Deception and Compensation
Lost in the hub-bub about Volkswagen’s deception in fooling regulators about the emissions of its “clean” diesel engines is the very real economic damages of a certain group of small businesses. In addition to consumers, used car dealers are left holding the bag because of Volkswagen’s deception. That is because those small business owners made […]
Break-up With Your Lawyer
The Louisiana Supreme Court recently gave victims of legal malpractice in Louisiana important new rights. The Court’s decision in Lomont v. Bennett, 2014-2483 (La. 6/30/15), — So. 3d — will likely make it easier for victims of legal malpractice to obtain redress. Before reviewing the Lomontdecision, however, it is worthwhile to consider what “legal malpractice” […]
8 Common Legal Terms You May Not Know
From automobile purchases to terms of services on the internet, contracts play a significant role in our daily lives. One problem with the proliferation of contracts is that individuals rarely examine the contracts cautiously before agreeing to the terms. Even when vigilant individuals attempt to inspect and understand these contracts, they are nevertheless perplexed by […]
Protect Yourself from Floods
Named after the fertile red soil in its river bed, the Red River is deeply intertwined with Louisiana history. Both Shreveport and Bossier City were founded on the banks of the river, as were Alexandria and Pineville. Following the clearing of the Great Raft, the Red River was made navigable and greatly stimulated Louisiana commerce […]
When Your Electronic Data Isn’t Safe
It has been reported that millions of government workers’ private information might have been compromised by hackers. The Associated Press reports that hackers may have obtained critical personal information, such as name, Social Security Number, date and place of birth, job assignments, training files, performance ratings and current and former addresses. As more and more […]
Clear Legal Writing — A Need and a Requirement
The United States Supreme Court recently threatened to sanction an attorney for filing an unintelligible, jargon-filled petition in a patent case. Also, possible changes to the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure will require attorneys writing for federal appellate courts to be even more concise. The Supreme Court’s actions and these possible rule changes serve as […]