If you are facing criminal charges in Louisiana, you may find some of the terminology confusing. Legal and political terms may not be as clear as you would like and can lead to misunderstandings. We at and Associates are here not only to...
Year: 2017
Know the differences between the Jones Act and the LHWCA
If you work on or near a ship and got injured, you might be wondering what you should do. Instead of traditional workers' compensation, you have two options for filing a claim: under the Jones Act or under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. The...
The most dangerous children’s toys of 2016
As a parent in Louisiana, you likely try to do everything possible to protect your child, but sometimes you may unknowingly bring dangers into your own home. We at and Associates work to keep your family safe, which is why we have compiled...
How to spot the signs on an aggressive driver
If you are like many other drivers in Louisiana and across the country, you may become frustrated and even angry while navigating through traffic. It may be overwhelming to get caught in a traffic jam while trying to get to an important appointment or meeting. In...
Factors contributing to sentinel events
Part of the trust between Louisiana patients and their doctors stems from the belief that in the operating room, the surgeon will perform the right surgery on the right part of the body. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Wrong-site, wrong-procedure and...
What you need to know about the Jones Act
While personal injury claims and workers' compensation filings may be common for workers on Louisiana land, if you are hurt while at sea, you may be confused about what help is available to you. This is why the Jones Act was created, to provide guidance for seamen...
Was your child charged with underage drinking at college?
Your son is hard-working, smart and attending a great college. Everything seems to be going great until you get an unexpected call that he has been busted for underage drinking. This shocking revelation comes with a whole host of questions. You might be wondering what...
Solitary confinement in the center of recent lawsuit
Many people in Louisiana may not consider the welfare of men and women once they are incarcerated. However, the welfare of prison inmates is a growing concern. A recent lawsuit highlights why some of the methods used in prisons are questioned and why the conditions of...
Dangerous driver distractions: Texting
Louisiana is a state in which texting while driving is illegal, punishable by $175 to $500 depending on the number of violations a driver racks up. It's treated as a primary offense moving violation, but why is it treated so seriously? Simply put, it's treated that...
Steps to take after a prescription drug recall
When you head to a pharmacy in Louisiana to pick up a prescription drug, you want to believe that the medication you are about to take is not only effective but also safe. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. The law firm of and...