We all value our privacy. And in our modern world, it has become increasingly important to protect yourself from identify thieves and the like. But when you are involved in litigation, you are required to disclose a lot of personal information, whether you like it…
In the world of personal injury litigation, “slip and fall” cases can be some of the most challenging cases to handle. Why? Because they are often so very difficult to prove. Let us explain. What is a “Slip and Fall” Case? Let’s say somebody is…
Mesothelioma is a terrible disease. One of the saddest aspects of mesothelioma cases is that the illness is not the result of bad genetics or poor lifestyle, it is brought on by exposure to asbestos. In the vast majority of cases, this exposure was the…
When you have a job that requires you to work around dust, fibers, chemicals, or fumes, you are put at risk for developing an occupational disease. There are thousands of potentially dangerous workplace chemicals. Some studies have shown that 4% to 10% of all cancers…
All employers have a duty to make the workplace safe. But as we all know, accidents happen. And when they do, workers’ compensation provides an injured employee with compensation for his/her injuries. Workers’ Compensation That is the purpose of workers’ compensation. These statutory laws exist…
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may want to file a lawsuit. Here are some things you should know before you do. 1. You Have a Time Limit in Which to File Your Lawsuit Even though it can take up to 40 years…
It may be common to give a recorded statement in a car accident case, but is it required? No. There is no law that requires an injured person to give a recorded statement to the insurance company of the driver who is potentially at fault.…
Here in Louisiana, we have a number of industries that have exposed workers to asbestos for years and still do— including shipbuilding, offshore drilling, oil refineries, construction, and power plants. But it’s not just jobs that pose an asbestos danger to many Louisianans. Even our…
Maritime workers know plenty about working long hours in harsh, dangerous conditions. They also know that working conditions in the maritime industry can lead to serious injury. But what may not be common seafaring knowledge is the law that applies when a maritime employee is…
Cancer. The word alone strikes fear into everyone’s heart. But some forms of cancer can be worse than others. Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that is found in the lining that protects the lungs, abdomen, and heart. The protective lining…
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