When subcontractors get injured at work, it can be confusing to determine who is liable for damages. This case shows a company’s failed attempt at using the “two contract defense” to dismiss claims in a slip and fall case. It also helps answer the question; What is a two-contract defense in Louisiana Lawsuits? For a
After a medical malpractice-induced injury, patients may need significant awards of damages to cover the expenses of a resulting disability. A case in Shreveport shows how to present substantial evidence of an ongoing need for care. It also helps answer the question; What kind of Evidence is Needed to Prove Future Medical Benefits in a
Negligent lawyers can get themselves into hot water by retaining confidential client documents. Often, this violation of professional responsibility will result in a malpractice suit. The more egregious behavior, the more intensely the lawyer may find themselves being litigated against. For example, in the following appeal, a lawyer is sued from all angles as his
When people are injured at work, they expect to be compensated for an extended period. However, worker’s compensation can be hard to recover. So how does a pre-existing injury affect your workers’ compensation claim? The following lawsuit from Metairie, Louisiana, helps answer this question. Sharon Mangiaracina suffered a work-related injury to her shoulder and thumb
Personal injury cases can often drag out for years in a confusing manner. This is especially true when there are disagreements about the proper venue and subject matter jurisdiction. A recent appeal discussed below tackles the challenges of dismissal of actions due to a lack of jurisdiction and the timing requirement of prescription. This case
Large waves and rough seas make boat travel a harrowing experience. But what happens if you are at work and fall out of bed during those stormy seas? Is the captain or company you work for liable under the Jones Act? The following case out of Louisiana helps answer the question; can I recover under
You filed your mesothelioma lawsuit in your home parish, expecting a local trial. Suddenly, you receive notice that the case has been ‘Removed’ to a U.S. Federal Court hundreds of miles away. This isn’t just a change of scenery; it is a calculated legal maneuver by industrial corporations to change the rules of the game.
People rely on public services daily, from fire departments to police officers. But what happens if a public entity is responsible for an injury? Can they be held liable for negligence? A recent case out of Grand Isle, Louisiana, shows how public entities can be shielded from liability for negligent conduct in some circumstances. It
Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.