The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (“DOTD”) has a duty to maintain safe and accessible transportation infrastructure for the state. One might think that because the DOTD is such a large entity, no damages could be recovered from an accident due to unsafe conditions on transportation infrastructure. However, it is possible for a plaintiff
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Louisiana Appeals Court Finds Company not Liable After Independent Contractor was Involved in Motor Vehicle Accident.
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When a school bus accident results in a fatality, the legal path to recovery is significantly different than a standard car wreck. The case against the Lafayette Parish School Board serves as a vital lesson in how Louisiana courts apply the “Highest Duty of Care” standard to public entities and how wrongful death damages are
In high-stakes trucking litigation, logistics giants often hide behind a “Shield” of independent contractor agreements. The case of Dragna v. KLLM Transport Services serves as a stark warning for victims: simply showing that a company hired a dangerous driver is not always enough to secure a judgment. To win, your legal team must overcome three
After a motor vehicle collision occurs, a court will assign each driver involved a standard of care they were required to maintain. Drivers under Louisiana law are usually subject to ordinary care when driving their vehicle. However, under the law, certain motorists are held to a higher standard or are favored to have less liability
Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.