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What Happens If a Trespasser Gets Hurt on Your Property in Louisiana?
Personal Injury |March 19, 2020
Accidents on private property can be confusing, especially when the person injured was never supposed to be there. Louisiana has unique rules that outline when a property owner may be responsible and when they are not. This guide breaks down those rules in a c..
Read MoreMardi Gras Injuries and Legal Liability in New Orleans
General |January 22, 2020
Every year, Mardi Gras transforms New Orleans into a lively celebration filled with color, parades, and music. More than 1.4 million people gather across the city to enjoy the tradition, but with such massive crowds come higher risks of accidents and injuries...
Read MoreHow Insurance Companies Devalue Car Accident Claims — What Drivers Should Know
Car Accident |December 5, 2019
When you’ve been in a car accident, you expect your insurance company to be there when you need them. You’ve paid your premiums, followed the rules, and trust that they’ll handle things fairly. But when the first offer arrives, many people are surprised ..
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, one of the first documents created is the police accident report. Insurance companies, lawyers, and sometimes even judges rely on this report to understand what happened. But these reports aren’t always flawless. Small mist..
Read MoreLouisiana Bicycle Law: What You Should Know
Bicycle Accidents |May 18, 2019
Autonomous features can influence a crash, but they do not automatically decide fault. Responsibility is based on driver behavior, system performance, and legal standards that apply to all road users. This matters across different accident types, not just car ..
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 often leave people with serious injuries, damaged vehicles, and a lot of uncertainty. It is normal to have questions right after an unexpected crash, especially when multiple factors, federal rules, and state laws shape what happen..
Read More10 Things You Need to Know About Car Accidents in Louisiana
Car Accident |January 31, 2019
Car accidents in Louisiana can be stressful and confusing, especially when you are unsure of what to do or how the laws apply to your situation. From insurance requirements to fault rules and strict deadlines, understanding how Louisiana handles car accidents ..
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