When you hear the term “statute of limitations,” it is understandable that you will probably think about a long period of time, at least a few years. Perhaps creditors send you repeated notices asking you to pay overdue bills, and you may hope that the statute of limitations will run its course, and the creditors… Read More
Medical Research Offers Several Promising Treatments for Mesothelioma, but Still No Cure
Medical miracles do happen, but for many people suffering from the debilitating illnesses that these groundbreaking treatments aim to cure, the news that medical science has once again promised to do the impossible usually offers little more than a glimmer of hope. The news makes it sound like magic, but medical research is actually slow… Read More
Is it Worth Your While to Pursue a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Car accidents only take a few seconds to unfold, but they can affect your life for months, or even years, afterward. Trying to put your life back together after suffering a serious injury can be confusing and stressful. Even if you were fortunate enough to be financially secure before the accident, the medical bills and… Read More
What are Mesothelioma Trust Funds, and How do They Affect Personal Injury Lawsuits?
It is no secret that asbestos is dangerous; it causes mesothelioma. The evidence of the dangers of asbestos is very clear; in fact, asbestos has been completely banned since 1989. As with other pollutants, simply banning the use of asbestos in new construction has not entirely removed the threat of mesothelioma. Consider the example of… Read More
How Serious is Mesothelioma, and Other Questions Almost too Scary to Ask
Any cancer diagnosis is scary, but some are more devastating than others. How likely someone is to make a full recovery from cancer depends a lot on how early the cancer is detected and where in the body it is located. Cancer research has made the long-term survival rate for many types of cancer much… Read More
How to Prove Emotional Distress
It is easier to quantify the dollar value of some things than others. If 10 people each buy $100 of beignets from different bakeries, they will probably each end up with a similar haul. Likewise, the differences between a $100 haircut and a $20 haircut are predictable; the $100 haircut takes place in a luxury… Read More
Car Accidents Involving Bicycles
Bicycle accidents are far too common in Louisiana. Unfortunately, bicycle accidents often turn deadly. If a cyclist is injured because of a negligent driver, then the cyclist is entitled to compensation. If a cyclist is killed because of a negligent driver, then the cyclist’s loved ones can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Examples of Bicycle… Read More
Who is at Risk of Exposure to Asbestos?
Who is at Risk of Exposure to Asbestos? Thousands of people die from mesothelioma every year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the outer lining of the lung and chest as well as the abdominal wall. It is caused by exposure to asbestos. What is Asbestos?… Read More
Understanding Per Se Negligence and Inspected Vessels
Understanding Per Se Negligence and Inspected Vessels In May 2015, Justin Shawler allegedly fell while onboard a boat near Venice, Louisiana, tumbling from the bridge deck to the lower cockpit deck. He sustained multiple injuries. Shawler took the offshore fishing trip with a group of business partners. He claims that everyone onboard the vessel, including… Read More
Is Your Lawsuit Frivolous or Fraudulent?
Unfortunately for legitimate plaintiffs, some people fake personal injuries and file lawsuits hoping to earn a quick buck. If you have ever seen a movie or television show in which a car accident victim puts on a neck brace just for show, then you understand the issue. Louisiana law recognizes that this is a problem… Read More
