Have you ever suffered personal injury from an accident while traveling to or from work? Generally, pursuant to the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Act employers are not responsible for injuries sustained by employees while traveling to or from work because these injuries are not considered to have occurred within the course…
When an employee is injured on the job they often have extensive medical bills and less money to pay those bills because they may not be able to work. While workman’s compensation, insurance, and disability benefits are available to cover those costs, there is another form of compensation available to…
One of the biggest fears of any parent is the sudden and unexpected death of your spouse, leaving only you to raise and provide for your children. The thought alone can be crippling. When tragedy strikes, one of the only comforts a surviving spouse can find is believing that they…
When a person is injured, a countdown begins. If you think you have a lawsuit, you need to file that lawsuit within a certain amount of time or else you will lose the right to that claim. Similar to what some states would call a statute of limitations, Louisiana uses something…
No one wants to be injured at work and thus be unable to continue working to pay one’s bills. Worker’s compensation exists to assist employees who may have been badly injured in the workplace. Among the benefits that may be paid after an employee has suffered a debilitating injury are…
If you slip and fall on a pile of food left on the floor of a supermarket and evidence shows that an employee observed the hazard a minute earlier but failed to warn you, it may seem obvious that the store was at fault and owes you full compensation for…
KONICA MINOLTA DIGITAL CAMERA When it comes to work-related injuries, employees should know their rights. Under Louisiana law, employees who suffer from an injury caused by an on-the-job accident are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. In order to successfully make a claim for those benefits, employees must prove their claimed…
After a workplace injury, navigating the benefits provided by workers’ compensation can be a complicated process. Workers’ compensation judges’ decisions are rarely overturned when their rulings are largely fact-based. A recent lawsuit out of Ouachita Parish demonstrates the importance of finding a good lawyer who can ensure that you secure…
Witnesses often play a critical role in the outcome of a lawsuit, which is why opposing parties often try to discredit witnesses that may be harmful to their argument. In a recent case where a plaintiff attempted to discredit a witness for the defense, the opinion of the judge who…
If you have been injured in a work accident, it’s important to know that limitations and restrictions are often placed on your rights under workers’ compensation packages. Speaking to a good lawyer before undergoing any non-emergency treatment is crucial to ensuring that you will be reimbursed for your expenses. A…