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PREPARING FOR THE NEXT HURRICANE
Safety |November 23rd, 2018
The most important thing you can do as hurricane season comes to an end is to get yourself, your family, and your home prepared for next season. By starting early, you’ll avoid the rush at home supply stores and grocery stores, which are typically crowded and often chaotic when hurricane watches a..
FACTS ABOUT TEXTING AND DRIVING
Car Accident |November 23rd, 2018
We all love the capabilities our mobile devices offer us on a day to day basis. The ability to make phone calls from anywhere, send quick and easy text messages, or keep in touch with friends and family via social media is wonderful. However, this hasn’t come without unintended consequences. One o..
STEPS TO TAKE AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT IN LOUISIANA
Car Accident |November 23rd, 2018
An accident is an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally. Having a clear understanding of what to do after can have a profound effect. It also might be the key to your well-being, and in some cases survival. Step #1: Stop In Louisiana, it is against the law to leave the s..
MOST COMMON INJURIES CAUSED BY CAR ACCIDENT
Car Accident |November 23rd, 2018
According to the WHO (World Health Organization), more than three million people are injured every year in road accidents across the United States, causing considerable economic losses to victims and their families. The severity of the injuries will depend on each circumstance at the time of the acc..
10 CRAZY LOUISIANA LAWS
Fun |November 23rd, 2018
Louisiana is famous for their crawfish, Mardi Gras, and Jazz just to mention a few. It is rich in culture and history. This unique state serves Creole cuisine and is home to prominent culinary personalities like Emeril Lagasse. I am sure most of you already knew this. But, did you know about Louisia..
HEAD INJURIES CAUSED BY CAR CRASHES
Car Accident |November 23rd, 2018
Head injuries are one of the most common injuries resulting from a car crash. Traumatic brain injuries can have long-lasting consequences, even if the injury doesn’t appear to be severe at the time of the accident. Head Injuries are classified into two types: Open head Closed head Open head injuri..
FEATURED IN NEW ORLEANS LIVING MAGAZINE
Fun |November 23rd, 2018
We are honored to have a featured article in the New Orleans Living Magazine. The Cover of New Orleans Living ( October 2016) Article Featuring AKD (October 2016) To read the full article, pick up the magazine in your local New Orleans grocery store...
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SOFT TISSUE INJURIES
Car Accident |November 23rd, 2018
When a motor vehicle accident occurs, the impact of the crash will make everyone inside move abruptly and roughly. The force of the impact can cause soft tissue to stretch considerably, resulting in significant damage. This jolt movement very often can cause injuries. Soft tissue injuries are the on..
CHEST INJURIES IN A CAR CRASH
Car Accident |November 23rd, 2018
Thoracic injuries are common after a car accident. The damage could be caused by blunt force or penetration. Penetrating chest injuries can lacerate or injure lungs, heart or major blood vessels. Symptoms of chest trauma can be roughly the same, regardless of whether the trauma was blunt force or pe..
SAVE THE DATE: SIGNATURE CHEFS AUCTION
Community Aid |November 23rd, 2018
Dear Friends: My family and AKD have been blessed to volunteer with and to support March of Dimes for many years. This year, my lovely wife Kaitlin, cheery son Jack, and I are honored to serve as the March of Dimes Ambassador Family for the Signature Chef’s Auction. We ask with very personal empha..
