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.
Accidents happen unexpectedly, and they can lead to serious injuries. This is why you have to be fully aware of your medical benefits. Whenever you're in an accident, you should ask your lawyer about the effect of a pre-existing condition injury to your medical claim. There are a lot of instance...
Riding a motorcycle in Louisiana is exhilarating, breathtaking, and dangerous all rolled into one. The sad fact of the matter is that the next time you go for a ride on your hog it might be your last. Motorcycle accidents do not make up a large percentage of the total number of accidents in the s...
Workplace injuries are serious issues for employees who find themselves out of work because of the injury they suffered while performing their job duties. An injured employee could miss one day at work, one week, months or even years depending on the severity of their injuries. One of the most co...
Louisiana is an amazing place to call home. The great weather, the warm Gulf waters and thrilling outdoor activities. Unfortunately, with fun in the sun comes the risk for injuries – especially on the water. What happens if you get hurt in a boating accident? Here is everything you need to know a...
Driving is a privilege and not a right. This is a saying that you most often hear around the time you are learning how to drive for the very first time. It is true. But, even though it is true there are still drivers out there who have no regard for others around them on the roads of New Orleans ...
Did you know that in Louisiana, about 100 to 150 vehicular crashes occur each month? The state of Louisiana is among the top 5 states with the most number of car crashes in the country. In 2017, a total of 1,153 vehicular crashes recorded were considered severe, and 706 of these were fatal and we...
These days, shopping is as easy as picking up your cell phone. Consumers make their purchasing decisions based on good faith that the product they buy will be both safe and sold to them as advertised. Unfortunately, the quality of some may not be up to par. If you are injured by a product that i...
Almost eight percent of the workforce in the United States works in the service industry. This sector of the economy encompasses several divisions that include different service-producing groups, from transportation, communication, utilities, trade, real estate and other professional services. On...
The Social Security Act defines disability as “the inability to perform any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment, which is expected to result in death or which lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period.” The disability...
Some lines of work carry more hazards compared to others. An oil refinery or plant is one such example. Workers and employers try to prevent these hazards from turning into accidents as much as possible for the safety of everyone involved. Sometimes, however, there are unforeseen incidents that ...
Workers' compensation law makes sure that you are well-protected in the workplace, especially if your line of work is more hazardous than the rest. These include maritime workers, seamen, and plant and refinery workers. Injured workers are normally covered by workers' compensation, as long as it...
There's nothing like riding a motorcycle. The experience of driving your bike at high speeds in an open road brings a combination of thrill, fear and pleasure. Despite the adrenaline rush, however, being on a motorcycle exposes the rider to accidents and injury that even the World Health Organiza...
While no maritime worker wants to be hurt at work, they are aware of the dangers it comes with when deciding to make this field their career. They are always at risk for accidents and injuries as they deal with various equipment that can malfunction, critical shipping cargo, unstable weather con...
There are two acts in the U.S. Constitution that protect the rights of Americans who work at sea if they are ever injured at work. These are the Longshore and Harbor Workers Act (LHWCA) and the Jones Act. Many maritime workers do not know one from the other, but it's important they do. Keep read...
In most states, it is the job of a property owner to keep their property maintained and safe for other people. This is especially true in the state of Louisiana. Property owners who are aware of potential risks and dangerous conditions on their property are responsible to let others know about t...
After you experience any kind of accident – whether it's a personal injury or an injury that happened due to someone else's negligence – you are bound to be shaken up in one way or another. You should be aware of the fact that you have the right to file a claim against the party that is responsi...
You work diligently at your job every day, and you make sure that everything is being done as it should be. However, we're only human, and it's possible that you suffer from an injury while on the job. In a work injury, we are 100-percent positive that workers' compensation will come into play a...
New Orleans is known as The City of Festivals, and with good reason. No matter what you are seeking, you will find it – from creepy ghost and swamp tours to wild parties and endless fun. Not only is it home to Mardi Gras and Bourbon Street, but also to delicious beignets, spicy gumbo and copious...
The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, or the LHWCA, is a federal law that offers benefits to harbor workers, longshoremen, shipyard and maritime workers in the United States. Other non-seamen marine workers who have been injured or developed various illnesses due to their job on na...
Social media is completely embedded in every aspect of our society nowadays. It's normal for people to rant on sites like Twitter or Facebook if something in our everyday lives goes wary. According to a 2018 social media study by the Pew Research Center, 68% of U.S. adults use Facebook, 73% use ...
Casinos are a magical place free of kids, work and responsibilities. The last thing one would expect to do while enjoying their time at a casino is injure themselves while trying to win a jackpot. Unfortunately, though, it is still a possibility, as injuries can happen anywhere, anyplace and at ...
Getting injured at work can put a serious dent in your day-to-day life. You should be aware of the various facets of workers' compensation and the benefits you are entitled to. So, what should be your first order of business when you are injured at work? Who should you reach out to? Keep reading...
No safety, know pain. In 2016, over 5,100 workers from across the nation were killed on the job, and over 2.9 million workers endured non-fatal injuries. In Louisiana alone, there were 95 fatalities and 35,000 non-fatal injuries. The state has the sixth highest rate of work-related injuries in t...
As a maritime worker, you have probably experienced your fair share of injuries. After all, your job isn't easy. You may be wondering when you would need workers' compensation as a maritime worker. What kind of injuries that you experience on the job allow you to be eligible to receive workers' ...
If you have ever suffered a serious work injury, you're probably familiar with workers' compensation. For those of you who aren't, workers' compensation is insurance provided by an employer that reimburses an injured worker for getting hurt while on the job. Most workers who are injured while at...
Schwartz Law Firm LLC attorneys bring over 25 years of combined experience securing personal injury recoveries and workers’ compensation successes in New Orleans and southeast Louisiana.
