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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. […]

Is It Worth Suing an Uninsured Driver?

Motorists drive without the proper insurance for a variety of reasons. Some simply cannot afford insurance, while others mistakenly think their outstanding driving skills will protect them from accidents. Regardless of the reason for being uninsured, these individuals create a dangerous situation on the road where others can be harmed, and there is no financial […]

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 […]

Is New Orleans Dangerous?

Whenever someone asks me if New Orleans is dangerous, I CLENCH MY TEETH. On one hand, I want to shout “No way! It’s a GREAT city!” On the other hand, I’m a personal injury lawyer, so I regularly see the injuries and tragic losses people suffer in New Orleans. So, here’s the thing. New Orleans, […]

Can I Sue after a Fall in a Nursing Home

Thousands of nursing home residents are injured in accidental falls each year. In fact, according to information published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between one-half and three-quarters of nursing home residents fall each year. Fortunately, some of these injuries may be compensable by filing a personal injury claim against the person […]

Texas Good Samaritan Laws

Imagine you’re traveling to work one morning and are suddenly involved in a traffic accident. You’re conscious, but you need medical attention. While EMS is on the way to the scene of the accident, a bystander removes you from your vehicle, and in the process, your head strikes the car frame. You suffer a concussion. […]

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 company refuses to pay, or […]

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