The initial shock wore off after a few hours, but the repercussions surface again and again. The divorce papers were no surprise, but still, you never expected to be served while you read a bedtime story to your daughter. Your estranged spouse retained an attorney and...
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The problems with pretextual stops
Imagine you are driving to your friend's house one afternoon. You are on I-10 when you spot red and blue flashing lights behind you and discover a police officer is pulling you over. Your mind races: Was I speeding? What did I do? Will I end up in jail for a criminal...
What employees should know about Louisiana workers’ compensation
Workplace injury and illness occur in every industry. If you experience an accident or exposure at work, you can apply for workers' compensation benefits that cover medical bills and other costs. Every Louisiana employee should understand the state laws regarding...
When is an emergency child custody order needed?
When your child's health and safety are in danger, there can be little time to lose. Louisiana allows parents to seek an emergency child custody order that lasts for up to 45 days and can keep a child away from an abusive parent until more permanent arrangements can...
How strong is circumstantial evidence in a murder trial?
Anyone facing a murder charge will want to ensure that his or her trial is fair and complete. The fate of an accused person lies largely in the evidence that the prosecution and defense present to the jury. In some cases, the evidence is direct, such as DNA testing or...
How to beat a DWI/DUI
Getting behind the wheel after a few drinks is stupid. Everyone makes mistakes, though, including the police who stop you. Drunk driving penalties can haunt you for years, even decades. You could end up paying large fines or serving jail time. A tough stance against...
Misallocation of investors’ funds may result in fraud charges
Louisiana residents might find themselves facing federal fraud charges if their business solicits investors and then applies the funds to a purpose other than initially detailed. Each separate misallocation of funds may require a sound legal defense to help avoid a...
Child custody tips for fathers
If you are a father involved in a child custody battle in Louisiana, you can be your own worst enemy. Part of this is natural. You are in a stressful situation, and you likely operate on emotion rather than thought. You need to carefully consider your every move....
Two men charged with felony fraud for unnecessary Medicare claims
Louisiana prosecutors charged two men with felony fraud in their alleged connections to a Medicare scheme that may have encompassed more than $240 million in unneeded services. If all of the allegations are true, it will be the largest health care fraud case in the...
7 steps to take after a car accident
No one wants to get in a car accident. However, in heavy traffic, or after a heavy rainfall or after unexpected ice storm, or if even you are just driving to work, accidents happen. A crash usually occurs in an instant, 77% of the time less than 15 miles from home. In...