A New Legal Landscape: What Louisiana’s 2025 Tort Reform Means for You
This summer, Louisiana lawmakers passed what Governor Jeff Landry has called “the largest tort reform effort in state history.” The 2025 legislative session ended with sweeping changes to our legal and insurance systems, changes that will directly affect injury victims, drivers, and families across the state. At Saunders & Chabert, our priority is making sure […]
Who’s at Fault in a Boating Accident? Here’s What Louisiana Law Says
Author: Henri Saunders Days on the water can turn serious in an instant. When boating accidents occur, making a determination of who’s at fault isn’t always clear-cut. Unlike car accidents, boat crashes involve different navigational rules, maritime laws, and safety standards. That’s why having a legal team with deep maritime experience, like Saunders & Chabert, […]
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Louisiana? Let’s Talk Deadlines, Prescription, and What’s New
Author: Cheyenne Meek When you’re dealing with an injury, it’s easy to get caught up in recovery, doctor visits, and figuring out what comes next. But here’s the thing: Louisiana personal injury claim deadlines matter. Louisiana gives you a set amount of time to take legal action, and once that time is up, so is […]
Who is Considered a “Seaman” Under the Jones Act?
Author: Henri Saunders Navigating the waters of maritime law can be as challenging as navigating the sea itself. If you’ve worked on a vessel or spent much of your employment on Louisiana’s rivers and offshore waters, understanding your legal rights after an injury can be complicated. As a partner at Saunders & Chabert, I’m passionate […]
Louisiana Direct Action Statute Revised, Protects Insurance Company Names
Author: Henri Saunders What is the Direction Action Statute? For years, Louisiana has been one of the many states that has the Direct Action Statute (R.S. 22:1269), a law that allows someone who has been hurt (plaintiff) to sue an insurance company (insurer) directly in addition to naming the person (insured) who caused the harm. […]
Navigating the Legalities of Illegal Left Turns in Louisiana
Have you ever found yourself stuck at a light, impatiently waiting for that one driver who seems determined to squeeze in a left turn despite oncoming traffic? It’s a heart-stopping scenario, and for good reason—illegal left turns are a major cause of accidents in Louisiana, leaving a trail of frustration, damage, and oftentimes unfortunately, injuries. […]