Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog
A recent Louisiana Court of Appeal decision has underscored the importance of adhering to legal formalities when gifting significant assets, even within a romantic relationship. The case involved a dispute over the ownership of a thoroughbred racehorse, highlighting the specific requirements for making a valid donation under Louisiana law.
Wesley Hawley, a racehorse trainer, purchased a filly named Clever Sue. He later placed his then-fiancee, Denise Reed’s, name on the horse’s registration papers. When the relationship ended, Hawley transferred the title back to himself. Reed sued, claiming ownership of the horse and the right to its prize money.
The trial court ruled in favor of Hawley, and the Court of Appeal upheld the decision.
A recent Louisiana Court of Appeal decision underscores the importance of insurance agents fulfilling their duties with reasonable diligence and care. In 
In a heart-wrenching case involving the sexual assault of a patient at an outpatient psychiatric treatment facility, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, recently affirmed a summary judgment that dismissed claims against two individual owners/officers of the facility. The decision, handed down in 
In a recent decision, the 
In today’s interconnected world, it’s not uncommon for employees to find themselves working across state lines. But what happens when an injury occurs in a different state than where the employment contract was formed? Whose laws apply? Can an injured worker sue their employer, or are they limited to workers’ compensation benefits? These questions were at the heart of the recent case 
Imagine moving into your new apartment, only to find it’s more like a horror movie set than a cozy home. Mold creeping up the walls, evidence of unwanted rodent roommates… it’s enough to make anyone sick. But does that automatically mean your landlord is liable? A recent court case dives deep into this messy situation, highlighting the legal hurdles tenants face when seeking damages for a less-than-habitable dwelling.
Providing sufficient expert testimony can be crucial to prevailing a medical malpractice lawsuit. But what happens when the court determines that the expert testimony offered by a doctor on the plaintiff’s behalf is insufficient because the doctor does not specialize in the same field as the defendant? 
Today, in the age of ever-prevalent social media, it is easier than ever to express opinions about events and even other people. It is also easier for people to find one another’s statements, even if the people involved don’t know one another. Statements about emotionally charged events can harm a person’s reputation, social standard, or self-worth. The courts must balance free speech and private citizens’ protection. The Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal recently considered such a situation. 
When an employee suffers a work injury, it may result in negative consequences for the employee’s health. While Louisiana’s workers’ compensation laws allow the employee to recover damages for these future health complications, this has its limits. The employee must prove that this future negative consequence was related to the initial injury at work. This ensures that employees who are rightfully harmed are compensated while also protecting businesses from having to pay for every future medical problem the employee has.