The unfortunate truth about violent crimes committed by police officers, especially while they are on duty, is that they often go unpunished. Excessive use of force and outright police brutality frequently do not result in any sort of investigation, let alone an...
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3 kinds of car crash injuries you could overlook after a wreck
Checking yourself and others for signs of injury after a car crash is a smart decision. You should, at least, cursorily determine whether or not anyone requires emergency medical assistance. Unfortunately, that brief review you've performed on yourself and your...
Why fighting a bad faith insurance claim denial is worthwhile
When you pay for an insurance policy, you expect the company to pay any claim you may need to file. That is the point of insurance, to protect yourself against losses and minimize your personal liability. Unfortunately, there are insurance companies that will deny...
The 3 true types of distracted driving
Using the cellphone in the car is definitely a type of distracted driving, but did you know that it’s actually three types happening at once? This is why using a phone in the car is so dangerous and why it consistently leads to serious accidents. Part of the issue...
How much will a Louisiana car crash cost if you aren’t at fault?
Your motor vehicle is probably one of the most expensive pieces of property in your name. It is also one of the most dangerous tools that you may use on a regular basis. Vehicles are responsible for thousands of injuries and hundreds of deaths in Louisiana every year,...
Who picks your workers’ compensation doctor in Louisiana?
When you’re injured on the job, your number one concern is getting better – and getting back to work as soon as you can. Your doctor is critical to that process. In many states, injured employees are restricted to only certain doctors that will accept workers’ comp...
How to offset your vehicle’s diminished value after a crash
A car crash can mean thousands of dollars in unexpected expenses and lost income. A collision is a massive disruption to your schedule. It may leave your vehicle in need of major repairs and you in need of medical support. Given that you were not to blame for the...
What jobs have the highest risk of injury at work?
There are two different kinds of statistics that you can evaluate when determining how dangerous a specific workplace might be. Frequently, when people talk about the most dangerous industries, the statistics that they highlight relate to fatalities on the job....
2 unfair tactics insurance companies use to deny you coverage
You will depend on the insurance coverage of the other driver and possibly also your own policy after a motor vehicle collision in Louisiana. You likely expect that car insurance will repair your vehicle, if not replace it outright. You also expect coverage for your...
The DOJ wants to investigate Louisiana police officers’ use of force
One of the most common reasons people call the police in an emergency is because the police have the right to carry firearms and use force when necessary. What might result in an arrest for the typical citizen is perfectly legal when done by a police officer on the...