Products Liability

News of a medical device recall can cause alarm. Many recalls involve labeling updates, software or targeted device corrections. A recall does not automatically mean a device caused harm but it does signal that a manufacturer or the FDA identified a problem that needs...

Imagine a quiet evening at home that turns into a nightmare because a space heater sparks a fire. You expect the products you buy to meet basic safety standards. When those items fail, and a loved one loses their life, the emotional and financial toll is overwhelming....

Imagine taking your prescribed medication as directed, expecting to feel better. Instead, you experience troubling symptoms that leave you worse off than before. You trust medications to heal you, not harm you. However, defective medication can cause serious health...

When a defective product causes a serious injury, a victim's first question is often: Who can be held responsible? In Louisiana, the law can hold several different parties responsible when a defective product causes a serious injury. Under the Louisiana Products...

If a defective product caused you a serious injury, knowing about the Louisiana Products Liability Act (LPLA) can make a big difference. This law governs how injured parties can recover damages when a product causes harm. It’s designed to hold manufacturers,...

When a defective product injures or harms you, product liability laws allow you to seek compensation. Understanding the types of compensation available can help you navigate the legal process and know what to expect when pursuing a claim. Types of compensation...

After sustaining a serious accident while using a defective product, seeking a legal remedy could get you the compensation that you need to move forward. These types of personal injury actions can be complex, and whether you prevail may depend on evidentiary support...

Working a job in an already hazardous environment is stressful enough. In addition, workers should never have to worry about whether the equipment required to complete the work is going to operate correctly, especially when their safety depends on it.Would you be...

Products that are released into the stream of commerce are often scrutinized for safety at many levels before they make their way into the hands of New Orleans consumers. The strict review of safety that products are subjected to often catches problems before the...

Over the last year, news about the pharmaceutical industry has made headlines. From stories about the skyrocketing prices of life-saving medications to developments in new medicinal treatments, New Orleans residents are able to glimpse into the world of the drug...