Sometimes, being a passenger in a car can be a frustrating and disturbing experience. This is especially true when actions beyond the passenger’s control, such as being involved in a collision, put his or her life in danger. When such a situation arises, the injured passenger will, understandably, seek compensation from the responsible party. However,
August 18, 2024
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