Louisiana Injury Lawyers Blog

May 22, 2020

Be a Smart Passenger

With the summer season on the horizon, more and more people are taking vacations and going on road trips. Passengers kick back, get comfortable, and begin their journey to their destination. This often includes people foolishly resting their feet up on the dashboard of the vehicle. Maybe it’s a habit, maybe it’s more comfortable, or maybe you even want a better look at that fresh pedicure. Whatever the case may be, it is never a smart idea.

I cannot tell you how bewildered I am when I am driving on the highway and see a passenger in the next vehicle with their feet carelessly propped on the dash. This is the easiest way to get seriously injured in an auto accident.

May 18, 2020

Suspected of Shoplifting? Know Your Rights!

by Cardone Law Firm

Have you ever been detained in a store by a security officer? Did that officer use excessive force? It is important to know your rights if you have been apprehended and accused of shoplifting, whether the allegations are true or not.

When an individual is suspected of shoplifting in a retail store, he or she is likely to be detained by security or the store owner. In Louisiana, this detention may not exceed sixty minutes. Although the store personnel may keep the shoplifter detained for a reasonable time until the police arrive or the situation is resolved, the detainee has the right to remain silent and does not have to sign an admission of guilt.

May 4, 2020

Do Not Let COVID-19 Impact Your Personal Injury Case

by Cardone Law Firm

I’m sure we have all noticed the major difference in traffic during our daily commute. Because of many individuals being out of work, working remotely or simply not having to follow their every day routines, the roads are much less crowded.

With states all across the country implementing stay-at-home orders and encouraging people to only leave their homes for essential needs, Americans are driving less than before. With fewer drivers on the road, we are seeing a sharp decline in car wrecks and auto claims.

April 24, 2020

IN A WRECK – WANT A QUICK CHECK?

by Cardone Law Firm

There is no simple answer to this question. It depends on whether the car wreck is disputed or undisputed. Let’s discuss the factors that must be considered under each scenario.

UNDISPUTED CLAIM

April 21, 2020

The Reality of Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

by Cardone Law Firm

Today, it feels like you cannot go anywhere without hearing about Coronavirus. It is certainly filling everyone’s thoughts each day. There is so much that remains unknown, but during these times of doubt, the health and safety of our community is the top priority.

However, for some individuals, reality of the virus has already set in. Day after day, we watch the numbers of individuals being diagnosed with Coronavirus rapidly increase. Many families are also having to deal with death of loved ones as a result of this illness. Dr. Anthony Fauci, NIAID Director, recently revealed that between 100,000 and 240,000 of our fellow American’s could die from COVID-19.

April 17, 2020

Your Settlement Check Comes With Strings Attached!

by Cardone Law Firm

A car accident can happen in just the blink of an eye, and the first thing many people want to do is see a doctor for his or her injuries. But, who is going to cover your medical treatment?

Over 140 million individuals in the United States receive health insurance benefits through Medicare or Medicaid. If you receive this type of coverage, it may be used to cover your hospitals bills after an auto accident. However, there is a catch.

April 10, 2020

Run Smart – Walk Smart

by Cardone Law Firm

For hundreds of millions of people around the world, Coronavirus has us on lockdown, wearing masks, maintaining social distance and self- diagnosing every odd pain, sniffle and sneeze. Most of us want to bust out of this governmentally ordered self-quarantine faster than a politician’s promise that help is over the next horizon!

Many people are going outdoors to walk, jog, and run on the streets and highways of our communities just to “get out.”

March 27, 2020

INVOLVED IN A SLIP AND FALL?! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

by Cardone Law Firm

Coronavirus is on everyone’s mind, and rightfully so. In this time of uncertainty, the safety and well-being of our clients, staff, friends, and community at large is our top priority. However, life goes on for us at the Cardone Law Firm. We are getting calls, emails and texts from folks who have been involved in accidents and need our help.

Yesterday, I received a call from a prospective client, Jeffrey, who complained about injuries he suffered in a slip and fall. These cases can be extremely difficult for attorneys in Louisiana to obtain a recovery for you. Louisiana Law is crafted to favor shop owners, restaurants, retailers, supermarkets, hotels and other retail establishments.

October 30, 2019

Hard Rock Hotel Collapses, Killing Three and Injurying over 30

by Cardone Law Firm

On Saturday, October 12th, a devastating collapse occurred at the New Orleans’ Hard Rock Hotel, leaving three of the on-site construction workers dead.

In addition, 30 others were injured as the top floors of the building crumbled down in the midst of construction. Amid the chaos, two of the three deceased still remain unrecovered within the rubble of the disaster.