Toxic Spills and Mass Torts: Victims can Recover for Mental Trauma and Distress A recent case from the Louisiana Court of Appeals has made it easier for Louisiana residents to recover for emotional distress and trauma with respect to toxic chemical spills and other mass torts. Generally, here in Louisiana, […]
Category: Wrongful Death
Under Louisiana law, if a person dies here in Louisiana because of the wrongful conduct of another, there are two potential legal cases that can be filed — a wrongful death case and a survival action. As the Louisiana Supreme Court once explained, each type of case “… arises at […]
If a loved one has recently died of COVID-19 in a Louisiana nursing home or has suffered a COVID-related hospitalization because of nursing home negligence or abuse, you have a right to sue under Louisiana law. You should consult with experienced Louisiana nursing home neglect lawyers who will fight for […]
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a big rig, semi-tractor, 18-wheeler, or other type of truck you can sue for money damages under Louisiana law. You will need the help and dedication of experienced Louisiana 18-Wheeler accident lawyers like the ones at Mansfield, […]
Under Louisiana law, wrongful death claims are appropriate when “a person dies due to the fault of another.” These cases can be brought against an individual or a corporation (or other large entity), and the cause of death can include negligence, reckless behavior, and intentional conduct. Here’s how wrongful death […]