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Here’s What an Injured Seaman May Recover After Being Hurt at Work

January 2nd, 2023 | Maritime

There’s no question that maritime work is necessary and vital to the economy, but it’s also frequently dangerous for the workers. The good news is that systems are in place to assist seamen who suffer...

Recent Updates in the Louisiana Private Works Act

January 2nd, 2023 | Private/Public Projects

The Louisiana Private Works Act gives provisions to laborers, material suppliers, subcontractors, and others who have not received payment for services rendered or materials provided in a construction project. Essentially, it allows workers to file...

Important Time Limitations for Injured Maritime Workers

January 2nd, 2023 | Maritime

Time is a major element of all maritime claims that some injured seamen take for granted. The Uniform Statute of Limitations for Maritime Torts sets a three-year statute of limitations for claims that arise from...

Don’t Make Any of These 5 Common Mistakes in a Slip and Fall Case

January 2nd, 2023 | Slip & Fall

Something as simple as a slip and fall accident can leave you dealing with long-term pain and mobility issues. When bills are piling up but you can’t return to work because of your injury, a...

How the Louisiana Private Works Act Can Help You Get Paid

January 2nd, 2023 | Private/Public Projects

When you’ve completed work on a construction project, you deserve to get paid. Unfortunately, actually receiving payment in the construction industry can be difficult in the best of times, and clients dragging their feet could...

The Legal Consequences of “Distracted Driving”

January 2nd, 2023 | Car Accidents

Distracted driving is more prevalent on Louisiana roads than it has ever been. This trend has caused car accidents and insurance premiums to skyrocket. Louisiana currently has the second-highest distracted driving rates. A 2021 study...

When Does Federal Maritime Law Apply To Oil And Gas Workers?

January 2nd, 2023 | Maritime

If you were hurt when working in the oil and gas industry, you may be wondering if maritime law applies to your injury. The answer is you likely have rights under federal maritime law as...

Changing the Zoning of a Construction Project in Louisiana

January 2nd, 2023 | Business Litigation

Every single piece of land inside New Orleans is assigned a zone in the city’s Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The specific zone a property resides in determines rules on everything from building heights and landscaping to...

What to Do After a Pool Accident in Louisiana

January 2nd, 2023 | Accidents & Injuries

Beating the heat with an afternoon of swimming fun is a treasured New Orleans pastime. Sadly, what should be a pleasant time cooling down while enjoying the company of friends and family can become dangerous...

How Building Code Violations Affect a Slip and Fall Case

January 2nd, 2023 | Premises Liability

Every parish or state enacts various regulations for how buildings should be constructed and maintained to keep people safe. When building codes are ignored by a negligent property owner, customers or visitors can sustain serious...