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Understanding the Different Types of Damages in Personal Injury Cases: Economic, Non-Economic, and Punitive
Personal Injury |May 14, 2023
What price for an injured back or totaled car? “Damages” in personal injury refers to compensation – economic, non-economic, and punitive – that negligent parties may pay. Grasping these distinct categories is key to balancing the scales after an accident. Comparing Key Points Type o..
Premises Liability in Louisiana: A Comprehensive Guide to Injuries on Private and Public Property
Personal Injury |May 3, 2023
No one wants a routine trip to the convenience store to end up at the hospital, but that’s exactly what happened to a shopper in 2016. The customer slipped on some melted ice that had not been cleaned up by employees, fell on her back, and sustained serious injuries. The customer sued the store’..
Proving Fault in New Orleans Bicycle Accidents: Key Factors to Consider
Bicycle Accidents |April 13, 2023
Sheng Du was awarded a $20 million settlement after riding his bicycle into an open construction trench on Sorrento Valley Road in 2017. The plaintiff suffered a spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed from the neck down. This injury occurred when Du’s bicycle tire hit an open trench in a p..
How New Orleans’ Unique Laws Impact Your Personal Injury Case
Personal Injury |April 3, 2023
When a New Orleans resident shouts the Cajun French phrase “Laissez les bons temps rouler!” (Let the good times roll!) the expected answer is “Oui, cher” (“Yeah, you’re right.”) If it happens to be during Mardi Gras, and the good times result in a stumble an..
What to Do If Someone Refuses to Provide Insurance Information After an Accident
Uncategorized |March 24, 2023
Being involved in a car accident can be stressful enough without the added complication of dealing with a driver who refuses to provide their insurance information. In the U.S., about 12.6% of drivers are uninsured, according to the Insurance Research Council (IRC). This statistic highlights a commo..
How Long Does It Take To Resolve A Typical Vehicle Accident Claim?
Uncategorized |March 6, 2023
Thanks to the rippling effect of inflation, analysts at Bankrate expect insurance rates to increase by nearly 14 percent in 2023 compared to 2022. While it’s true that motorists will likely see an increase in their insurance premiums, there is no assurance that vehicle accident claims will be ..
How Comparative Negligence May Affect Your Case
Personal Injury |February 23, 2023
In 2019, a woman, Gemma Brushett, was injured while crossing a busy street. She claimed that the cyclist, Robert Hazeldean, failed to yield and hit her, causing her serious injuries. However, it was later discovered that the woman was texting and not paying attention to her surroundings at the time ..
Understanding Punitive Damages in Louisiana Personal Injury Cases
Uncategorized |February 13, 2023
In a tragic boating accident in Louisiana, a passenger lost his life due to a hydraulic fluid leak from the boat’s steering system. The passenger’s father decided to take legal action against the manufacturer of the steering system. He sought both compensatory and punitive damages for the loss o..
Can I Sue If My Child Was Hurt at School
Personal Injury |February 4, 2023
According to Stanford Medicine, child injuries cause over 12,000 deaths in the United States each year. At least a quarter of these injuries happen on or near school grounds. This statistic is not surprising, given that children spend most of their active time in school. But who is responsible when ..
What You Need to Know About Car Seat Recalls
Personal Injury |January 28, 2023
In April of 2022, CYBEX recalled around 20,000 car seats because their headrest foam could come loose and create a choking hazard. This kind of news can be alarming for parents, who rely on their car seats to keep their children safe. In this case, CYBEX’s parent company sent seat owners a rep..
