Can You Sue for Stolen Data That’s Not a Trade Secret? Court Ruling Clarifies
Can You Sue an Out-of-State Employer in Louisiana? Personal Jurisdiction Limits
September 25, 2024
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Tragic Accident: A Bow Hunter’s Unfortunate Demise and the Legal Battle That Followed
St. Tammany Parish Alleged Fail Air Bag Louisiana Products Liability Act Lawsuit Dismissed
September 24, 2024
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Too Late to Sue: Court Upholds Prescription in Construction Site Injury Case
In a ruling emphasizing the critical importance of adhering to legal deadlines, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Fifth Circuit, affirmed the dismissal of a personal injury lawsuit due to prescription, leaving the injured plaintiff without recourse. In the case, the court affirmed a trial court judgment that dismissed Tammy Blanchard’s personal injury claims due to
September 22, 2024
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Street Collapse and the Question of Notice: Court Reopens Case Against City and Contractor
Slip-and-fall Lawsuit Dismissed for Lack of Actual or Constructive Notice
September 22, 2024
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Manual Labor Trumps Independent Contractor Status: Court Secures Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Deceased Worker’s Family
Can Independent Contractors Performing Manual Labor Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Louisiana?
September 21, 2024
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Siblings Awarded $200K in Legal Malpractice Case: A Cautionary Tale of Attorney Negligence
In a poignant reminder of the potential consequences of attorney negligence, the Louisiana Court of Appeal recently upheld a substantial $200,000 legal malpractice award to four siblings who tragically lost their brother due to their former attorneys’ alleged mishandling of a wrongful death lawsuit. This case highlights the importance of competent legal representation and the potential
September 19, 2024
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No Bond, No Appeal: Louisiana Court Dismisses Workers’ Comp Appeal for Procedural Misstep
In a decisive move highlighting the importance of procedural adherence in workers’ compensation cases, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Fourth Circuit, dismissed an appeal because the appellants failed to post a required appeal bond. This decision underscores the importance of adhering to procedural requirements in workers’ compensation appeals. Case Background: Angela Jackson sustained an ankle
September 18, 2024
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New Orleans Appeals Court Dismisses Appeal Due to Lack of Final Judgment, Underscoring Importance of Decretal Language
In a stark reminder of the importance of procedural precision in the legal world, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Fourth Circuit, recently dismissed an appeal due to a lack of a final, appealable judgment. The case highlights the critical importance of precise decretal language in judgments, even in seemingly straightforward summary judgment grants. Cassandra Smith
September 18, 2024
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Louisiana Court Reverses Summary Judgment in Medical Malpractice Case, Highlighting Importance of Fact-Finding in Proving Negligence
In a significant development for medical malpractice litigation in Louisiana, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal recently reversed a summary judgment, underscoring the importance of thorough fact-finding and the potential need for expert testimony in such cases. The case, Diana Deruise-Pierce v. University Healthcare System, L.C., et al., underscores the necessity of thorough fact-finding and
September 17, 2024
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Wrongful Service, Case Dismissed: Louisiana Court Stresses Proper Procedure in Medical Malpractice Suit
The Importance of Accurate Service of Process Information in Lawsuits and Trial Court Errs by Granting an Exception of Prescription to Insurance Company
September 17, 2024
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Jeffrey Berniard
Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.