Drivers are lucky if they have never been in a car accident. However, most of us will have either been a driver or a passenger involved in a crash. Regardless of who is at fault or driving, it is a stressful moment, mainly if there are severe injuries. How people...
Month: April 2020
COVID 19 Update for Trials in Louisiana
Jury trials in Louisiana State and Federal Courts have been further suspended until July 1, 2020, and August 1, 2020, respectively. This will have a significant impact on civil jury trials in Louisiana as when trials resume, the criminal cases will likely have...
What if a co-worker causes my injury?
It is an unfortunate fact that we do not get to choose our co-workers. This can mean that, like it or not, an employee may be stuck working with someone who does not embrace safe work habits, drives recklessly or cuts corners. This reckless behavior can lead to severe...
Aaron Hernandez documentary tells a tale of CTE
There has been increased awareness surrounding traumatic brain injuries in recent years. Nevertheless, the recent documentary on Netflix called The Killer Inside insightfully details the tragic downfall of NFL tight end Aaron Hernandez. The former Patriot tight end...
Later starting times for high schools lead to safer roads
Parents of high school students know that Coventry’s 7:20 starting time for school comes early. They also see first-hand that teens are less concerned with getting a good night’s sleep, instead often staying up late even on a school night. Other everyday worries...
Victim families in helicopter crash also file suites
The world mourned when it heard the news of a helicopter crash claiming the lives of basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna. News reports at the time duly noted that seven others died in the January 26 crash north of Los Angeles. Still, it...
Louisiana Supreme Court bans jury trials until after July 1
Due to concern over the spread of COVID-19, the Louisiana Supreme Court has taken the unprecedented step of canceling any jury trials (civil and criminal) in Louisiana until after July 1, 2020. This will no doubt lead to the judiciary being even further backed up when...
Preparing for the dangers of hurricane season
Louisiana residents know full well the dangers posed during hurricane season. Only a few months away, this June will begin another summer of potentially violent storms for the Gulf region. Preparing one’s property for hurricane season serves three purposes. It can...
Woman violently attacked in a fit of road rage
It is common for some drivers to let off a little steam when driving. Ideally, this involves yelling or cursing at a fellow motorist who is driving erratically and texting at the same time. It can get scarier when angry drivers drive in a way that reflects their mood....
Fatality rates are down, but motorcycles are still dangerous
There have been alarming news regarding the 50% increase in the number of pedestrian deaths here in the United States in the last decade. So it is always nice to pass along some good news – motorcycle fatalities were down in 2018 (the most recent year of comprehensive...