There are many nuanced laws that lawyer need to know when handling an auto case. The policy limits, exclusions, overlapping coverage are a few issues that come up all the time. Lawyers also need a good investigator who can find out about other policies that may be our there that can change the value of the case.
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | May 10, 2021 |
Every day, there are more drivers on the road, and your risk of being involved in an auto accident increases.
There are 227.5 million registered drivers in the U.S. today. Historically low fuel costs in recent years and the expansion of suburban areas means traffic levels have reached record...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | May 03, 2021 |
Maritime workers love what they do — but they also put themselves at risk every time they head to work. These essential workers face the threat of accidents and possible injuries that could occur because of their vessel's conditions or the weather while on the waters.
While no employer can contro...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Apr 27, 2021 |
It's difficult enough to process the death of a loved one. It's an even harder pill to swallow if someone else's negligence and misconduct caused the death.
You also have to deal with the costs of arranging a funeral and burial on top of the financial and emotional hole that the deceased will lea...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Mar 08, 2021 |
Every day, millions of people depend on public buses to get around their cities.
And in bustling areas like New Orleans and Baton Rouge, public transport is one of the most essential parts of many residents' lives. Unfortunately, bus accidents are fairly common, with nearly 63 thousand bus accide...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Mar 01, 2021 |
On Thursday, May 7th, 2020, a bill that would make it illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving won approval in Louisiana's state Senate Transportation Committee. However, just two weeks later, on May 21st, 2020, the bill failed in the Louisiana House.
The vote was 49-45, which is four ...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jun 08, 2020 |
The current Coronavirus pandemic is ever-changing. In just the past few months, the United States has gone on complete lockdown in an attempt to flatten the curve so that the healthcare system doesn't reach capacity.
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Although this method is showing promising results, there is conti...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Mar 02, 2020 |
Schwartz Law Firm LLC Has Been Nominated and Accepted as Two Year AIOLC's 10 Best Workers' Compensation Law Firm in Louisiana For Client Satisfaction
The American Institute Of Legal Counsel has recognized the exceptional performance of Louisiana's Workers' Compensation Law Firm, Schwartz Law Firm...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Sep 05, 2019 |
Compensation For Casino Slip-And-Falls And Other Accidents
Since gambling was legalized in Louisiana, numerous land-based casinos, riverboat casinos and race tracks have sprouted up in the New Orleans area and Baton Rouge. Sometimes a fun diversion turns tragic when patrons are injured due to dan...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jul 17, 2019 |
What would make our state safer for walkers?
Louisiana is one of the top five most dangerous states for pedestrians, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). We have one of the highest rates of pedestrians killed by motor vehicles.
Nationwide, pedestrian deaths hav...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jul 08, 2019 |
Suffering an injury in any type of accident can change your life in an instant. Your injury might require surgery and extensive time in rehab before you can even consider going back to work. An accident caused by someone else's negligence that has left you injured should not leave you in a financ...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jun 27, 2019 |
You may be feeling #blessed after coming out of a car accident alive or with minimal injuries, and you probably want to share with your online followers about your well being. However, posting an inappropriate comment or photo can have major effects on any potential injury lawsuits or insurance c...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jun 12, 2019 |
When you file for workers' compensation, you may be asked to submit to an independent medical exam, or IME. This is basically a second medical opinion, which might contradict your doctor's assessment of your injury. If you need surgery, or long-term disability, an IME is more likely.
The bad new...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Apr 09, 2019 |
Being involved in a car accident is never an easy ordeal. Even the most minor of accidents can wind up causing you a ton of stress, emotional distress, and a lot of money. A minor accident can wind up injuring you to the point of being unable to work. Some of the most severe accidents are those t...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Apr 02, 2019 |
Have you suffered an injury in an accident? Are you worried that you won't be able to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party? Do you know what kind of injuries qualify as personal injury? If not, this is an important post for you to read. The team from the Schwartz Law Firm wants you to unders...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Mar 19, 2019 |
Being injured in any type of accident (construction, car, motorcycle, slip and fall, or workplace) will most likely force you to consider filing a claim against the party or parties responsible for the accident. Personal injury victims are entitled to compensation for the injuries they've suffere...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Mar 12, 2019 |
Car wrecks are a common occurrence on the roads of Louisiana and the rest of the country. It almost seems inevitable that a car accident is going to occur at one point or another. But, why do they happen? What are the most common causes of car accidents in Louisiana? Let's take a look at the five...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Mar 06, 2019 |
The high rate of auto insurance in Louisiana has been a problem for years for drivers, even for those who are properly insured. In 2011, the state passed a ‘No Pay, No Play' law. The law requires all drivers to not only have a valid license, but also be properly insured if they wish to drive lega...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Feb 27, 2019 |
Workers' compensation is an important insurance policy that companies all throughout Louisiana provide for their employees at no additional cost to the employees. Workers' compensation claims are filed every day of the year as employees suffer injuries or illnesses on the job. When an employee is...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Feb 21, 2019 |
There are plenty of opportunities for boaters to enjoy the waterways of New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. When you go out for a day on the water you are taking risks. You can be the safest boater on the water, but if you encounter other boaters who don't follow the rules or are reckless, yo...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Feb 15, 2019 |
A common question many personal injury lawyers get from their clients is related to food poisoning. Can you sue for food poisoning? This is a smart question to ask if you've eaten at a Baton Rouge, LA restaurant and then got sick. But, is it the right question to ask after getting sick at a local...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Feb 01, 2019 |
Americans love their pets. When deciding which pet to bring home, the choices can vary from fish in a bowl to more popular choices like dogs and cats. For many people, a dog is the pet of choice. While viewed by many as the most loving and loyal choice, their usually protective nature also makes ...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jan 30, 2019 |
One of the cornerstones of the American justice system is equal treatment under the law for all Americans. As Superman used to say, “Liberty and justice for all.” It sounds great in theory, but that is often not the reality experienced by many Americans. This unequal treatment under the law ofte...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jan 30, 2019 |
Since the first car hit the roads over a century ago, drivers have come up with distractions that took their minds off the task of driving. From fiddling with the car stereo to texting, there have always been things that take our attention, if only for a few moments, from focusing on the task of ...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jan 23, 2019 |
There's no questioning the convenience of a car. Since the time they were first introduced over a century ago, people have been looking for ways to increase speed and comfort while driving, making safer and more reliable cars. Unfortunately, while technology has come a long way, car accidents ar...
Posted by Christopher “Chris” Schwartz | Jan 17, 2019 |
It's really important to have the right type of car rental insurance if you're going to rent a car. This can mean the difference between shelling out your life savings after an accident or having a company that can help relieve the financial burden. Your own personal car insurance company may ha...