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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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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). … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

Retail stores can be more dangerous than you might think, with spills and debris that can lead to accidental slips and falls. If you or someone you love was injured slipping and falling at Walmart, our slip and fall lawyer could help you seek financial recovery of any required medical care. You can also request … Read More

Child safety on the road is a serious matter in Louisiana, and the state imposes strict laws about when a child must be in a car seat. The state also mandates the age and weight at which a child can graduate from a car seat.  As a parent, if you were conscientious about car seat … Read More

According to Louisiana law, if a driver is involved in a car accident and leaves the scene without taking responsibility for his actions or sharing specific information with you and local police, they are guilty of a hit and run. Of which, the at-fault driver will face financial penalties and fines from the state. In … Read More

Maritime trade is one of the most essential elements of a healthy world economy, and protection of its workers is one reason that Laborde Earles established our Maritime Workers Scholarship. This year, the $2,500 award goes to Cynthia Olowu, who often goes by her Yoruba name Tenilola. Born and raised in Nigeria, Olowu’s first interaction … Read More

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently alerted users of CPAP machines of a voluntary recall by the machine’s manufacturer. This recall includes specific CPAP machine models and may entitle end-users to financial compensation. If your device is damaged and is part of the recall, we can help you prepare an individual or group case … Read More

Many people often use the terms bodily injury and personal injury interchangeably, but they have different meanings. Bodily injuries involve any type of physical harm or injury that a person suffers. In contrast, personal injuries can include all types of damages that a person sustains in an accident. As a result, when determining bodily injury … Read More

Worker’s compensation provides benefits for injured workers. Under Louisiana’s workers’ compensation laws (RS 23:1020.1), this program: Provides temporary and permanent disability for injured or sick employees hurt at work Pays the medical expenses and care costs of covered workers Helps workers return to the workforce when possible As a part of receiving these benefits, the … Read More

There is a difference between driving without a license physically on you versus driving without having a valid license. Driving without a license physically in your possession can result in a citation and a fine. However, if you can present a digital photograph or other proof of a valid license, the court may dismiss the … Read More