April 19, 2023
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Utility Ground Hole Fall Lawsuit Fails on Lack of “Constructive Notice”
If you fall into a utility box with no cover, one would likely think they can recover for the damages they endured. However, in Louisiana, lawsuits aren’t as easy as you think. For example, is a company responsible for the utility box if it didn’t have “constructive notice” the ground hole cover was defective? The
April 18, 2023
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Door Closing Mechanism Causes Trip and Fall, Who is Liable?
Who is Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident in Louisiana, the Landlord or Tenant?
April 18, 2023
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A Warning Cone and a Wet Floor, Who Wins in a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?
We have all seen warning cones and signs in front of a wet floor at a business. But what happens when you fall in front of the warning cone? Can the company still be held accountable for your injuries? The subsequent lawsuit, Kenner, Louisiana, shows how courts review slip and fall lawsuits on wet floors
April 17, 2023
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Injured on a Boat on Land, Can you File a Lawsuit with Maritime Claims?
Employers Potentially Liable After Seaman Injured on Tugboat
April 17, 2023
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Accidents
Can a School be Held Liable for a Visitor’s Injuries on its Campus?
Schools are institutions for learning and public meeting spots for numerous events. People come and go daily and the safety of all visitors is paramount. But what happens when a visitor to a school is injured on the premise? Can a school be held liable for a visitor’s injuries on its campus? The following case
April 16, 2023
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April 15, 2023
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Accidents
Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission Found Not at Fault for Child’s Injuries
When someone is injured in an accident, the question often arises, who is at fault? Certain factors must be met to find fault in an injury case. The following case outlines the elements which must be proven to file a personal injury lawsuit against a public park in East Baton Rouge.   While climbing spectator bleachers
April 15, 2023
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Considering a Lawsuit? Don’t Discard Evidence Critical to Your Case
An important safeguard in the law is the requirement for an accusing party to support its allegations with facts and, ultimately, evidence. There are multiple reasons to have this protection in place. Proceeding with a claim that makes a wrong conclusion against another party would not be particularly fair or just, nor would it be
April 14, 2023
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Litigation
Dow Chemical Asbestos Exposure: Why Your Case Might Get Complicated by Insurance Fights
If you worked as an electrician at a Dow Chemical plant or a South Louisiana shipyard, you were likely exposed to toxic asbestos for years. When victims like Sidney Mabile, Sr. file lawsuits to hold these companies accountable, the legal battle often turns into a ‘blame game’ between big corporations and their insurance companies. These
April 14, 2023
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Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.