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What is Decretal Language, and Why is it Important?

In the legal world, every word holds significance. Clarity and precision are of the utmost priority because even the slightest bit of ambiguity can have dire consequences. This is a truth that Terry Gotch would later find out after he filed suit against Scooby’s ASAP Towing LLC following a vehicular…

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The Road Less Licensed: Bosley’s Driving School Chronicles

Buckle up your seatbelts and get ready for a wild ride through the twists and turns of Bosley’s Driving School saga! Meet Mr. Bosley, the daring entrepreneur behind this driving school extravaganza, with locations in the charming towns of Donaldsonville and Gonzales, Louisiana. Now, picture this: Mr. Bosley is on…

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Who Is Responsible For Damages In Accident Involving Borrowed Car And Inadequate Maintenance?

It is common to borrow a car from a family member or friend. If you are unfortunately involved in an accident while driving a borrowed car, who is liable for damages if the accident results from inadequate maintenance?  While Holly Fontenot was driving a car owned by Patricia Neil and…

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How Is Coverage Divided When Multiple Insurance Policies Are Involved?

If you are involved in an automobile accident, it can be difficult to navigate insurance claims and coverage. The situation becomes even more complicated when there are multiple insurance policies involved. How is coverage allocated between multiple relevant insurance policies? Sonya Theriot was unfortunately in an automobile accident in Lafayette,…

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1010 Form Required For Company To Cover Medical Expenses in Workers Compensation

While workers’ compensation is intended to compensate injured workers, there are a number of procedural requirements with which an injured worker must comply in order for his or her company to cover the medical treatments. This case illustrates the importance of complying with procedural requirements and submitting all required paperwork.…

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Worker Entitled To Unpaid Compensation Owed Him Under Contract

One frequent use of contracts is to establish how much someone will be paid for specified work. Clear contractual language can help prevent disputes down the road. What happens if you do not receive all the compensation to which you are entitled under your contract? Clifton Franklin and Fountain Group…

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Prior Mistake Does Not Waive Insurer’s Defense In Subsequent Claim

If you are in a car accident and your insurance pays your claim, you likely expect the same thing will happen if you are subsequently in a similar accident. What happens if your insurer paid your prior claim, but tries to deny a subsequent claim?  Brandon Forvendel was injured in…

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Who Is Covered By A Settlement Agreement Release?

A settlement agreement can be an efficient way of resolving a claim and receiving compensation without a lengthy trial process. However, it is essential to understand what a settlement agreement does and does not cover to avoid surprises down the road if you later try to bring related lawsuits against…

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Hospital Not Liable For Negligent Transportation During Hurricane Katrina

Over a decade after Hurricane Katrina, we have almost all heard of the difficult choices hospitals faced while trying to care for patients. This case involves a patient who was allegedly injured while being evacuated from a New Orleans hospital during Hurricane Katrina.  Lionel Favret was admitted to the hospital…

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