This Orleans Parish law blog has discussed admiralty law, how it is the area of law that relates to injured seamen and how they can seek compensation for their damages. The doctrine of maintenance and cure applies to persons that the law determines are seamen. One of...
Month: August 2016
Navigating the aftermath of an auto accident
From Bossier City to New Orleans, semitrailer trucks roar across the highways and byways of the Pelican State. Despite this horsepower on display, most trucks pass to, from or through Louisiana without incident. But when an 18-wheeler accident happens, the property...
Car accident sends vehicle into Lake Pontchartrain, one injured
It is always a great idea for Louisiana drivers to employ good driving habits and maintain a proper lookout while driving. But there are some conditions and places where motorists must be on their best driving behavior. A heavy rainstorm is one situation where drivers...
Can a family recover for the wrongful death of an elderly victim?
Many inhabitants of New Orleans parishes have been fortunate to enjoy a long life. They have survived wars, Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and more. Tragically, it is possible for elders to die as a result of the negligence of another. This blog post will discuss, in a...
After consumer injuries, protecting consumer rights
On a typical day, residents in New Orleans rely on various products to effectively get through his or her day. Automobiles, household products and other consumer goods make life easier and provide many benefits. Whether a product is designed to complete a certain task...