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Stairway to Dismissal: Missed Deadline Leads to Summary Judgment in Injury Case
This case focuses on the procedural aspects of a personal injury lawsuit, highlighting the importance of deadlines and the consequences of missing them. Case Background Charles and Jeri Kouba sued the City of Natchitoches after Mr. Kouba fell on a staircase owned by the city. They alleged a defect in the staircase caused his injuries.
December 11, 2024
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December 11, 2024
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Who’s Responsible When a Step Collapses?
The following case deals with a common scenario: a guest gets injured at a business and sues, alleging negligence. But the legal outcome hinges on a crucial factor – whether the business owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition that caused the injury. Case Summary Melanie Mark was injured when a wooden
December 11, 2024
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Slipping Through the Cracks: The Importance of Timely Legal Action
statute of limitations. Micken appealed, arguing that the substitution of defendants should relate back to the original filing date, making her lawsuit timely. The Court of Appeal, however, upheld the trial court’s decision, emphasizing the importance of naming the correct parties within the prescribed time frame. Key Takeaways: This case serves as a stark reminder
September 26, 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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No Duty, No Liability: Court Clears Stanley Access Technologies in Revolving Door Accident Case
Door Closing Mechanism Causes Trip and Fall, Who is Liable? and When a Slip and Fall Isn’t Just an Accident: Understanding Merchant Liability
September 16, 2024
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Louisiana Court of Appeal Rules in Favor of Golden Nugget in Slip and Fall Case
Louisiana Court Reverses Slip-and-Fall Judgment Against Hospital, Highlighting “Reasonable Care” Standard
September 14, 2024
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Louisiana Court Reverses Slip-and-Fall Judgment Against Hospital, Highlighting “Reasonable Care” Standard
Can a Homeowner Bring a Lawsuit Against a Contractor for Injuries?
September 11, 2024
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Ochsner’s Summary Judgment in Slip and Fall Case Overturned
The Clock is Ticking: Understanding Prescription in Louisiana Personal Injury Cases
September 9, 2024
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