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Trial of Louisiana Man Involved in Fatal Accident Postponed
Recently, a Louisiana courtroom was full of people from both the family of the 6-year-old boy killed in 2012 and the family of the man accused of negligent homicide in connection with the boy’s death. The deceased boy’s family was hoping for a verdict regarding the fatal accident, but the […]
read moreThe Connection Between Cell Phones and Louisiana Car Accidents
It may be difficult to find anyone in Louisiana that does not have a cellphone these days. People carry their phones everywhere and some even use them while driving. The connection between cellphones and car accidents is gaining more attention. Drivers can now be fined for using a cell phone […]
read moreLouisiana State Police Investigate Auto Accident
Many factors contribute to a driver losing control of his or her vehicle when other conditions, such as weather, are not a factor. Distracted driving, impairment and excessive speed seem to be three of the most often cited reasons. One of these factors may have caused a recent fatal auto […]
read moreLouisiana Man Arrested for Fatal Pedestrian Accident
A 54-year-old Louisiana woman suffered fatal injuries after being struck by a vehicle on Dec. 29. The supposed driver of the vehicle involved in this fatal pedestrian accident failed to remain at the scene. Police believe the responsible party is now in custody. From evidence gathered at the scene, Louisiana […]
read moreDriver in Fatal Accident in Louisiana Charged
Despite the amount of evidence and public service announcements regarding the dangers of drinking and driving, people continue to get behind the wheel of their car after consuming too much alcohol. When doing so, drunk drivers put their lives at risk as well as the lives of everyone around them. […]
read moreSeaman Claims Employer Violated the Jones Act in Louisiana Suit
The federal government recognized decades ago that seamen and other maritime workers needed compensation for injuries suffered on-the-job with the passage of the Jones Act and the Longshore and Harbor Workers Act. The latter act provides for workers’ compensation benefits for workers that are not seaman. Louisiana seaman are most […]
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