According to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, in 2021, 35 cyclists were killed and 504 cyclists were injured in traffic accidents. In Louisiana, bicycle laws significantly affect how insurance claims are handled following an accident. Cyclists must adhere to traffic regulations like those for motor vehicles, including obeying traffic signals and signs. Additionally, Louisiana law …
In October this year, a disagreement involving two 5-year-olds at a playground escalated to a hearing in the Louisiana Supreme Court, where justices determined a trial judge needs to assess whether the injury occurred during a game of tag was intentional. Originating in 2018, the incident led to one of the children breaking a hip …
In January this year, a road construction worker was tragically killed and two others were injured when a logging truck struck the crew’s vehicle. A 35 year-old man from Lake Charles was filling potholes when the crash occurred and suffered fatal injuries. Both parties worked for the Louisiana Department of Transportation. Who is liable for …
A study of five Louisiana metropolitan areas (Alexandria, Shreveport, New Orleans, Lake Charles and Baton Rouge) has revealed over 120,000 workers are doing so primarily from home. What legal protections are in place when an employee is injured at home? Remote workers in Louisiana fall under the worker’s compensation law if their injury occurs during …
Steve Wozniak will always be known as the co-founder of Apple Computers, but less known about the computing genius is he suffered a traumatic brain injury when piloting a small plane. “Woz” fortunately made a full recovery after suffering from amnesia for over a month. Traumatic brain injuries, often abbreviated as TBIs, are severe medical …
According to Uber’s most recent safety report, over 99% of Uber trips conclude without a safety issue. However, the report reveals injuries and fatalities from crashes, although small in number, do occur. Accidents involving ride share services can present unique challenges. Unlike traditional taxi services, ride share companies operate under different regulations and insurance structures. …
On September 9, 2023, Louisiana State Police responded to a fatal accident involving a pedestrian on U.S. Route 90B in Jefferson Parish. The victim, 36-year-old David Allen Smith from Missouri, was a construction worker. He was walking near the right shoulder of the road when he was hit by a dark-colored SUV. The driver did …
Medical malpractice not only inflicts physical pain but also leaves deep psychological scars on victims. Incorrect prescriptions can lead to a cascade of emotional problems, ranging from anxiety to depression. Often, people become distrustful of healthcare systems, losing faith in what should be a source of healing and care. Such distrust can impede future medical …
A Louisiana woman, Jaclyn Bjorklund, has taken legal action against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. She has alleged the pharmaceutical companies behind Ozempic and Mounjaro, did not adequately alert users about the potential for serious gastrointestinal issues related to the medications. The legal filing contends due to Bjorklund’s use of Ozempic and Mounjaro, she experienced …
Although the chance of being hit by a falling object is rare, even celebrities have close calls. During a performance by The Weeknd in Mexico City during his ongoing tour, an unforeseen event occurred—a falling object descended from above. In a brief video the artist posted on social platforms, The Weeknd was in the midst …
