Rescue workers in Louisiana and elsewhere put their lives on the line every single day. Sadly, some do not make it home to their family members. Recently, a fire chief was killed while investigating a car crash. If negligence contributed to his death, his surviving...
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Thinking about filing a wrongful death claim?
Lose a loved one due to another person's negligence? Wondering if it is possible to seek compensation? According to the state of Louisiana it may be possible. To do it, though, -- if it is deemed appropriate -- it is necessary to file a wrongful death claim in civil...
Louisiana wrongful death: common fatal work injuries
On-the-job accidents happen all too often in Louisiana and elsewhere. When they do, those injured may access workers' compensation benefits in order to assist them with their medical care, recovery and -- if applicable -- disability needs. What assistance is available...
Louisiana wrongful death: Head-on crash claims 3 lives
An auto collision in Louisiana has claimed three lives. This wreck occurred at the beginning of December in the New Orleans area. The surviving family members of the victims may pursue compensation for their losses by filing wrongful death claims in civil court....
Do not wait forever to file that wrongful death claim
After losing a loved one, the last thing on most people's mind is going to court. Closing out his or her estate and grieving is generally at the top of the list, and that is okay. If the deceased lost his or her life due to the negligent actions of another individual,...
Wrongful death and other legal claims filed against fraternity
Several legal claims were recently filed against the Kappa Sigma fraternity affiliated with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Just over a year ago, a pledge for this fraternity crashed his car into a pedestrian. The mother of the victim has filed a wrongful...
Louisiana wrongful death: Lost a loved one to a drunk driver?
Louisiana sees more that its fair share of drunk drivers and DUI-related auto accidents every year. This is both a state and national problem. Sadly, numerous individuals experience the pain of losing loved ones due to the actions of those who chose to driver while...
Wrongful death claims possible after heavy equipment accidents
Louisiana is home to numerous construction workers and other individuals who work around and with heavy equipment. Sadly, accidents happen, and people lose their lives in accidents involving such equipment. When they do, surviving family members may be entitled to...
Get help with a wrongful death claim
When you lose a loved one due the negligence of another individual, you may feel lost and confused about what to do next. Should you do anything to seek compensation for your loss? Can you do anything? Under the right circumstances, according to the state of...
When a medical mistake results in a wrongful death
When in need of medical assistance, everyone wants to believe that he or she will receive the best care. People want to believe that medical providers have received all the training they need to do their jobs and to do them right. Unfortunately, mistakes do happen....