Natchitoches, Louisiana, Legal Blog
In recent years, thousands of victims have come forward all over the world to speak about their abuse at the hands of members of the clergy. Many of them have also taken action, filing lawsuits against the individuals and institutions that perpetrated and covered up...
Recent changes in Louisiana law have changed the time limits for filing a clergy abuse case. Previously, a sexual abuse case against a member of the clergy had to be filed before an individual turned age 28. Now, a clergy abuse case may be filed anytime. If you are...
For victims of clergy abuse, it can seem as if silence is the only thing that answered their pleas for justice. For too long, religious organizations ignored the abuse taking place at the hands of their clergy, leaving those who suffered alone and afraid. And every...
Sexual abuse perpetrated by a trusted member of the clergy against any child is one of the most horrific acts one can suffer. The abuse is not only traumatic in the moment, but can have lasting and harmful effects well into adulthood. If you were a victim of such...
Louisiana Gov. Jon Bel Edwards recently signed onto a five-year plan designed to achieve one objective: reduce serious accidents on the highway by 50% by 2030. The move came as preliminary data reveal that 971 drivers died in crashes on highways statewide in 2021....
Auto accidents have increased in frequency and severity in the past several years in Louisiana and across the United States. There are many reasons for this including the rise in distracted driving, speeding, driving under the influence and simple recklessness....
Pedestrian deaths continued to rise even when the county’s businesses closed and traffic dropped in 2020 and 2021, according to data released by the safety advocacy group Smart Growth America. It also found that Louisiana was among the 20 states with the highest rate...
Most residents of Louisiana view nursing homes exclusively as residents for elderly and infirm patients who are unable to care for themselves. In reality, many hospital patients who have undergone serious surgery are sent to nursing homes for brief periods of...
Autonomous vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in Louisiana and across the United States. They boast infotainment systems, backup cameras, lane assistance and other features that manufacturers claim make them safer than traditional automobiles. However, one...
No one wants to get into a car accident – it is a scary and often frustrating experience. You do your best to avoid them but you can’t control the actions of drivers around you. And when they make a mistake, you can be seriously injured before you realize what’s...