2024 Legislative Update: Time for Filing Personal Injury Lawsuits Extended
The Validity of Forms Rejecting Uninsured Motorist (UM) Coverage
After an auto accident, one of the first questions to ask is what insurance coverage may be available to help with a car rental, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages you incurred in the accident.
Avoiding Contract Pitfalls – Part 3: Physical Injury Waivers
We’ve all seen them, and we’ve all signed them. A piece of paper presented for your signature before you rent a jetski, jump at the trampoline park, or engage in all kinds of other recreational activities. If you’ve been to the dentist, hair salon, or a number of other places during the COVID-19 pandemic
Dirty Dealing: Where Does Louisiana Draw the Line for “Free Competition”?
While business disputes often involve one party claiming that another party breached a contract, sometimes unethical or shady commercial behavior does not breach an explicit provision of a contract.
Avoiding Contract Pitfalls – Part 2: Arbitration Clauses
Part 2 of our “Avoiding Contract Pitfalls” series addresses another provision that is often “buried” in contracts: the arbitration clause. Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution procedure that occurs outside of court.
The Louisiana “Small Succession” Procedure
The death of a family member is emotionally challenging enough without taking into consideration legal issues that often need to be addressed.
Avoiding Contract Pitfalls – Part 1: Forum Selection Clauses
It all begins with an idea.
Should I Waive UM Coverage to Save Money on My Auto Insurance?
These are uncertain economic times. We’re all trying to save money. If you have a car insurance premium due, you may be wondering, “Should I waive UM coverage to reduce my insurance premium?”