The dangers of drunk driving are well known. Every year in the United States, for instance, roughly a third of all fatalities are attributed to impaired driving. This impairment typically comes from alcohol, although there are also cases with other types of drugs....
A car crash can occur at any moment on Louisiana roads, often with very little or no warning whatsoever. For example, drivers who are following the law could end up blindsided by someone who barrels through an intersection because they are drunk and not paying...
While it’s true that many truck drivers are terrific at what they do for a living, it’s also true that serious truck crashes happen every day in the United States as a result of driver error and a host of other challenges. Truck accidents can be very dangerous for...
Festival season can be very fun and exciting, and Louisiana is world-renowned for some of its festivals. Whether you attend Mardi Gras in February or the Holi festival in March, you’ll encounter vibrant crowds, parades and an increase in tourism. Unfortunately, all of...
An accident with a semitruck can be catastrophic, especially since many trucks haul several thousand pounds of cargo and some of the shipments can contain hazardous liquids and materials. Many survivors of trucking accidents suffer from life-long injuries. While...
There is a popular misconception that personal injury lawsuits usually involve greedy people fabricating complaints to take advantage of other individuals or successful businesses. The social attitude towards such lawsuits is predominantly negative. For example,...
Every personal injury case is as unique as the circumstances that led to the claim and the people that are involved – but every case relies on evidence. As the plaintiff, if you want fair compensation for your losses, you have to meet a certain burden of proof. Many...
Drunk driving collisions are some of the most senseless automotive wrecks that occur. Although public awareness about the dangers of drunk driving is almost universal, a shocking number of people still choose to drive while drunk because they don't think about it the...
Some professions have a strong association with risk on the job. Firefighters, professional fishermen and construction workers are professionals with a well-acknowledged risk of injury at work. The oil and gas industry also has a reputation of being a very dangerous...
People can get hurt in any profession, ranging from customer service to the medical industry. Most workers, including part-time employees, have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that workers' compensation will protect them if they get hurt on the job. Although...