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Essential Questions About Vacation Rental Liability | Airbnb Liability & Vrbo Liability

October 6, 2024

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Vacation rental platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo have revolutionized the travel industry, offering unique accommodations and experiences to millions of travelers each year. As the popularity of these platforms...

Louisiana Direct Action Reform Bill Signed Into Law

October 5, 2024

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The Louisiana Direct Action Statute was signed by Governor Jeff Landry and took effect on Aug. 1, 2024. The law limits in what situations a plaintiff may assert a direct...

Subrogation in Louisiana Law

October 4, 2024

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Subrogation is the right of an insurance company or other interested party to receive reimbursement after they have covered a claim. This is common in motor vehicle accident claims where...

How Do You Avoid Teen Driver Crashes?

October 3, 2024

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Teen drivers are almost three times more likely to get in a crash than other drivers, making them a higher risk on the road. They’re also more likely to die in a car...

School District Liability in Bus Accidents

October 2, 2024

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School districts have a responsibility to provide safe transportation and to ensure that district vehicles carrying students are in good working condition. The law recognizes that schools have a duty...

Are Bone Fractures Common Birth Injuries?

October 1, 2024

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Bone injuries during birth happen due to the stresses of childbirth and often result in injuries to the clavicle, humerus, skull, or other bones. While many heal without lasting effects,...

Is Cephalohematoma a Common Birth Injury?

September 30, 2024

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Child delivery can be a complex and challenging process, sometimes resulting in a birth injury like cephalohematoma. This type of birth injury occurs when blood pools between the newborn's skull...

Are Spinal Cord Injuries Common Birth Injuries?

September 29, 2024

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The spinal cord is a vital bundle of nerves in the spine that transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body, controlling movement and sensation. This is the most...

Is Subconjunctival Hemorrhage A Common Birth Injury?

September 28, 2024

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Subconjunctival hemorrhage is a very common birth injury that appears as bright red patches on the newborn’s eye. It usually occurs naturally due to childbirth pressure and resolves on its...

Common Birth Injuries – Caput Succedaneum

September 27, 2024

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Caput succedaneum is an edema or swelling of a baby's head and is especially common after a hard delivery. The scalp swells because of the pressure from the uterus or...

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Essential Questions About Vacation Rental Liability | Airbnb Liability & Vrbo Liability

Louisiana Direct Action Reform Bill Signed Into Law

Subrogation in Louisiana Law

How Do You Avoid Teen Driver Crashes?

School District Liability in Bus Accidents

Are Bone Fractures Common Birth Injuries?

Is Cephalohematoma a Common Birth Injury?

Are Spinal Cord Injuries Common Birth Injuries?

Is Subconjunctival Hemorrhage A Common Birth Injury?

Common Birth Injuries – Caput Succedaneum

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