Authorities in Louisiana took the opportunity to remind motorists not to drive while impaired, fatigued or distracted, and not to exceed the posted speed limit, after a three-vehicle accident on Monday morning that resulted in a fatality as well as minor injuries. The...
Month: November 2018
Why are medical malpractice cases hard to pinpoint?
Louisiana residents like you trust your medical professionals, often with your life. It makes sense that emotions run deep when anything goes wrong. is here to help explain what medical malpractice is, as well as why it can be hard to pin...
Will lowering the driving age for trucks lead to more accidents?
You may not be aware, but our country is suffering a huge shortage in truck drivers. This affects everyone in Louisiana because we need trucks to drive freight. They stock the shelves in the stores. Without enough trucks, store shelves stay empty. Most of these trucks...
Truckers and drowsy driving: It remains a problem
Truckers often spend many consecutive hours on the road. While it's all part of the job, it has the potential to result in fatigue. When this happens, the trucker has two options: Stay on the road and hope for the best, or pull over and get some rest. According to the...
Complications associated with forceps deliveries
When you prepare to give birth in a Louisiana hospital, chances are, you read up on the traditional birthing process as well as possible alternative procedures you may need to have, such as Cesarean sections. In some situations, however, doctors decide it might be...
What is loss of consortium?
Should one of your loved ones die in Louisiana as the result of someone’s negligence or misconduct, you have the right to bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the person or entity you believe caused your loved one’s death. One of the damages you can...