For a comprehensive breakdown of the statutes governing these claims, including the full text and legal requirements, see our Ultimate Guide to the Louisiana Merchant Liability Act (La. R.S. 9:2800.6) Most people believe that if you suffer a slip and fall accident in a store, you will most likely be entitled to some level of
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When a pedestrian trips on a cracked sidewalk in front of a landmark like Charity Hospital in New Orleans, they often assume the State or the City is automatically liable. However, as the case of Dawson v. Louisiana demonstrates, your case can be dismissed before it even starts if you cannot prove “Garde”—the legal term
To understand the laws governing this case, see our [Ultimate Guide to Louisiana Slip and Fall Evidence]. Imagine shopping for flooring on a Saturday. Â The store is crowded and the samples of luxury vinyl tile are starting to all look the same. Â The flooring store has graciously placed a bench in the showroom. Much to
For a comprehensive breakdown of the statutes governing these claims, including the full text and legal requirements, see our Ultimate Guide to the Louisiana Merchant Liability Act (La. R.S. 9:2800.6) Slip and fall cases seem to go with grocery stores like peanut butter goes with jelly. Â With all that slick inventory, it is surprising there
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