Sometimes words that we think have clear meanings become less than clear when used in the law. For instance, if a state statute prohibits cars from driving on park grounds, we would naturally conclude that a regular passenger vehicle is forbidden from entering the park. However, what about a toy…
Anyone involved in a lawsuit knows that litigation can take months or even years to resolve. Though courts try to expedite the process, the parties involved are also responsible for moving the case forward expediently. If the plaintiff in a lawsuit files a complaint and fails to take further action…
Car accident cases often involve conflicting stories from each person involved, as no one generally wants to admit fault. When these cases get brought to court, the court must decide which party is telling the truth. The following case examines how a court determines the credibility of two individuals involved…
Before purchasing motor vehicle insurance, it is vital to fully understand what the policies will cover. For instance, some policies may not cover your medical bills if you were involved in a single-vehicle accident. Understanding what is covered and what is not may help you avoid legal action in the…
Although car accidents are common, they are still stressful. When you suffer a medical injury from an accident, you must have evidence to prove your injuries. One way to do so in Louisiana is using the “Housley” causation presumption. The following case helps answer the question, what exactly is the…
It is always difficult when you lose a job. But it can be even more difficult if you feel you were unfairly fired. If you find yourself in this situation, consider what legal options are available. This is the situation Christine Simpson found herself in after being fired from her…
Imagine going shopping at your local Wal-Mart or other store and slipping and falling because there is standing water. You might think you can recover from the store for your injuries. However, simply showing that you slipped and fell is not enough to win in court. Rather, you must present…
It is extremely important to review your home insurance policy to determine what types of damages the policy will actually cover, especially in areas prone to suffer from hurricane damages. Under Louisiana law, the insured individual is required to first prove that the insurance policy covers the cause of…
Louisiana has a Direct Action Statute that allows injured third parties to sue an insurance company directly when the insurance company’s insured causes an injury. For example, if you are involved an automobile accident where you are not at fault, you can sue the at-fault driver’s insurance company directly instead of suing the…
When you signed up for automobile insurance, you might have noticed that many states now require automobile insurance agencies to include some sort of uninsured motorist (“UM”) clause in your insurance agreement. Oftentimes, the only way to get out of including this in your coverage, and therefore having to pay…