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What You Need to Know About the Dupixent Lawsuit – Risks, Side Effects, and Legal Action

Dupixent (dupilumab), manufactured by Sanofi and Regeneron, is a prescription medication used to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis), asthma, and chronic sinusitis. While it has offered relief for many, recent reports and lawsuits suggest that Dupixent may be linked to serious, undisclosed side effects — including rare forms of blood cancer. Patients across the U.S. are […]

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Filing a Dupixent Lawsuit – How Victims Can Seek Justice and Compensation

With lawsuits mounting nationwide, Dupixent patients who developed severe health conditions — including vision issues, inflammation, or even T-Cell lymphomas — are seeking justice. Understanding how the lawsuit process works can help you take the right steps to protect your rights and secure fair compensation. How Dupixent Lawsuits Work Dupixent cases fall under **product liability […]

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The Hidden Dangers of Working at Chemical & Explosives Plants — Lessons from Tennessee

A Tragic Wake‑Up Call A catastrophic explosion on October 10, 2025 at the Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) munitions/chemical facility in rural Tennessee claimed the lives of 16 workers and laid bare the serious hazards that exist when manufacturing, processing or storing explosives or chemical‑based materials.The blast destroyed a building on the 1,300‑acre site near Bucksnort/McEwen, Tennessee, and debris was […]

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Mansfield Melancon Secures Major Legal Victory Protecting Survivor Privacy in Lafayette Parish

A Landmark Win for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Mansfield Melancon Injury Lawyers is proud to announce a significant legal victory in the 15th Judicial District Court in Lafayette Parish. Attorneys Collin Melancon and Seth Mansfield successfully defended against a series of motions filed by the Diocese of Lafayette in a child abuse case involving […]

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Former New Orleans Priest Arrested on Rape & Kidnapping Charges — What Victims Need to Know About Legal Options & Accountability

A devastating new chapter in New Orleans’ clergy abuse scandal has come to light: Mark Francis Ford, a former priest who later held public office, was recently arrested in Indiana and charged with first-degree rape, second-degree kidnapping, sexual battery, and indecent behavior with a juvenile (source: Fox8Live). The alleged victim—a person with disabilities—claims abuse beginning […]

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Is It Possible to Get Out of Jury Duty? 

Jury duty in Metairie, Louisiana, may involve serving on civil cases—such as personal injury or contract disputes—or criminal trials ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. It is possible to get out of jury duty, but only under specific legal exemptions.  You may also avoid jury duty by requesting a deferral based on valid reasons such […]

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The Difference Between Tort Law and Personal Injury Law 

Tort law is a broad area of civil law in Louisiana encompassing all civil wrongs or injuries caused by one party to another. Damages may include physical harm, emotional distress, or property damage. This blog explains the difference between tort law and personal injury law in Louisiana to help accident victims understand how to protect […]

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Louisiana’s Comparative Negligence Law Is Changing in 2026: What Injury Victims Need To Know

When you’re injured in an accident, fault plays a major role in how much compensation you can recover. For decades, Louisiana has followed a pure comparative negligence system, which allows injured victims to recover damages even if they’re mostly responsible for the accident. However, that will change beginning January 1, 2026, when the state adopts […]

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$230 Million Compensation Fund for New Orleans Archdiocese Abuse Survivors – Deadline Approaching

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans reached a proposed $230 million settlement in September 2025 to resolve more than 500 clergy sexual abuse claims filed after the Archdiocese declared bankruptcy in 2020. This revised settlement offer—an increase from the previous $180 million—was made to persuade attorneys and survivors to vote in favor of the […]

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Louisiana Sexual Abuse Lawyer: What Parents Should Know After the Sean Michael Gardner Arrest

The arrest of Sean Michael Gardner, a former gymnastics coach from Prairieville, Louisiana, has brought national attention to the dangers children face in youth sports. Gardner, a Dutchtown High graduate, faces sexual abuse and child exploitation charges in multiple states, including Mississippi and Iowa.  For families throughout Louisiana, this case is a devastating reminder that […]

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Mansfield Melancon Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers was founded to protect the rights of accident victims in Louisiana. Since our founding, we have become a recognized leader in personal injury law, recovering tens of millions for our injured clients. Our legal team boasts decades of combined experience and is known for taking on complex catastrophic injury and accident cases.

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Mansfield Melancon Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers serves injured clients throughout Louisiana. We have office locations in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette to better serve accident victims across the state, including Orleans Parish, East Baton Rouge Parish, and Lafayette Parish.

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