An activist claims that a chemical plant in LaPlace, Louisiana has poisoned the air of the entire parish by emitting fumes of a potentially carcinogenic byproduct into the atmosphere. The plant is now one of several parties named in a wrongful death and...
Toxic Exposure And Work Injuries
Bridge tragedy highlights construction dangers to non-workers
Many residents of Louisiana and elsewhere are aware that construction is a dangerous industry. In fact, those who work in building or road construction face hazards every day that others rarely encounter. However, people who walk or drive near construction sites may...
Asbestos: the stealthy killer
Louisiana construction workers face a substantial risk for death from mesothelioma, asbestosis and other asbestos-related diseases. As FindLaw explains, asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral that has been mined for over a century in the United States and...
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...
Toxic exposure in the workplace: A real problem
Depending on your profession, you may realize that you work in close proximity to toxins on a regular basis. Of course, you take the proper safety precautions in an attempt to avoid injury or illness. Unfortunately, there are times when workers receive exposure to...
What should you know about workplace injuries and accidents?
Louisiana workers deserve an environment that they feel comfortable and safe in. Unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere, and some of these accidents can be deadly. At the , we work to help you through the difficulties of losing a...
Things to do if you’re injured in an industrial accident
Any type of industrial accident is one that can cause serious injury or even death. Even though you are aware of the potential dangers of your career, this doesn't mean you should move into another field. Instead, you should do whatever you can to remain safe at all...
Compensation sought after worker’s death
Residents in Louisiana who must grieve the loss of a loved one in an unnecessary accident at a work location may understandably be wondering what type of justice can come from such a horrible and unnecessary event. Many laws and regulations are in place designed...
Wife of former football player files for wrongful death
It has been just over a year since the death of former Saints lineman, Will Smith, who was shot eight times and killed after rear-ending another car and driving away. The New Orleans Advocate reports that Racquel Smith, his late wife, has filed a wrongful death...
Industrial accidents: Steps to take if you are injured
Do you work in a warehouse, factory, or chemical plant? How about another type of industrial environment? If so, you know that you often face dangerous work conditions. While you do your best to avoid trouble, you never know if something bad could happen. Despite the...