If you are a Louisiana resident who recently lost a loved one due to someone’s negligence or misconduct, you may be thinking about bringing a wrongful death lawsuit against the person or entity responsible for your loved one’s death. You also may be...
Year: 2017
Recognize the signs of traumatic brain injury
Traumatic brain injury impacts the most vulnerable Louisiana residents the most: newborns, toddlers and the elderly. Teenagers and 20-somethings are not immune, however, as their developing brains still need considerable protection. At ,...
Do you have a medical malpractice claim? What to do next
There is nothing worse than the thought of suffering an injury at the hands of a medical professional. If you find yourself in this position, you need to learn more about your legal rights. You may find that you can file a medical malpractice claim with the idea of...
Workplace toxic exposure
At the law firm of , M.D., J.D., LLC, in Louisiana, we know that you often can be subjected to dangerous and/or deadly workplace conditions if you are an industrial worker. Places such as chemical plants, factories and warehouses can be...
What can truckers do to stay safe on the road?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration provides tips for Louisiana truck drivers who navigate busy highways. Whether you only pass through doing long hauls on Interstate 20 or you make short runs throughout the state every week, you can help keep...
The definition of wrongful death
When you hear the term "wrongful death," you may wonder what exactly this means. At , we know it is important for you to understand this concept so you know when you need to take action. FindLaw says that wrongful death means that...
What is the Medical Review Panel?
If you are a Louisiana resident who suffered injury as the result of your doctor’s negligence or the negligence of another health care provider or health care facility, you may be considering filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. One of the things you need to be aware...
Watch for semitrucks while driving on Interstate 10
Nobody gets on Interstate 10 thinking that they are going to be slammed into by a semitruck, but some unfortunate individuals face that exact event. An 18-wheeler accident can dramatically change your life. These crashes sometimes rip people away from their family...
Alarming facts about truck accidents
Large truck accidents account for a major portion of highway deaths in Louisiana and across the nation. Per the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s most recent statistics, in 2015, 11 percent of highway deaths involved a truck. Of the 3,852 people who died,...
Stressful work conditions may lead to truck accidents
It is a well-known fact that large trucks are involved in many accidents across the country every year. Fast highway speeds and the immense size of commercial trucks can create a deadly combination. Truck drivers in Louisiana and elsewhere may also work in stressful...