If you are facing criminal charges, you may wonder if you can plead the fifth. You have probably heard about pleading the fifth a lot. It is commonly used in the movies and in television shows. It refers to the fifth amendment of the constitution. The very basic...
Year: 2017
Are power strips a fire hazard?
In today's high tech world, you probably have more things to plug in than places to plug them in. In a case like this, you probably use a power strip. However, what you may not realize is that many fires occur in Louisiana due to improperly used power strips. Knowing...
What to know before having an appendectomy
One of the most common surgeries in Louisiana is an appendectomy. This is the removal of the appendix. This small organ is not needed for normal body function, so removing it is perfectly okay. If it gets infected, removal can save a person's life. However, a with any...
Distracted driving paving the way for new car technology
One thing that many motorists in Bossier do not think much about is how their actions affect road safety until they find themselves involved in crashes. As dangerous as driving can be, many individuals take chances and use their cellphones, eat and mess around...
3 car accident injuries that take time to reveal themselves
This year appears to be on track for fewer severe injury and fatality crashes than 2016 in Louisiana. According to DataReports from Louisiana State University, there were 1,887 crashes involving severe and fatal injuries in 2016, while so far, as of the first week of...
Job hunting with a felony charge
Once a person is convicted of a criminal charge in Louisiana, he or she has a criminal record that can be accessed by pretty much anyone. Many employers run background checks that look at criminal records. This can make it difficult for a convicted felon to find a job...
What is the Coast Guard’s role in enforcing maritime law?
Louisiana waterways and other waters around and in the United States are rather vast. It would be very difficult to police those areas without a special law enforcement unit. The main law enforcement for maritime law is the U.S. Coast Guard. According to the USCG...
How to teach teens to be good drivers
Parents are one of the biggest influences on teen drivers in Louisiana. They are often a teen's first driving instructor. This is a role that is not to be taken lightly. Parents need to do their best to shape their teen into a driver who will be safe on the roadways....
How should I handle an adverse effect to medication?
Many people have allergies to medications. However, not every adverse effect is an allergy. In some cases, it could be a side effect that has not been seen before. Regardless, understanding the unintended effects of medication on patients is very important for health...
How to be an advocate for your health
With the number of reported medical errors reaching an all-time high, it is becoming more important than ever for you and your loved ones in the North Louisiana area to stand up for yourselves. Doctors are human and prone to making mistakes, but the consequences of...