If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident while making a left turn, you are presumed to be negligent because of the dangerous nature of the turn. You will have to overcome this presumption of negligence even if you think the accident is not your fault. See Baker v.…
Sometimes a police report isn’t everything in a lawsuit as demonstrated by a recent incident in Bossier City, Louisiana involving a peculiar car accident. Physical evidence and eyewitness testimony in a lawsuit can trump a contradictory police report. Therefore, it is important that a person involved in such an incident…
The issue of whether a doctor’s treatment was the cause of a plaintiff’s injury can ultimately be left to a court to decide. If you have been injured after receiving treatment by a physician, it is important to contact a good lawyer to make sure you maximize your odds of…
Police officers play an integral role in the health, safety, and welfare of the communities they serve and protect. There are many situations where these officers put their lives on the line. There are also some situations where these officers must aid in the day to day needs of civilians.…
If you ever suffer from a slip and fall, car accident, or other personal injuries you may be awarded compensation for your injuries by the court. The legal system relies on juries, as triers of fact, to determine damages suffered by parties, and the amount of compensation the injured person…
While participating in physical therapy sessions, most people would probably expect to be monitored by a therapist for the length of the session to ensure that things run smoothly. Unfortunately for one woman, Mrs. Laura Joinder, her physical therapist had other plans. As a result, Mrs. Joinder sued the…
If you are injured in an accident, it is important to be prepared before you testify at your deposition. Otherwise, you may find yourself making statements that opposing counsel can use against you. This is the painful lesson Dwan Jones learned in 2015, when a Louisiana Court of Appeals affirmed…
Once a court rules on a motion or a jury verdict is delivered, the losing party faces an uphill battle in getting a reversal. If you are party to a lawsuit, be sure to consult with an attorney who will help you assess the risks of a lawsuit and the…
We live in an age in which modern medicine can do wonders for people suffering from various illnesses and conditions. These drugs are designed to provide patients with the ability to live healthy and fulfilling lives. However, there are always side effects to consider when taking any drug. Each patient…
In workers’ compensation cases, the employee has the burden of proving that an on-the-job accident occurred. He or she must do so by a preponderance of evidence. Generally, an employee can do this by presenting witness testimony and documentary evidence. But what happens when there is no witness to the…