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Nov

When Is an Employer Responsible for Employee Actions?

Even when companies hire the best employees, they are bound to make mistakes. Other times, some make a poor hiring decision. Regardless of the situation, when employees screw up, employers could be on the hook for loads of money. Under certain circumstances, if an employee harms...

Nov

How Lawyers Can Help You After a Loved One’s Bicycle Fatality

On warm days, people like to ride bicycles for fun and as a quick, economical way to get to work. However, riders must share the road with other vehicles. In some cases, drivers do not see bicyclists, and in other cases, a bicyclist might lose control of the bike. Regardless, whe...

Nov

Accidents at Railroad Crossings Have Tragic Consequences

Let's be frank. A motor vehicle does not stand a chance in a collision with a train at a railroad crossing. Trains are utterly massive vehicles and even when traveling at slow speeds, they will almost always demolish cars and trucks in a crash and, most likely, inflict cata...

Nov

How Long Does It Take to Settle A Personal Injury Case in New Orleans?

Stewart J Guss, Injury Accident Lawyers, New Orleans Office400 Poydras Tower Poydras St Suite 1975 New Orleans, LA 70130 Caught in a game of phone tag with the insurance company? Left in the dark about the status of your claim? You're not the only one. For some ins...

Nov

Trip and Fall vs. Slip and Fall Injuries – Is There a Difference?

Having worked on premises liability cases in Texas for almost 20 years, I'm often asked if there is a difference between a "trip and fall" and a "slip and fall" injury case. Okay, so I'll just start with this - if you've fallen and been hurt, this is a distinction without a...

Nov

What Kind of Cases Do Personal Injury Lawyers Handle in Louisiana?

Stewart J Guss, Injury Accident Lawyers, New Orleans Office400 Poydras Tower Poydras St Suite 1975 New Orleans, LA 70130 The legal field encompasses many roles. Different kinds of attorneys deal with different kinds of problems. (You wouldn't get divorce lawyer to...

Nov

When Should You Contact A Lawyer After An Accident in Louisiana?

A car accident can turn your life upside down. You may be in pain, out of work, in need of a ride, financially strained, or all of the above! Luckily, if your injuries were caused by someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. But what if the insurance c...

Nov

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How is Pain and Suffering Calculated in Louisiana?

An average of 160,000 Louisiana car accidents are reported every year. Even if the drivers and passengers involved in these accidents are lucky enough to avoid common car accident injuries, they're still shaken up. They may be anxious to drive on the same road or to get int...

Nov

What Happens When Cars Hit Kids?

As a parent, the safety and wellbeing of your children is a constant priority. You make every effort to teach your children the lessons that will help them through their lives and day-to-day routines. Unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere and at any time—even after a...

Nov

The Dangers of Concussions in Youth Sports

When anyone plays certain sports—including football, soccer, or hockey—the risk of a blow to the head and a resulting concussion exists. These are all particularly harmful in youth sports since the brains of minor children are not yet fully developed and can be even m...

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