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good samaritan law louisiana
Personal Injury

Good Samaritan Law Louisiana

In catastrophic accidents and emergency situations, the difference between life and death could be a matter of a few seconds. In many cases, doctors are not standing around as bystanders, waiting to jump in and save a life. That’s why

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beyond reasonable doubt
Criminal Defense

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

As you have probably heard before, an individual suspected of committing a crime is considered “innocent until proven guilty.” In America, a person is not presumed to be guilty until they either admit guilt or are found guilty by a

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katie bug's law
Wrongful Death

Katie Bug’s Law Louisiana

Up until a few years ago, Louisiana law enforcement was only mandated to drug test drivers in the event of a fatal car accident. Now, thanks to the recent passing of Katie Bug’s Law and the subsequent civil trial that

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vehicular homicide
Violent Crimes

What is Vehicular Homicide?

If you’ve been involved in a car accident that resulted in the death of another person, you could be charged with vehicular homicide. Whether you were driving distracted or under the influence during the accident, you still have the right

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death penalty for rape
Sex Crimes

Louisiana Death Penalty for Rape

For decades, lawmakers and American citizens have gone back and forth on whether the death penalty qualifies as one of many cruel and unusual punishments deemed unconstitutional by the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. So much so, that the

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Louisiana Dram Shop Laws
DUI & DWI

Louisiana Dram Shop Laws

Dram shop laws are named after 18th century bars and taverns in England that sold gin by the spoonful (AKA: by the “dram.”) Most U.S. states – 43 states to be exact – have some sort of dram shop law

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Concussion From Car Accident
Auto Accidents

Concussion From Car Accident

A head injury is a very common injury after a car accident, with thousands of Americans visiting the ER every year for car accident-related concussions. A concussion is actually considered a mild traumatic brain injury. While they are generally not

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fentanyl
Drug Possession

Is Fentanyl Illegal in Louisiana?

Over the last decade, drug overdose deaths have increased significantly across the United States. The CDC claims that approximately 91,800 Americans have died due to drug overdose in 2020. A startling 75% (68,630) of these overdoses were caused by synthetic

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What is an Accessory to a Crime
Criminal Defense

Accessory to a Crime

Some offenders are able to plan and commit crimes all on their own. Meanwhile, other offenders need help before and after a crime is committed. According to criminal law, providing help or assistance in the commission of a crime is

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