Understanding Prescription for Personal Injury Claims
Author: Cheyenne Moeller Meek If you have been injured in an accident, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damage. You get that compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit against the person responsible. In Louisiana, there are limits to how long you have to bring the lawsuit. This limit, known as […]
Licensed to Practice Law in Mississippi
Author: Scotty Edward Chabert Jr. The Saunders & Chabert team is proud to have personal injury lawyers with expertise in Mississippi and Louisiana law. As a result, our team is there for you if you have a personal injury claim in either state. Here’s a quick look at why you need a team with lawyers […]
Changes in Louisiana Law That Will Impact Your Personal Injury Suit
Author: Henri M. Saunders Tort reform was a hot topic in last year’s gubernatorial election. As a result, many people ask us questions about tort reform laws and how they will affect Louisiana personal injury law. To address these questions, let’s provide an overview of what tort reform is, Louisiana’s recent tort reform laws, and […]
Suffering Emotional Distress Caused By a Car Accident? What to Do
Author: Landyn A. Gautreau It’s not unusual to experience emotional distress after a car accident. This can include severe anxiety, being unable to drive, being afraid to ride in a car, and having difficulty with everyday tasks. While this is scary and difficult, there are ways you can get compensation and support if you’ve experienced […]
Louisiana Cap on Damages in Personal Injury Cases
Author: Henri M. Saunders We receive more questions about damages than any other topic. Our clients rightly concern themselves with how and when they’ll be compensated for injuries caused by the negligence or recklessness of others. In personal injury cases, injured parties can recover damages for economic and non-economic losses. These include damages for medical […]
Staying Safe This Mardi Gras Season – and What to Do If You’re Injured on the Parade Route
Author: Landyn A. Gautreau Louisiana experiences one of the best times of the year during Mardi Gras Season. Our parades, festivities, and traditions attract tourists from all over the country. Plus, locals look forward to the celebrations all year – as does our team! While Mardi Gras is a great season, it’s also, unfortunately, a […]
What is my Case Worth and How Long Will it Take to Resolve?
Author: Cheyenne Moeller Meek If you’re thinking about pursuing a personal injury case, you likely want to know how much it’s worth and how long it might take to reach a favorable conclusion. In initial consultations with clients, we regularly hear concerns about how long a case might take and whether settling a case means […]
Aggravation of a Pre-Existing Condition
Author: Henri M Saunders We often talk to clients who have been injured in an accident or at work but think they’re not entitled to compensation because of a pre-existing condition. The good news is that this simply isn’t true. We regularly help clients recover damages for injuries incurred in accidents or at work that […]
How to Switch Car Insurance Seamlessly
Author: Cheyenne Moeller There are lots of reasons to switch your car insurance, and often doing so will result in lower rates. Whether it’s due to a new car, a move, marriage or divorce, a new driver in the family, a bad experience with an insurance company, or frustration over high rates, there are certain […]
Why Would a Gap Claim Be Denied?
Author: Landyn Gautreau Guaranteed Asset Protection Insurance (GAP) Insurance, is a type of auto insurance that covers the difference between the amount you owe for your car and the amount your car is worth. For example, if you have a car loan of $18,000 and the blue book value of your car is $14,000, you […]