They don’t always get the big headlines, but auto insurance fraud cases happen frequently. In Louisiana, the State Police Insurance Fraud/Auto Theft Unit announces arrests and investigations regularly. Cases may involve staged crashes, falsely reported injuries or...
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Workers’ Comp For Issues Related To Opioid Addiction
A recent influx in cases involving the use of opioid medication for catastrophic injuries and surgery, related to workers compensation claims, resulting in major and expensive dental procedures has caused both workers compensation adjusters and stakeholders to stand...
Why does it cost so much to insure Louisiana drivers?
Louisiana has some of the most expensive auto insurance rates in the country, and we can’t even blame icy roads or snow.Which begs the question for insurance agencies, why does it cost so much to insure Louisiana drivers? As it turns out, there are several factors at...
What do insurance companies consider when determining fault?
You have probably heard it said that there are two sides to every story. In some cases, the sides relayed might be incredibly different, especially after an accident.Sometimes it is difficult for a driver to accept responsibility. And many times when insurance claims...
Four arrested for staging an auto accident in Acadia Parish
Insurance fraud is still a rampant problem, as indicated by the arrest of four Crowley residents who staged an auto accident in Acadia Parish. The Louisiana State Police, working out of the Lafayette field office, are still looking for two more people they believe...
When is a homeowner liable for injuries on their property?
When dealing with premises liability in Louisiana, state law focuses on the condition of the property and the action of the owner and visitor as opposed to giving primary concern to the injuries of the visitor.Louisiana property owners or tenants must maintain a safe...
Report finds Louisiana least affordable for auto insurance
Louisiana has recently won the distinction of having the least affordable auto insurance in the nation. A report by the Insurance Research Organization found the ratio of expenditures to median household income was the greatest in the nation. The report found that in...
A car’s safety features won’t necessarily lower insurance
Technology has gone a long way toward making cars, trucks and other motor vehicles safer. Today’s high-teach features means that drivers are safer than ever on the roads.As automobile manufacturers develop better, more advanced safety features, many consumers are...
Rise in scooter use leading to frequent emergency room trips
Trampolines, hoover boards and four wheelers are all examples of enjoyable inventions that are present in the U.S. Unfortunately, the fun comes to an end when injuries occur, and injuries happen a lot. It’s estimated that trampoline accidents lead to 90,000 emergency...
Premises liability cases require additional perspectives
Premises liability claims can pop up anytime, anywhere in Louisiana. It doesn’t matter if it’s in a parking lot, the baking aisle of a grocery store or at an amusement park. Accidents happen in a continuous stream. That is why an experienced defense is so important....