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 …
In a significant development, the U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a major federal lawsuit against two leading petrochemical companies responsible for a Louisiana facility. Known as “Cancer Alley,” this site has been linked with the highest cancer risk rates in the U.S. due to air pollution. The lawsuit targets the Pontchartrain Works facility in …
The Louisiana Civil Code serves as the bedrock of the state’s private law. It lays down the fundamental principles that regulate relationships among individuals. Born out of a unique blend of Spanish, French, and American legal traditions, it stands apart from other U.S. jurisdictions which typically follow English common law (laws based on the outcomes …
Earlier this year, the family of a Louisiana forklift driver alleged a design flaw in the forklift cab created a blind spot for the driver, which ultimately caused a fatal accident. In spite of a request for a summary dismissal, the court ruled the forklift manufacturer could potentially be held liable for damages under the …
For a few weeks in 2023, the actress Gwyneth Paltrow dominated the headlines in her role as defendant in a personal injury lawsuit, filed against her by a man who claimed he was injured when Paltrow crashed into him on a ski slope in Utah. The media covered every development in the trial (including Paltrow’s …
Mediation is a resolution process used in personal injury cases where a neutral third party, known as a mediator, assists the parties in reaching a mutually agreeable settlement. Instead of a judge or jury deciding the outcome, the parties involved control the result. The mediator doesn’t have the power to impose a decision but helps …
According to the US Department of Transportation, rideshare e-scooter programs have been adopted by 158 cities. Though the popularity with Americans of whizzing around on two wheels is undeniable, it hasn’t been that easy for residents of New Orleans to embrace this way of getting around. The love-hate relationship between New Orleans and e-scooters has …
Personal injury accidents are often associated with physical injuries, but they can also have a significant emotional impact on the victims. This hidden cost can be just as debilitating and life-altering as any physical harm sustained. Emotional trauma may manifest as feelings of fear, sadness, anger, or even guilt, affecting an individual’s mental well-being and …
In April 2023, on LA 541 near Robinson Avenue in Marrero, Pedro Manzueta, a 32-year-old from Belle Chasse, was cycling on the right side of the eastbound lane on LA 541 when a tractor-trailer driver attempted to overtake him around a curve. The trailer’s right side struck Manzueta, causing him to fall. Although he was …
