Archives for July 2012

When a New Orleans resident suffers a serious personal injury, his or her spouse also suffers. Under Louisiana law, a spouse may make a claim for monetary damages based on what is termed a “loss of consortium”. There are seven categories under which a spouse may make this claim: (1) loss of love and affection, […]

While dogs are a common pet in New Orleans, not all dogs are completely docile or safe to be around. Unfortunately, that means that dog bite injuries are not an unusual occurrence. If your child has been injured by a dog, there are a number of steps you may consider taking. Obviously, the most important […]

As experienced New Orleans wrongful death attorneys, we know that the loss of a family member can result in far more problems than just the emotional difficulty of dealing with that loss. If the deceased person provided financial support for the family, the surviving family members may find themselves in a particularly difficult situation during […]

Most New Orleans residents are familiar with the legal term “beyond a reasonable doubt” and know that when someone is accused of a crime, this is the level of proof required to prove them guilty. Our courts have set this very high standard of proof because being convicted of a crime can have severe repercussions. […]