Category: Negligence

If My Actions Contribute to My Injuries in Louisiana, Can I Still Sue Someone Else?

Those who have been injured often worry that they will be unable to recover damages (aka, money) from someone else if their own actions contributed to their injuries. Louisiana follows the pure “comparative fault” rule,…'Read More

Injured Pedestrians in Louisiana Cannot Recover When Danger Is “Open and Obvious”

Did you ever consider whether an injured pedestrian can successfully sue a construction contractor who blocks a sidewalk, thereby forcing pedestrians to take another route? Of course, the circumstances of the accident matter. However, if…'Read More

What Is Actionable Negligence in Louisiana?

Many people use the term “negligence” in everyday language, most often in referring to something a person should have done. While this concept is generally correct, in the legal field, “negligence” has a very specific…'Read More