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Louisiana's hands-free driving law is now fully enforceable. Under House Bill 519, passed as Act 519 of the 2025 Regular Session, the state updated La. R.S. 32:300.5 to restrict drivers from holding or using a cell phone while driving on public roads. The law first took effect on August 1,...

Key Takeaways Waiting can weaken evidence and reduce the value of your claim. Louisiana law allows only one year to file most injury claims. Delays in treatment or documentation can be used against you Early legal guidance helps protect your case and helps you avoid common mistakes. Waiting to hire...

Truck accident cases in Louisiana often involve severe injuries, multiple insurance companies, and lengthy investigations. Before heading to court, many of these claims are resolved through pre-trial mediation, a process designed to help both sides reach an agreement without the stress of a trial. Mediation gives accident victims a chance...

After a New Orleans or Metairie accident, most people focus on medical care, insurance calls, and repairing their vehicle. In the middle of all this, one early decision quietly shapes everything that follows: speaking with a New Orleans car accident attorney before dealing with insurers or signing any documents. The...

Tourists flock to New Orleans and Metairie for the vibrant culture, live music, and world-famous food. But when an accident happens during a visit, the experience quickly turns into a confusing legal and insurance challenge. Visitors often face unfamiliar state laws, short filing deadlines, and questions about how their own...

Most truck accident victims in New Orleans don’t realize how fast critical evidence can vanish, sometimes within days. While you’re focused on medical care and car repairs, trucking companies and insurers may already be securing data that supports their side. Most New Orleans truck accident cases come down to what...