State and Local Government & Regulation
$101.5 Million Settlement Agreement | Interstate 12 Flood
State of Louisiana Agrees to Back $101.5 Million Settlement Legislation This news update provides our clients and the general public with an update on the $101.5 million settlement agreement and the State’s intent to back legislation. The Interstate 12 Flood in Tangipahoa Parish For over 20 years, Scandurro & Layrisson has been acting as court-appointed…
Read MoreProof of Punitive Damages in Louisiana
Punitive Damages Recap. A Drunk Driving Case Example In our last two posts, Suing a Bar for Over Serving and Punitive Damages in Louisiana Drunk Driving Cases we looked at some of the unique elements of claims arising out of drunk driving automobile accidents. In addition to special considerations related to liability, damages and insurance…
Read MoreSuing a Bar for Over Serving | Dram Shop Liability
Suing a Bar for Over Serving. $301 Billion Awarded to Family of Drunk Driving Victims. They say everything is bigger in Texas, including jury verdicts. In December 2021, a family suing a bar for over serving, in Corpus Christi awarded by the jury a jaw-dropping $301 billion to the family of two drunk driving victims.…
Read MoreLouisiana Law | Did you know? Interesting facts about the law in Louisiana.
Louisiana law is unique in America. Learn about laws including: Rehibition, Catch Me if You Can, Lesion Beyond Moiety, Civil Law & more.
Read MoreCOVID Restrictions and the Law
From the unprecedented COVID-19 global pandemic, legal precedents are emerging that affect people, businesses and organizations impacted by the pandemic and the pandemic response. The role of the state – especially executives at state and local levels (Mayors, Governors) – to impose COVID restrictions aimed at mitigating public health risks has become a legal issue of great importance.
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