Industry Spill

Chalmette Refinery Explosion: Toxic Inhalation & Health Risks

The smoke plume from today’s refinery explosion carries more than just soot; it carries a “toxic cocktail” of chemicals that can have lasting impacts on the human respiratory system. For residents of St. Bernard Parish, understanding the scientific reality of involuntary chemical exposure is the first step toward legal recovery. The “Toxic Cocktail”: Sulfur Dioxide,

May 8, 2026 No Comments

Industry Spill

Proven Success Against Chalmette Refining: Why Our Experience Matters

When an industrial giant like Chalmette Refining LLC causes an explosion, they deploy a massive legal team to minimize their liability. To win, you need a firm that has already navigated the complexities of suing this specific refinery. The Berniard Law Firm has a long history of successfully litigating claims against Chalmette Refining for chemical

May 8, 2026 No Comments

Animal/Dog Bites

Suing Landlords, Festivals, and Employers for Animal Attacks in Louisiana

Can a Third Party Be Liable for a Dog Bite? Yes. In Louisiana, a third party who does not own the animal can still be held liable if their negligence contributed to the attack. You must prove they knew the animal was dangerous, had control over the premises, and failed to take reasonable steps to

March 24, 2026 No Comments

Animal/Dog Bites

Horse Injuries and Escaped Livestock: Proving Negligence in Louisiana

Is a Livestock Owner Liable for Injuries? Not automatically. Unlike dog bite cases, Louisiana law generally requires you to prove that the owner of a horse, cow, or other livestock was negligent. This means you must show they failed to maintain adequate fences or knew the animal had “vicious propensities” before the incident occurred.

March 24, 2026 No Comments

Animal/Dog Bites

Louisiana Dog Bite Laws: A Guide to Strict Liability and Owner Responsibility

Is a Dog Owner Liable in Louisiana? Yes. Under Louisiana Civil Code Article 2321, dog owners are held to a standard of Strict Liability. Unlike other personal injury cases where you must prove the defendant was “careless,” a dog owner is liable for damages if the bite could have been prevented and was not caused

March 24, 2026 No Comments

Accidents

The Louisiana Slip and Fall Litigation Process: What Happens After You File a Lawsuit?

Filing a lawsuit is only the first step in the journey toward recovery. In Louisiana, the “win” rarely happens at the moment of the fall; it is earned through months of meticulous litigation, sworn testimony, and the strategic defeat of defense motions. To the uninitiated, the legal process can feel like a “black box” of

March 19, 2026 No Comments

Personal Injury

Louisiana Slip and Fall Settlements: A Guide to Damages and Recovery

If you’ve been injured in a business or grocery store, the question isn’t just “Who is at fault?” but “What is my case worth?” In Louisiana, slip and fall settlements aren’t random numbers; they are calculated based on your medical bills, your pain, and—critically—your own percentage of fault. How much is a slip and fall

March 18, 2026 No Comments

Understanding La. R.S. 9:2800.6: The Definitive Guide to Louisiana Merchant Liability Law

If you slip and fall in a Louisiana business, your case lives or dies by one specific statute: Louisiana Revised Statute 9:2800.6, also known as the Merchant Liability Act. Many people believe that if they fall in a store, the store is automatically responsible for their medical bills. This is a common misconception. In Louisiana,

March 16, 2026 No Comments

Negligence

How to Prove a Slip and Fall in Louisiana: The Ultimate Guide to Evidence and the Burden of Proof

This comprehensive guide explores the legal landscape of Louisiana slip and fall lawsuits, specifically focusing on the high evidentiary standards required by state law. By examining several landmark cases, we break down what you must prove to successfully hold a merchant or property owner liable for your injuries. Proving Merchant Liability in Louisiana: A Comprehensive

March 16, 2026 No Comments

Louisiana Law: Absence of Legislation or Custom — Understanding Civil Code Article 4

Video Surveillance Clears Dollar General: No Liability Without Proof of a Hazard

October 27, 2025 No Comments

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Louisiana Dog Bite Laws: A Guide to Strict Liability and Owner Responsibility

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Louisiana Slip and Fall Settlements: A Guide to Damages and Recovery

Understanding La. R.S. 9:2800.6: The Definitive Guide to Louisiana Merchant Liability Law

How to Prove a Slip and Fall in Louisiana: The Ultimate Guide to Evidence and the Burden of Proof

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