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Staying Safe During Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Here at Trust Guss Injury Lawyers, we are ALL ABOUT letting “les bons temps rouler” every year come Fat Tuesday. As much as we love the parades and parties in our city, we have also seen what can happen when residents and visitors to The Big Easy have dangerous and even life-threatening accidents and incidents […]

Why Do Party Bus Accidents Take Place?

Thousands of people board party buses each day, evening, and night. As an alternative to limousine rentals, party buses are a popular way to enjoy bachelor and bachelorette parties, pub crawls, winery tours, and more. Passengers have a reasonable expectation to return safely after their time on a party bus. Unfortunately, accidents can happen even […]

What Is a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

If a negligent individual or business injures you, you may seek compensation for your damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and many others. You can do this through a personal injury claim or, if necessary, a personal injury lawsuit. If you’ve recently suffered an injury, you always want to understand the difference between a claim […]

What are the Chances of Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Life often throws curveballs. For some individuals, a personal injury is one of the curveballs they must deal with. Injuries come with pain and discomfort, missed hours at work, and medical bills. No matter what personal injury you suffer, you will face financial losses, logistical issues, and other inconveniences. You deserve compensation for all of […]

Louisiana Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

Louisiana follows a fault-based system for personal injury claims, which means that the party responsible for causing an accident is also liable for the resulting damages. Taking this into account, the state law imposes a strict time limit for filing a claim—known as the statute of limitations. Louisiana’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims […]

What Is Vicarious Liability and How Does It Apply to Personal Injury Law?

Vicarious liability is a legal doctrine that holds one party responsible for the actions of another, even if the responsible party was not directly involved in the wrongful act. This principle often applies in personal injury cases when an employer, business, or institution is held accountable for the negligence of an employee or agent acting […]

Who Can Pursue Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Claims & Compensation?

Marines & Families Can Now Seek Justice for the Cancer, Birth Defects & Other Injuries Caused by the Toxic Drinking Water at Camp Lejeune, NC. Thousands of marines and families now have a path to justice after being severely hurt by the heavily contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base in North Carolina. […]

How to File A Personal Injury Claim: The Do’s and Don’ts

When it comes to what to do after a car accident, there’s a lot to think about. Questions come at you fast, and dealing with insurance companies can be overwhelming and annoying. How do you file a car accident claim? What information do you need? How fast can you get help? You just want to […]

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, when the two meet, it […]

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