How Does Bail Work in Louisiana?
Many people have heard of “posting bail” or someone being “bailed out” of jail, but what does this actually mean? How does bail work? What’s the difference between bail and bail bonds? Understanding Louisiana bail bonds can be tricky, which is why many people turn to...
Is Louisiana a Common Law State?
Louisiana is known for always doing things a little differently. For example, Louisiana has parishes instead of counties, like the other 49 states. Another difference is the state’s legal system. While the other 49 states have based their legal systems on common...
What Does Assumption of Risk Mean?
What Does Assumption of Risk Mean? Some personal injury cases are very cut and dry: someone acts negligently and causes someone else to suffer from injuries. Most injury cases, however, are much more nuanced than that. One facet of personal injury law is the...
What Happens to Personal Belongings After Death Without a Will?
Most of us are familiar with the purpose of a will. A will establishes what will happen to your assets and belongings (meaning who they should be distributed to) after you pass away. But what happens if you die without establishing a will beforehand? Who will inherit...
Why Do I Have a Headache After Car Accident?
The majority of people experience occasional headaches, and a headache and minor nausea after a crash are relatively common car accident injuries. However, if your symptoms don’t resolve within a few days, a headache after a car accident may be your body’s...
Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test?
You were stopped because the officer who pulled you over believes you were driving erratically. He or she asks if you had any alcoholic drinks. You know you’re probably over the legal limit, so you decide to ignore the officer’s request for a breath test...
How Long Does it Take to Get a Settlement from a Car Accident?
There’s no denying that driving is an essential part of our lives. We use vehicles to travel to and from work, the grocery store, taking children to school, and any number of other essential activities in our lives. You may be the safest driver on the road by...
What is an Attractive Nuisance?
Premises liability laws require property owners to take reasonable precautions to any and all persons who may access their property. In other words, Louisiana property owners must ensure that people who utilize their property or amenities remain protected from...
T-Bone Car Accident Settlement
Did you know that approximately 25% of all car accidents involve a T-Bone collision? Further, nearly 18% of all fatal car wrecks can be attributed to these side-impact collisions. This makes T-bone car accidents extremely dangerous, as the front end of a car can...
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(318) 219-7867
