Buying and selling real estate can be stressful because of the emotions and large sums of money involved. In order to have certainty in transactions involving real estate, Louisiana law has strict requirements of what is required to form a valid contract, including signatures from both the buyer and seller. What happens if a would-be
Louisiana Restaurant Held Liable for Unreasonably Risky Stairs Can a business be liable if a patron slips and falls on a wet walkway?
If You Give a Horse a Carrot – When are Visitors Covered by the Equine Immunity Statute?
One of the joys of owning property is dealing with potential property disputes. Such disputes can get especially complicated when they involve old surveys and records and promises from prior owners. This case illustrates the importance of doing due diligence before purchasing property so you understand which of your neighbors might have the right to
Lawsuits involving slip and fall accidents are widespread. However, specific requirements must be satisfied to prevail in a slip-and-fall case. The following lawsuit helps answer the question: Can a business be held liable if a patron slips and falls on a wet walkway? While walking with her son in the Treasure Chest Casino parking lot,
Slip and Fall in Louisiana Convenience Store Lawsuit Discusses Open and Obvious Risk  Supermarket Not Liable For Slip-and-Fall Because Of Lack Of Constructive Notice
Wills and testaments often lead to family drama after a family member dies. Fights over control, money, and inheritance can lead to many legal and emotional battles. When those battles of power come to a legal setting, how do courts assess if a will has validly identified a new overseer of the estate? Strouder Pelfrey
Heirs to Claiborne Parish Property Fight to Keep Company from Dividing It Up Who Has a Right to Keep a Deposit in Failed Home Sale if the Financing Contingency Fails?
Buying a house can often lead to significant stress, particularly due to the substantial financial commitments involved. A prevalent feature in real estate contracts is known as a “contingency.” One notable example is the financing contingency, which stipulates that the sale of a property is dependent on the buyer successfully obtaining a fitting mortgage. However,
The world of mortgages can be daunting, especially when it involves your most significant asset – your home. This is especially true when there are multiple property owners, or there have been multiple transactions and conveyances of this property. Ensuring the validity of a mortgage is paramount, and as the following case demonstrates, strict requirements
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