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At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, community is one of our core values. This Thanksgiving, we are thrilled to have partnered with Love Acadiana to purchase, pack and distribute 460 Gobble Boxes filled with everything needed for a Thanksgiving meal. This effort’s goal is to bring joy and a hearty Thanksgiving meal to families in need …
On November 8, 2023, a startling explosion occurred at the Sound Resource Solutions facility in Shepherd, Texas, resulting in a significant fire and the injury of a worker. At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, our hearts go out to the injured employee, their family, and the Shepherd community. This incident is a sobering reminder of the …
What our client thought would be a normal workday at the plant left him questioning whether or not he could fulfill his role as a father and husband for the rest of his life. An explosion resulted in second- and third-degree burns all over his body. As the sole breadwinner in the house, our client …
Early Monday morning, October 23rd, a dense “super fog,” a rare weather condition created by the mix of smoke and fog, resulted in a tragic pileup involving 158 vehicles, including three 18-wheelers. The catastrophic event occurred on Interstate 55 in St. John the Baptist Parish and claimed seven lives and injured over 25 individuals. If …
On Monday morning, October 23rd, at least 7 people were killed and 25 injured in a pileup on the I-55 in St. John the Baptist Parish due to low visibility caused by smoke and fog. Louisiana police have noted that the death toll could climb as more cars are searched. They reported over 158 vehicles …
We are delighted to announce a significant addition to the Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers team as trial attorney Rob Marionneaux joins our team. With an impressive career spanning over two decades, Rob brings a wealth of experience and a well-deserved reputation as one of Louisiana’s top attorneys. His arrival at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers will …
We are proud to announce that Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately-held companies in the U.S., securing a place on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list for 2023. In Louisiana, we are the only law firm on the list and ranked as the 25th fastest growing privately held business …
One morning, Rick Smith was driving his truck, like he did every day, when an accident in Lake Charles changed his life forever. Rick was left with injuries that ended his and his wife’s careers and caused them to lose their home. The first attorney that Rick hired to represent him for this accident said …
If you or someone you love was injured in a recent car accident, you can hold the at-fault driver responsible for your injuries and the resulting medical bills. It can be complicated to recover damages for many of the common injuries with late or delayed-onset symptoms, though. The guidance and support of a car accident …
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers’ Cancer Scholarship recognizes the dedication and expertise demonstrated by college students pursuing degrees in medical and medical-adjacent fields. This year, the firm congratulates Etoile Chelsea Theinkeu on being selected to win the academic scholarship of $2,500. Ms. Theinkeu currently attends the University of Southern California, majoring in Human Biology with minors …
In the fast-paced world we live in today, consistently prompt response times from law firms are increasingly important for injury victims. One of the biggest complaints we hear about other law firms is that clients can’t get a hold of their attorneys or staff members. In a recent study conducted by Hennessey Digital, Laborde Earles …
As one can imagine, diving underwater and operating welding equipment poses many dangers, from drowning, attacks from marine life, and the bends. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), employers must ensure that safety measures are in place to prevent injuries and fatalities. Still, even the most experienced divers can suffer life-threatening injuries …
The manufacturer of the car or the manufacturer of a faulty or defective feature could be financially liable if an autonomous car feature causes a crash. Determining fault is a complex undertaking, though, and can be difficult on your own. A car accident lawyer can help you determine liability and hold the at-fault party accountable …
Whether you will file a first-party vs. a third-party personal injury claim depends on who is responsible for your injury. For instance, in a first-party claim, you sue the party that is directly responsible for your injuries, such as the driver of the car that hit you. In a third-party claim, you sue a party …
Over the past seven years, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers has given away bikes and helmets to deserving children throughout Louisiana communities at its “Bike It Forward’ event. This year, the firm’s “Bike It Forward” event will be held on May 26th from 9:00 – 11:00am at the Lafayette office (1901 Kaliste Saloom Rd., Lafayette LA 70508). …
Blues Highway, I-10, and Walker South Road are among the most dangerous roads and freeways in Louisiana. Heavy traffic, driver distraction, and driver error can all play roles in collisions on Louisiana’s roads. If you were hurt in an accident in Louisiana, our car accident lawyers can work with you. We will investigate the accident …
Louisiana has one of the worst records for driving deaths caused by distracted drivers in the entire United States. As WGNO reports, even though overall driving deaths decreased in 2020, likely because of reduced traffic thanks to Covid, the number of fatalities from distracted driving still rose by 12%. Even with fewer people on the …
If you had knee replacement surgery in the past few years, you may have questions about what that could mean for your health. After all, a recalled device can lead to premature implant failure. If this happens, you could be in serious pain and need revision surgery. Here, we will explain everything you need to …
Further increases in high-tide flooding projected over the next 30 years threaten U.S. coastal communities, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). By 2030, rising sea levels could increase the annual national median frequency rate to 15 days. By 2050, that rate could reach 25 to 75 days a year, depending on the …
If you carry the minimum insurance required in your home state of Louisiana and you get in an accident in the U.S. while driving out-of-state, you are still insured. Even if the minimum motor vehicle insurance requirement is different in the state in which your accident occurs, generally, your car insurance covers out-of-state accidents. Getting …
Congratulations to Rowlie John Flores, the winner of Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers’ 2022 Maritime Workers Scholarship. The law firm believes in investing in future talent and awards the $2,500 scholarship to a deserving student who plans to study a maritime-related career. Flores, a recent graduate of Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., will attend Tulane University …
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers is proud to announce the winner of the 2022 Cancer Scholarship: Maximiliano Castillo! When reviewing our applications, Castillo’s policy brief on carcinogens, developing various types of cancers, and increasing policy regulations stood out. Our firm is proud to support college students who want to further their education. Our goal is to …
Around 11 a.m. on March 24, 2022, an 18-wheeler slammed into a charter bus on I-10 near the Port Allen/Plaquemine exit in West Baton Rouge Parish. This accident took the life of the truck driver, put about 50 passengers on the bus in danger, and closed the interstate for more than five hours. Investigators from …
The website of Uber Technologies, Inc. describes the rideshare service as “the best way to get around” and stresses the importance of finding “a reliable ride to a safe destination.”
It’s easy to underestimate the amount of damage a fall can cause until you experience one firsthand.
