Lake Charles Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Law Blog
Nurses face numerous occupational hazards
Nurses provide necessary care to patients in all types of health care environments. Unfortunately, their jobs come with a number of risks that endanger them physically and mentally. With the occupational hazards they encounter day in and day out, nurses suffer from a...
Reviewing different types of car seats
When it comes to car seats, there are many different factors you need to take into consideration if you have a very young child who rides in the vehicle with you. For example, you should review the installation instructions carefully and the guidelines for your child...
Know the laws about Louisiana bike safety
Bike laws keep cyclists safe on the road. If you frequently ride your bicycle in Louisiana, review the state safety regulations to avoid injury in an accident. Cyclists should know these important Louisiana and Lake Charles bike laws. Where to ride Louisiana does...
Medications and Medical Malpractice
Louisiana medical providers in hospitals treat a broad range of patients, and each case is unique. In some cases, doctors believe the administration of strong medications is necessary. We often represent clients who have devastating injures due to severe medication...
Difficulties with the hurricane insurance claims process
Many Louisiana residents know the devastation a hurricane can bring. Some hurricane survivors are also conscious of the fact the storm does not necessarily end once there is no more wind and rain. Insurance law prohibits the need for consumers to pay more than one...
Virtual medical appointments may increase misdiagnosis risks
Although video conferencing appointments make it possible for Louisiana residents to see a physician remotely, there may be a downside. Telemedicine may serve a vital need for individuals who cannot travel or leave their homes, but it does not allow a doctor to touch...
How do fall incidents impact workers?
As a worker in Louisiana, you deserve to stay employed at a place that values employee safety. Unfortunately, it is impossible to avoid all workplace dangers. But some places are often riskier than others. You can see this when you examine fall statistics for various...
The consequences of an overloaded semi-truck
Thousands of big rigs roar along southwest Louisiana roadways every day. If they veer into your lane or take other action that causes a collision, you could sustain severe injuries that have life-altering consequences. We often represent clients injured in a crash...
What is “black box medicine?”
Advancing technology has made a huge impact on the field of medicine. In addition to robotic surgical tools, artificial intelligence is also playing a role in diagnosing ailments in what is known as "block box medicine", which involves artificial intelligence. Patient...
Get the facts about Louisiana workers’ compensation
Louisiana has a no-fault workers' compensation system. Employees who experience a work-related illness or injury can receive coverage for medical bills and lost wages regardless of how the accident occurred. Review the basic process of filing a workers' compensation...
