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Why are Fatal Crash Rates Climbing in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, like the rest of the country, people are driving far more dangerously these days. This statement is not just a scare tactic. It is backed up by the numbers. Reckless driving has increased sharply since the start of the pandemic. Less traffic on the roads and more room have caused people to take…
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The Lifetime Costs of Traumatic Brain Injuries
There is a wide range of outcomes when talking about lifetime costs of TBIs. It all depends on the extent of your injury and your future prognosis. One study has placed the average lifetime costs of TBI treatment at between $85,000 and $3 million. This is just the cost of treatment. There are additional costs…
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Using Thermographic Imaging/Drones to Advance Hurricane Claims
Insurance companies often face delays in getting you the money that you deserve under the terms of your policy after catastrophic events such as hurricanes. Not only do they like to put up red tape, but they are also facing scores of other claims that require their adjusters to be in many places at one…
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LA Wrongful Death FAQ
What Is the Difference Between a Wrongful Death Case and a Survival Action? A wrongful death case is the claim that the family has after their loved one has died to pay them back for their own losses that they suffered. When their loved one dies, they suffer their own damages. Wrongful death cases are…
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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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