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
Maritime Injury: The Jones Act and How it Applies to Recovering Damages
Driving poses undeniable risks. However, travelers may need to consider how unsafe a barrier curb may be in certain situations. When is the state liable for these conditions? A case from the St. John Baptist parish considered how the state department of development and transportation was at fault for construction risks that contributed to an
For years, workers at the Placid Oil Facility in Natchitoches unknowingly brought home a silent killer on their work clothes: asbestos dust. In a heartbreaking Louisiana case, Myra Williams was diagnosed with incurable mesothelioma simply from handling and washing her husband’s laundry. If your family has been devastated by ‘take-home’ asbestos exposure, understanding how Louisiana
Injured by Ambulance Driving to Emergency Call, Louisiana Court Reviews Emergency Call Driving Standards
Municipality Must Have Notice of a Defect in a Public Walkway to be Liable for Injuries
Louisiana Legal Malpractice Case Looks at Exception of Prescription
Workers’ Compensation Act Protects Louisiana Employees Injured on Job
Plaintiff Fails to Provide Expert Witness to Sustain Medical Malpractice Suit
Summary Judgment Tripping Case from Baton Rouge Illustrates Court Complexities
Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.