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Mardi Gras Injuries and Legal Liability in New Orleans
General |January 22, 2020
Every year, over a million people travel to New Orleans to experience the excitement of Mardi Gras. From the parades and costumes to the music and rich cultural traditions, it’s a celebration that draws both locals and tourists alike. However, behind the..
Read MoreInjured in a Car Accident? Don’t Trust Your Insurance Company to Tell You How Much Your Case Is Worth
Car Accident |December 5, 2019
When you’re injured in a car accident, the last thing you expect is a battle with your own insurance company. You’ve paid your premiums on time, followed the rules, and trusted that your insurer would have your back when you needed them most. But t..
Read MorePolice Accident Reports in Louisiana: What They Say, What They Miss, and Why It Matters
Car Accident |December 1, 2019
After a car accident in Louisiana, the police report can either support your claim—or seriously hold it back. Insurance companies treat these reports like gospel, and courts often rely on them heavily. But here’s the problem: accident reports can be incomp..
Read MoreLouisiana Bicycle Law: What You Should Know
Bicycle Accidents |May 18, 2019
Many people enjoy using bicycles as both a mode of transportation and a form of exercise. Thanks to the installation of bike paths and lanes throughout Louisiana in recent years, it has become even more of a valid option for the 4.66 million people who call Lo..
Read MoreElmira Preston vs Memorial Hospital Civil District Court of New Orleans
Case results |April 30, 2019
$ 25 million In 2011, Rico Alvendia and Jeanne Demarest along with their fellow plaintiff steering committee obtained a $25,000,000 class action settlement for hundreds of families who had loved ones, to include patients and medical staff, who were stranded fo..
Read MoreSchreiber vs JCC Civil District Court of New Orleans
Case results |April 29, 2019
$ 17 million AKD went to trial in the case of Schreiber vs JCC, and won a $17,000,000 jury verdict in the Civil District Court of New Orleans. The case involved a local athletic club, wherein the Firm’s client, Mr. Schreiber, sustained serious spinal injurie..
Read MoreFaulty Vehicle Repair Civil District Court of New Orleans
Case results |April 28, 2019
$ 10 million Faulty Vehicle Repair: Settlement Settlement In 2015, AKD obtained more than $10 million dollars for a couple when their truck crushed the wife after a faulty vehicle repair...
Read MoreCommon Questions After a Louisiana Truck Accident: What You Need to Know
Truck Accidents |April 24, 2019
Truck accidents in Louisiana can be devastating, leading to severe injuries, financial losses, and complex legal battles. You probably have a lot of questions concerning your rights, your legal options, and what to do next if you or a loved one has been in a t..
Read More10 Things You Need to Know About Car Accidents in Louisiana
Car Accident |January 31, 2019
Car accidents can leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused, and unsure of what steps to take next—especially in a state like Louisiana, where the laws governing car accidents have unique twists. The way your case turns out can be significantly influenced by k..
Read MoreWHAT TO KNOW ABOUT MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS
Motorcycle Accident |November 23, 2018
Motorcycle accidents are known to cause devastating and catastrophic injuries that can alter your life forever. Injuries such as spinal cord injury, severe burns, amputation and more can cause you to suffer consequences such as the inability to work, disabilit..
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