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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
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.
