PRESS RELEASE Patrick H. Yancey Has Been Nominated and Accepted as a Two Years AIOPIA’S 10 Best in Louisiana For Client Satisfaction The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Louisiana’s Personal Injury Attorney Patrick H. Yancey as Two Years 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction. The American… Read More
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Punitive Damages Available in Louisiana under General Maritime Law
Louisiana law has limited circumstances that allow punitive damages. But the Louisiana Supreme Court ruled last year that the state can award punitive damages for accidents arising under federal maritime law. What Are Punitive Damages? There are two types of damages: compensatory and punitive. Compensatory damages are designed to make the victim whole. For example,… Read More
Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Louisiana
In 2016, a woman named Mary Jane Wilde died from complications related to mesothelioma. Her siblings filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Huntington Ingalls, which used to be known as Avondale Shipyards. Mary’s father worked at Avondale Shipyards for a few years. The lawsuit claims that he was exposed to asbestos at work and that… Read More
4 Saints who were holy lawyers
Check out this article about four saints who practiced law with the desire to serve God above all things. Read Article Here
Understanding the McCorpen Defense
Jones Act employers must provide seamen with maintenance and cure if injured or become ill while in the service of the vessel. However, there are certain defenses that allow employers to avoid maintenance and cure liability. For example, under the McCorpen defense employers may deny benefits to injured seamen who “knowingly fail to disclose a… Read More
Legal Options after Losing at Trial in Automobile Injury Lawsuit
Not every automobile injury lawsuit initially succeeds in court. But if at first your case doesn’t succeed, there are ways to try again. For example, you may file a motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict, a motion for a new trial, and an appeal. (Note that all of these options are available and you don’t… Read More
Don’t be Scammed by ‘going out of business’ sales
A “going out of business” sale can sometimes be a chance to pick up a bargain, especially for big ticket items. But be sure you know what you’re getting before you spend any money. Comparison shop before you buy. Don’t assume the going out of business price will be the lowest. Search for the same… Read More
Is a reverse mortgage a sound financial choice?
A reverse mortgage is a loan that pays you money from the equity in your house. When you borrow money to buy a house with a traditional mortgage, you make monthly payments to the lender. As you pay down the amount owed on the loan, you increase your equity in the house. With a reverse… Read More
Recovering insurance you’re due after a disaster
A natural disaster can come in many forms — hurricanes, fires, tornadoes, earthquakes, flooding. When disaster damages or destroys your home, you need to act quickly to recover the insurance money you need to rebuild. As soon as it is safe to do so, contact your insurance agent or company. They will send an adjuster to examine… Read More
Fainting or dizziness not always cause for alarm
Occasionally feeling lightheaded is not rare, especially among older adults. Usually, it is nothing serious. The most common causes are dehydration; the side effects of medication; a sudden, temporary drop in blood pressure when standing up; or low blood sugar. Having a drink of water or orange juice and lying down for a few minutes… Read More