Author: Jennifer Levy
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Liability for Dog Bites in Louisiana
Louisiana’s dog bite statute is different from those that you will find in most states. Elsewhere, the law is that dog owners are strictly liable for damages when their dog bites someone. All the dog bite victim would need to prove is that they were bitten. In Louisiana, the dog bite victim would need to…
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Jones Act FAQ
What Happens if I Cannot File a Claim Under the Jones Act? Some people do not qualify for the Jones Act. If you cannot file because you are a longshoreman or dockworker, there is a special program for them that is similar to the workers’ compensation program. This program is called the Longshore and…
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Protecting Your Rights After a Car Accident
Your primary right after a car accident is to receive full compensation for your injuries if someone else was to blame for the crash. This right is in conflict with the interests of the insurance company that must write the check. Therefore, they try to take advantage of their own power to compromise your legal…
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Common Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accidents often require more work to investigate than a car crash. There are many more things that can go wrong. These are large vehicles that are difficult to operate by even the most experienced drivers. When truck accidents happen, other motorists and their passengers often suffer serious injuries. Here are some of the…
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Did COVID-19 Lockdowns Reduce Traffic Accidents? It’s Complicated
2020 was an unprecedented year, and observers are still trying to unpack all of the ways that COVID-19 and the related lockdowns affected society. It seems intuitive that the lockdowns and business closures would have reduced the number of drivers on the road and, by extension, traffic accidents. The data, however, paints a complicated picture…
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Were You Injured in an Uber?
Uber provides an important convenience in New Orleans for residents and visitors alike. People can easily get around town without renting a car or following the schedules of public transportation. People who are out on the town can hitch a ride home if they have had too much to drink, preventing a potential drunk driving…