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Workers' Compensation
Defending Workers Compensation Fraud Just Got Easier
Employers can now file for expedited hearing to force claimants to execute workers compensation fraud forms without having to file a 1008 disputed claim.
- September 20, 2013
- By Allen & Gooch
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Insurance & Casualty Litigation
Five Considerations When Validating UM Rejection Form
Whether dealing with whose signature is needed or the result of changing a policy number, here are five considerations for validating a UM rejection form.
- September 18, 2013
- By Brent Carriere
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Taxation
2013 Legislative Update: Louisiana Tax Delinquency Amnesty Act
The 2013 Louisiana Tax Delinquency Amnesty program provides an opportunity for delinquent taxpayers to catch up with reduced penalties and interest.
- September 17, 2013
- By Allen & Gooch
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Insurance & Casualty Litigation
10 Items to Preserve After an Accident in a Company Vehicle
Do you know what to do if an employee gets into an accident in a company vehicle? When your employee is involved in an accident in a company vehicle that may be the subject of a future lawsuit, keeping basic documents will help you avoid an adverse claim for spoliation and assist with your defense. […]
- September 13, 2013
- By Lori Barker
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Emerging Companies and Start-ups
Business Executives For Rent by the Hour
What if you could hire a trained business executive for just a few hours to tackle major problems your company was facing? With hourlynerd.com, you can.
- September 12, 2013
- By Allen & Gooch
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Insurance & Casualty Litigation
Six Requirements for a Valid UM Rejection Form
Although here is s prohibition against altering or modifying UM rejection forms, identical forms can be valid and enforceable waivers of UM coverage.
- September 11, 2013
- By Brent Carriere
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Estate Planning and Administration
Succession Representative Can Grant Mineral Leases Without Consent
Consent of Heirs Not Required for Mineral Leases InDavis v. Prescott, 47,799 (La. App. 2 Cir. 2/27/13), 110 So.3d 625, the Louisiana Second Circuit Court of Appeal addressed whether a succession representative was able to grant a three-year mineral lease without the consent of the heirs. The Appellate Court reversed the decision of the trial […]
- September 11, 2013
- By Allen & Gooch
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Emerging Companies and Start-ups
Business Plan Benefits You Might Be Forgetting
Why Entrepreneurs Should Write a Business Plan Many entrepreneurs scoff at “wasting” time on business planning. Instead of thinking about running a business, they want to go out there and do what they love. Before putting in your time and effort, however, it’s worth taking some time to think about where you are going and […]
- September 9, 2013
- By Allen & Gooch
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Maritime Casualty
Federal Admiralty Jurisdiction Applies to Navigable Waters
Whether an accident occurs on “navigable waters” for federal admiralty jurisdiction depends on whether the body of water is subject to interstate commerce.
- September 8, 2013
- By Allen & Gooch
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Business Transactions
Employment Contracts: Non Competition and Non Solicitation Agreements
Although non competition and non solicitation agreements are enforceable in Louisiana, there are strict limits.Careful planning & drafting is necessary.
- September 7, 2013
- By Emile Joseph