Hurricanes Laura and Delta left many Louisiana homes with significant damage. As the owner of one of these homes, you are undoubtedly itching to complete repairs and move on with your life. You do not want to fall victim to contractor fraud, though. Recently, two...
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Lake Charles Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Law Blog
Crash reconstruction experts help win cases
When filing a lawsuit against a negligent driver, the victim's goal is to prove fault and secure compensation for severe injuries or even the loss of a loved one. Legal teams will sometimes hire independent investigators to help determine the crash's cause and whether...
Personal injury attorneys work on a contingency
Most attorneys charge by the amount of time they work on a case. Typically, they may cite an hourly rate but will break down the time increments to shorter segments when, for example, they take 10 minutes to answer a client's email, text or phone call. There is also...
Vocational rehabilitation and your return to work
How fast you are able to return to work in Louisiana depends on the severity of your injury and the type of support you have during recovery. Relying on going back to your former job without any difficulty is most likely not a realistic expectation. Vocational...
How can I stay safe as a pedestrian?
Staying safe as a pedestrian can be challenging. Particularly if you live in an area where sidewalks are not common, the simple act of walking along the side of the road can turn into a deadly exercise very quickly. Understanding how to protect yourself as a...
Are hands-free cellphones safe for drivers?
It is well known that using a cellphone while driving is a dangerous feat. In 2018, distracted driving took the lives of 2,841 and injured 400,000 people, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In an attempt to reduce the dangers of...
How to care for a child with cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects the brain and muscles. Damage or developmental problems can affect a child’s control over his or her muscles. Those with cerebral palsy could have difficulty walking, intellectual disabilities, speech problems and more....
Can you get your job back after a work-related injury?
Sustaining a work-related injury may leave you feeling defeated. Unsure of what your future looks like, your motivation to return to work may take a backseat to a lot of bigger concerns. Working with your doctor to identify the likelihood of making a full recovery can...
Who pays for Uber accidents?
Rideshare services can be incredibly helpful, but in the event you are using a service and you get into an accident, you may wonder who is responsible for the damages. As a passenger, you hold no responsibility, and you deserve compensation. According to the American...
Starting the conversation about medical malpractice
Talking to your doctor about an injury or potential malpractice claim is emotionally difficult. It could also change the outcome of any case you try to make. As personal injury lawyers, we admittedly have some professional attachment from these issues. However, we...